The boat is charming and a perfect escape from the regular hotel experience. Waking up to the sounds of the local birds and the cool breeze blowing in off the river was awesome. There is plenty of parking in the lot next to the dock, which is public, and there were kayakers and people fishing right next to the boat. The local neighborhood seemed safe and if you like hispanic food, you'll have plenty of mom & pop restaurants in walking distance. We drove 10 minutes to downtown Providence where there are a lot more options. We stocked the fridge on the boat with iced coffee and food for breakfast so we could relax in the morning.