Carlos' apt. is lovely. Sparkling clean and we'll appointed. the building is pretty quiet. My room was very spacious, light-filled and the bed very comfortable. There is a small park across the street and a lovely terrace on the roof with some chairs and tables affording a partial view of the city. Supermarket 3 short blocks away and bars and restaurants nearby. I didn't take any buses so cannot comment. A main street 4 short blocks away I saw many buses. To walk to the city center I would guess to be @ 2 miles. Please note there are 35 stairs to the apt. Carlos carried my bag up for me. He is a very friendly and accommodating gentleman.