The hotel in funk & non-conventional. It is located on a walkway, so the taxi can only take you so far, then you walk about 50 yards. The rooms are small (about 15' x 15'), but cozy. Reminded me of a dorm room. There is an open stairwell that drives all the noise in the restaurant below and any one who is drunk right up the whole house. I was awaken at 2am by two people cackling really loud like they were on something. The noise outside, too, can keep you awake as the street cleaners drive their vehicles at 3am and restaurants push their trash dumpsters across the cobble walks. Lots of noise, so bring earplugs! Still, the staff were very nice and helpful. There was a very popular restaurant on the first floor with an excellent bartender. You are a surrounded by shops, restaurants, bars and a short walk to the Cathedral. There were many Christmas fairs going on as well as many street performers singing classic & operatic tunes. It really added to the atmosphere.