This place is in a great location to shops and cafes in Oakland and you are close to San Francisco if you want to take that trip. I rented a car as I was visiting family. I had no problem with street parking. This worked perfectly for just me would be ok for 2 people. I didn't use the kitchen other than to chill bottled water. But there is a full size fridge and a range/gas cook top. So someone could prep small meals here if they stayed for a while. Nice place to stay for the money.