This apartment was the perfect location for my first trip to Boston. The North End has so many great restaurants and all were within walking distance to the apartment. We had no issues with the apartment being on the 5th floor, it was good exercise after one too many cannolis! But, might be hard for hose that need an elevator. Also, the hallway/stairway was a bit stuffy, smelly, and dusty, but that is just an old building and doubt Jose has any control over that part of the building. We didn't mind it as it's such a minor part of the stay. The apartment was clean and the bedroom has a window A/C unit which came I handy as it was quite warm a couple days. Plenty of space for two people. We didn't cook the entire stay so cannot speak to the kitchen but it seemed equipped with the necessary utensils such as pots and pans. We were provided towels, body wash, and shampoo. Super cute brick details and love the old school style tub. Love that rain shower head! Overall, I would recommend the apartment for the price, host, unbeatable location and character. Jose was very responsive to any questions I had. Also, he helped provide information on how to store our luggage as we arrived quite early in the day. Could not ask for a better host!