I felt very welcomed on arrival and was walked to the annex where my room was. The room was clean and a very acceptable retreat for my trip. The annex was extremely quiet and removed--it's a good option for travelers who don't want to partake of the more social hostel location. I do want to caution that the bathroom was somewhat exposed to the elements (not visually, but as far as insulation goes), so it was very cold in the morning! The bathrooms upstairs are always an option, however, and were spotless with great showers. The kitchen, as well, was spotless and thoroughly equipped, making it a great choice for travelers who want to fix some of their own meals. If I had had more time, I would have liked to spend social time in the ballroom--it looked like a great place to meet interesting folks!