The apartment's location is great: 2 blocks to the metro. The kitchen was stocked well and clean. Having a washer was great as we didn't have to pack as much. Checking in was quick and easy. There is not much sound dampening so if someone has a conversation in the stairwell, you're going to hear it in the first bedroom (the second is further away and not a problem). It's probably something you have to deal with in these old, beautiful buildings. Overall a great stay.