Alex's place is near Old Downtown Oakland with it's quaint Trappist pub, sporty bar Fort Green, the "food-for-anyone" Swan's Market and the best espresso in Oakland at Coloso Coffee. This not-noisy, great spot right across from the Oakland Police Department was the perfect location for my trip. Being a block from Broadway, I could walk Oakland and get to OAK or SFO with ease. I would definitely choose to stay here again!