Gabrielle's place is great and a perfect place to base yourself when visiting Sydney. The outdoor area is very pleasant for sitting in and having an evening glass of wine. Despite being near the road, the soundproofing is great and we slept excellently there. The surrounding area of Surry Hills is a proper neighbourhood with lots of cafes, bars and restaurants and just a short 5 minute stroll to the tram for heading into the tourist areas and CBD.