It is right next to the 5 freeway, so you can hear the cars pass by (but not so much if the windows are closed). The studio is close by downtown and to the airport. Also, to the other guest be careful closing the window if it's proped open with the wood because it came down really fast and slammed into my finger. She also provided shampoo/conditioner which was great since we were about to run out. We were there in San Diego to celebrate our wedding anniversary and when we walked in there was a bottle of wine there with a thank you card...that was really sweet! Definitely recommend anyone who is in the area to stay here. Everything is close by, plenty of street parking (for free).