My daughter really likes this bed, which is the most important thing!  Another benefit is that when she gets older we can take off the top loft part and convert the bottom part into a daybed.  One thing I have noticed is that it is a little rickety and has movement to it for an adult.  I'm 6'2", so I'm a little concerned about a parent getting on it or the ladder, but it's great stability for her.  It did take about 3 hours to assemble and while the instructions were provided they weren't great to go by.  Overall, my daughter likes the bed, and it accomplishes what we thought it would and purchased it for!