Great compact apartment light and airy. Couple things I think could improve but nothing that would stop me from renting it again. If you have breathing or knee issues however there is 4 flights of stairs and parking if your driving is slight distance away down hill. Owner very helpful and responds quickly. Area quiet and peaceful .

The unit was spotless and the host was responsive and helpful. Those two things count for a lot.But the layout is awkward, especially for groups. The dining table sits in front of the TV instead of the couch, so watching a movie together is basically impossible. Most beds are only accessible from one side, making sharing difficult. Bedrooms have no nightstands and only overhead lighting, so you can't read in bed, and storage is limited to a hanging closet and two tiny shelves. The bathroom, though very clean, has a minuscule sink with no toiletry storage beyond the windowsill and toilet tank. Splashing your face in the morning makes a mess, and you risk hitting your head on the mirror doing it. Minor, but it adds up when six people share the space.The neighborhood is rough, with overgrown weeds and trash, so walking isn't pleasant. Street parking is very limited to non-residents, and the walk from expensive parking lots is long.Finally, the three-floor walkup was not disclosed. Walkups are common in Montreal, but it should be advertised. Traveling with my parents in their 80s, I never would have booked had I known. This is a fine place for a young, mobile group, but not suitable for multigenerational travel.