We needed a place to stay before our cruise from Quebec City to Boston, and we quickly learned that most people stay in the old town area, which is the historic area. Yes, that's possible, but if you want to see Quebec City, not tourist central, stay in a nearby area. This place is in the Montcalm neighborhood (https://www.quebec-cite.com/en/neighbourhoods-quebec-city/montcalm). This area has many larger and older brick homes. This place is actually one of three residences in this building, with the owner living in one downstairs. You have the whole 2nd floor. Yes, it's a little more expensive, but you are not in the heavily touristy area and you are in a nice neighborhood. We enjoyed the walks in the area. To get to the tourist area, you can take an Uber, which we did one time, but we walked it the other 5 times we went to/from. It's a good 40-min walk, but we enjoyed it. (BTW It is a nice safe walk along one street, and you'll walk right by -- or through, if you wish -- the Plains of Abraham. (I went walking there 2 other times just to enjoy the fresh air.). The apartment has everything you need. 4 beds in 3 bedrooms. a full living room, a full dining area (where I set up my computer and worked), a full kitchen. There are 25+ towels (GREAT!!!) and we loved the balcony overlooking the quiet street and trees in front. Communication with the owner was excellent, and we'd stay here again without hesitation. Stores are about 6 blocks away. Bring your shopping bag! HAPPY STAY!