mary's hostel type accomdations were clean and conveniently located in hollywood - very close to the metro red line! the room was small but neat, and had a tv. the bathrooms are shared but I never had any issues getting in - there were 2 bathrooms/showers on our floor of 4 rooms. I didn't get the chance to meet mary, but she was ON IT with communication - very quick to respond to emails and texts and was extremely helpful. For a cheap and convenient place to stay, I recommend it.