Great central location to many activities. 10 minute walk to Pike Place/Waterfront and Seattle Center. Central to many different restaurants. Free parking was a plus, if you are coming with a car, which you don't really need (if you need groceries small store just downstairs and a Target about 3/4 a mile away. Nice touch with the ear plugs, if you aren't used to city noise they really help. All the basic appliances and cooking utensils you'll need.