I was disorganized on this trip, and Sam sent quick responses which was great. I would recommend this place, and have some suggestions. It is a pretty good setup. I def needed another surface for my suitcase, though. It was crowded.
Things to know as a guest: they have instant coffee with sugar and whitener already added (this onstant vietnamese coffee was good but many people dont take sugar). Didnt offer plain coffee, coffeemate or milk so bring your own, I guess. The kitchen and other floors were ok clean but not very clean. The bathroom was so-so, single hairs here and there, otherwise okay. It is a shared space, after all. Note: There are no plugs for the bathtub, kitchen sink, or bathroom sink.
Nice that they provide cetaphil face cleanser. Hair conditioner should be standard but they dont have that. The hair dryer is hiding in the linen closet.
The stairs are narrow and steep & def need a railing for safety. I felt unsafe, especially going down. When I arrived at night, no light came on outside so I had a hard time seeing numbers on the lockbox. The second night a light did come on but not long enough to do anything (20 seconds). Also a table outside the door would be handy when we have to look in a purse or bag.
No compost container in the kitchen so Toronto is behind the times on that. I thought AC was on the listing but maybe not. It could pretty hot down there. The fan provided is weak and only has one setting. It is nice to offer washer/dryer but offering it only after 7pm doesnt make sense, when most people go out at that time. I had to dry something but couldnt figure out how to do that. SAM provided a facecloth on request, but otherwise just a bathtowel. Nice fluffy one!. The place is a bit noisy but I enjoyed the piano practise upstairs. All in all, I was happy I stayed there and the neighbourhood is nice. I walked to Shoppers and wish I had gone during the day because it was a hang out for loud young people at night between 8 and 10 PM. 👌