I have no other experiences with Hostels and I expected a dim, grungy experience with frayed furniture and such. I was pleasently shocked. Ember's place is bright, modern, clean, efficient, and the staff aims to please. There are lots of little and big details that improve the experience, such as desks and social areas or just sit quietly on the porch. The location is very convenient for downtown access by bus or simply walking if that is your thing.