Deborah Angell S.
Yelp
My niece and I stayed here for a few nights recently via AirBnB. My understanding is the building is now over 90% AirBnB/VRBO rentals...which is probably why we had another family walk-in on us. My guess is the owners are booking on both platforms and haven't coordinated their systems yet. Also note, unlike motel rooms, our apartment did not have multiple lock systems. Anyone with the code could walk-in - and did! Fortunately the family who walked in were very nice and cooperative and the rental company was able to move them to another apartment. I also met another woman in the lobby who had a similar experience.
The apartment itself was lovely, huge (800 - 1000 sf?) and tastefully decorated. However, we were mystified by the lack of a microwave and a coffee maker in the kitchen. With delicious leftovers from several places it was a royal pain to have to take the elevator down to the lobby just to nuke our food or get a cup of coffee. Even a tiny microwave would help. There is a full sized stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, and dishes, but cookware is limited.
The old school gated elevator, cast-iron radiators, original hard wood floors, high ceilings, moldings and other vintage touches are charming and romantic. The bed was comfortable, but the hot water in the shower was variable, as sometimes happens in this kind of building. Channels on the TV were limited, and I couldn't get my Firestick to connect, but the wifi seemed fine.
It was within walking distance of several nice restaurants and bars, and not far from Vanderbilt University and Hospital, and the downtown attractions. You are entitled to one parking space in the lot behind the building, and street parking can be limited.
In general, this building has it's charms, but for the money I spent (about $150/night), we could have had a nice hotel room with a microwave, mini-fridge and secure lock!