I give this a 5/5 because you get what you paid for but for a longer review read below.
If you are a solo traveler looking to stay in the newly gentrified Arts district for the cheap, look no further. Jefferson and his people are very communicative and helpful overall. The small and honestly quite smelly 1 bedroom hostel is as plain and dingy as you can get, but if you plan to walk around and be outside during your stay, then this place gets the job done. Keep in mind, this building is like a million years old so it is what it is.
I love my bed at home. I did not like the bed there, but if you suck it up and stick it out, it's fine. I recommend bringing your own pillow and atleast a bed sheet. Trust.
There's a sink in the room but probably don't drink water from it. Bathroom and shower/tub is shared and line the halls towards the middle of the building.
The lounge area is actually chill and that's where I took care of emails. Full kitchen and laundry services as well if needed. The LA location is what you're really after with this hostel, but it is a hostel. So any first timers at a hostel, be advised.
Cheers!