The location is really handy, as the BART station is only a few minutes walk away. We used it as a base for visiting San Francisco, as well as a trip one evening up to Berkeley. On our first morning, we took the ferry over to SF, which is the nicest way to arrive in the city for the first time. The apartment is comfortable and spacious. Good coffee machines and a fridge but no other kitchen facilities (as advertised). It's slightly odd to be in a room with no windows to the outside, but the courtyard is a pleasant space, with lots of plants and comfy furniture. Our contact in Berkeley thought the neighbourhood would be somewhat "sketchy", but they were assuming that it's further over, in West Oakland. In fact, it's downtown Oakland, a business/Chinatown area. There were a couple of homeless people on the streets but they don't pose a threat. Plenty of Asian food options available all around. Croissants from the Chinese bakery on Webster St were our regular breakfast. Ayana was fantastically helpful, responding quickly to all our questions.