Where to start! Shirley's place cannot be beat. It has waterfront views and is super quiet. I was also pleasantly surprised by how close Pike Place Market is! I felt at home the moment I walked in. Towels, blankets, extra pillows, fully stocked kitchen -- everything you need is there. The building also has a fitness center so no excuses!
The management staff were really, really great (shout out to Shawn) and were easy to talk to and get recommendations from. The few neighbors I saw were all very friendly.
Shirley is extremely responsive. I was up late one night and had a question to which I expected her to respond to in the morning during normal hours. But she responded within the hour -- this was around 1AM and I appreciated that. My question wasn't urgent but her response time made me feel safe, secure and well looked after.
I'm adding her place to my favorites and hope it's available the next time I'm in town. Loved it!