This is a great value. It has everything you need for a comfortable stay, and for a low price. It is a very clean and simple yet it has a full kitchen (fridge, oven, microwave, utensils) and a hair-dryer in the bathroom. It is very spacious as well. The location is perfectly out of the way from the downtown core but still just a short (15-20 min.) streetcar ride away. The streetcar stop is just outside the door and arrives every 5 minutes. The bright and colourful neighbourhood itself has lot's of nightlife and dining options. Jose is a great host and he also recommends many great places to check out while in Toronto.
The only reason I am giving 4-stars is because 1. the place smelled very musty (however there was a dehumidifier but we had to buy scented candles to mask the scent) and 2. the location did not feel super safe. The place is down an alley on a busy street. There is a staircase right next to the front door that is a little spooky. I am not one to frighten easily and I was with my boyfriend but something had us uneasy about having our door right next to an unknown staircase. The sound of the overgrown tree tapping on the skylight also made it sound like somebody was knocking on the door. This could be easily fixed by adding a chain-lock to the front door, or trimming the tree above to provide an added sense of security for visitors.
I don't want to end on a bad note because our stay was overall very pleasant. Jose is an excellent host (he let us check in early) and this place is a true gem on Dundas Street West.