Alex place is as described: minimalistic. It has three beds, a kitchen, no dining room or table and bar stools for sitting in the rooms. It’s dim as each light fixture only has one lightbulb. It has a good heating system.
It’s shower can be unsafe for young kids or older adults as it’s a very deep bathtub converted into a shower and can be slippery and is hard or climb in and out of. The hot water mixer if not properly used can scald one’s skin. Therefore I wouldn’t consider it safe for certain age groups.
The biggest issue can be upstairs renters/neighbors. They were loud and up and about until at least 1am each morning. One of the nights they were up and about until 4am. Therefore I wouldn’t consider this a good choice for those seeking a peaceful and restful stay. We didn’t rest and it was hard on all of us.
The location is great and very close to subway and train and everything one might need from the breakfast place to groceries and in between.