Checking in was a breeze and the location was very close to downtown Austin. However I did not spend one night in the apartment due to the mildew smell, which was stressful trying to find a place to stay with such short notice. If you don't mind the "basementy" odor and if you intend to just relax at the apartment, there are few things you should know. They do have a TV in the apartment but no Cable or Wifi, so you may want to bring a few DVDs (they had a couple there) or a radio. You also have to park on the street, which is in an okay neighborhood. The driveway and pathway are gravel which may be an issue with your luggage or for an older person.