To no fault of the hotel, we experienced some concern during the September 10 strike. Upon leaving the property, tear gas was deployed nearby to disperse crowds, and police had barricaded the train station entrances across the street. The surrounding area also appeared to have frequent drug activity, so I would advise caution when walking alone at night.
That said, our room was very comfortable, and the cleaning staff were friendly and attentive. The location next to a major transit hub comes with certain safety challenges, but the convenience of easy access to transportation was a significant advantage.