This is a great hostel-style place. It works in large part because of the tone—friendly, welcoming, respectful—set by Louise, the homeowner. She takes an interest in those who stay in her place, but gives people plenty of space to keep to themselves, be themselves.
Keep in mind it’s a small place, a Tiny Hotel. There’s one washroom, shared by all. But it’s spacious and everyone gets into a rhythm of who’s using it when. I never had to wait long to use it.
The two upper rooms are across a short corridor—maybe 4-5 feet—apart. Being respectful in terms of sound is crucial. And, I can say, after staying there for an extended period, it works because the people who came and went in the room across from mine were considerate (e.g. respecting the quiet hours starting at 10pm), as I always tried to be myself.
Small improvements in the future will help make the place even better—things like new doors on bedrooms so they open/close without making too much noise and can be locked. Again though security was never an issue during my stay and that comes down to the people staying there and the tone set by Louise.
The kitchen is good for cooking and a bit more equipment—knives for chopping probably the main thing—being readily available would be good.
A Tiny Hotel is in a great part of east-end Toronto, a short walk (5-7 mins) to Little India and a little further east/south the Beaches (25 mins) and west/south, Leslieville (20-25 mins). And to the north, up the hill and through Monarch Park, you can get to the Danforth (20 mins).
Highly recommend the place for long or short stays.