Great location between the bay and beach. Parking of course is a nightmare at the beach in July. There is a small parking space behind the unit but we could not fit our standard SUV if the neighbors parked their cars in their spots. We parked in the lot or on the street and it was fine. The place was not as noisy as a place on the boradwalk but still could hear the neighbors becuase we had the windows open for the spectacular beach breeze. And if the noise started bugging us we simply closed the windows, or turned the fan on or both but truly wasn't an issue for us but it was for some of the neighbors. You have to know going in that July at Mission Beach is a fun zone. We were in town for the comic con and it was a hassle being out of the area of the shuttles. (something that we didn't research) Driving into downtown or other San Diego areas are cumbersome so if you have to drive in and out of the area it can get trying and expensive if using Uber/Lyft But if you're at Mission Beach to enjoy the bay, beach and all it holds it is a great spot. Communication with Karen was very easy and check in and out was super easy. If you are looking for upscale, elegant and pampering go elsewhere. The condo was homey, comfortable (many naps on the couch), beach living, had all the essentials and more and we had a great time. Looking forward to coming back.