The place looks great and it located within walking distance to many parts of Oakland. For city dwellers the street noise should be no issue. For those not used to the sounds of cars, pedestrians and street noises you might not sleep well. I would recommend this place to solo travelers staying a night or maybe 2. Unfortunately, the linens and towels appeared to be reused from the previous guest which was a major turn-off. The only reason I was able to know this is I arrived 15 mins earlier then check-in to leave my bag and I saw what was in the hamper--which eventually I saw hanging up in the bathroom and made in the bed when I returned.