Sam's condo is in a wonderful part of Austin - close to the great restaurants and unique and sometimes quirky boutiques of SOCO (south of downtown.) You can walk or take a bus to downtown Austin just over the bridge. This is a good place to sleep with the intent to get out and do other things. Sam and his roommate were very helpful and friendly. It is a small condo and in a confusing complex, but neat, clean, adequately furnished, and quiet.