Prime location. Literally a few blocks away from both Pike Market place and the Space Needle. We had our girls with us both under 7 and the walking was still reasonable. As for the noise, yes there’s sound it isn’t a quiet neighborhood… it’s downtown! Even then, it wasn’t anything that kept us or the girls up. The building itself has a security at the front lobby and the pool was a good way to unwind. I’d definitely stay here again.