As an older couple, the flat was perfect for us. It was clean, quiet, recently refurbished and modern, and had a view of Lake Neuchatel with the Alps in the distance. Our host, Raphael, is very responsive and communicative. We used public transportation accessible by a nearby bus stop that made the supermarket, Old Town, and train station easily accessible. However, there is a substantial flight of stairs to the street below. A parking permit is available for parking at the upper level if you choose to drive a car.Neuchatel is a smaller, less touristy city than other parts of Switzerland. The citizens were very accommodating and welcoming, especially considering we don't speak the predominant French. Aside from the city, there are also areas throughout the Canton and beyond that are worthy of exploration. We hiked the Gorges de l'Areuse, sampled Absinthe in Motiers, and visited the Omega Museum in nearby Bienne. We chose Chamonix-Mt. Blanc, France for an over night alpine experience and the Aguille du Midi was spectacular. Given it was May, the tourists were low and the weather was nearly perfect. We couldn't have asked for a better overall experience.