This place was great for the price and on short booking notice! From the beginning Xiao responded moments after I requested reservation. It was not fancy (bathroom needs maintenance- showing age), but given the rate and the responsiveness, great instructions (incl neighborhood parking overnight rules) and my need for a clean place to lay my head in a nice, safe area it was perfect! There was a helpful, sweet older couple there available to answer my questions when I accidentally misremembered my room code.
Be advised there is a $5 parking fee if you have a car, but given the great rate for the room it's not a big charge. Additionally, Xiao details how to get the parking decal and even provides a printer in the living room for easy access if needed. There was a mural in the room and some basic kitchen items are available if needed also. So, Xiao does take care of the place. It's fine with not many frills for short stay and close to Pasadena, S. Pas and freeway for travelers.