This place has one of the most stunning views I have ever seen. Coit tower, North Beach, Alcatraz, the Bay. If you're a fan of beautiful views you can't beat it. The host is also generous with a variety of snacks and a fancy espresso machine for your morning coffee. The other advantage of this place is its proximity to Chinatown. You walk out of the apartment and you are *there* in Chinatown, with noodle shops, and dim sum restaurants, and Chinese bakeries a block or two in any direction. If you're looking for quiet sedate strolls in your neighborhood, this is not the place for you, but if you like hustle and bustle and the feeling you've spent a couple of days in another country, this location will make you very happy.