No fault of their own, but the area is occupied by homeless. The location is proximal to a lot of fun areas, but if you have concerns with personal safety, Uber or Lyft is a better option than walking. I would also park your vehicle north/northwest in the less sketchy neighborhoods, to be safe.
The unit is spacious, clean and fits the needs of a standard traveler. There are numerous security gates and doors, so the complex itself felt very safe. The AC worked well, toiletries and towels are provided and the wifi is free. I recommend the unit for thise who want to be close to the Park, Little Italy or be a short sot away from downtown.