Martin's place looks exactly like the pictures. Checking in and checking out is super simple. Everything you need is there. Towels, extra blankets, pillows, cutlery, etc. The location itself is SO close to everything. A couple minutes away from chinatown (very walkable) and only a 5 minute walk away from a skytrain! That's what I loved most about the location. It was very easy to get around everywhere.
As for the neighborhood, there are a couple tents pitched on the other side of the road facing the building, but there is nothing to be concerned about. The people occupying the tents were never an issue to us on our trip.
Martin himself replies really fast and addresses all of your needs. He is an excellent host!
We had an excellent stay here and would definitely come back.