The shower has two heads, a fixed one on top and a small handheld spray. The top head was split along a seam causing water to jet out sideways making it totally unusable. It was clear that this failure was not something new as it was very large and the head was caked with calcium deposits.
One of the two window shades were broken so it was stuck shut. The closet had only a few very cheap wire hangers. There is not a single piece of decoration on the walls or otherwise. The bed throw was a bit stained and ragged. There was hair left in the bathroom and the bath towels need to be retired and replaced.
Joel told me he would repair the shower after my visit was concluded and he had returned from being abroad. It was disappointing that the room was rented in this condition. It seems like just some minimal thought and effort could upgrade this from cheap college dorm feeling and into a welcoming space suitable for its price.
Check-in was smooth and the room was quiet at night.