Every single things was flawless from beginning to end. I checked in based on a communication sent to me from Sireenat through airbnb. It gave a passcode for both the entrance into the building and into my room.
The room was immaculate. Simple and clean. After walking through the building and upon entering my room, it became clear to me why no shoes are allowed. Though I first thought such a policy was an inconvenience, I very quickly learned to appreciate it. I was fortunate to be able to rent a 4-bunk suite to myself so I had a private bath, with shower. The shower walls are a small footprint for a guy my size, at 6'6" and 290lbs. The shower head, on the other hand, was perfect! It was approximately 8' high and was able to be both fixed and removed as a hand-held device, which made the small wall footprint easier to manage. The water pressure was excellent and the water temperature could be adjusted to exactly what I wanted. Plenty of sink counter space and hooks next to the shower for the towels made getting cleaned up so easy and comfortable.
Fresh clean towels and bedding were placed at the foot of each of the beds.
After waking up and going downstairs, it took me some time to navigate the kitchen. Everything is labeled and the food is clearly visible and out out for everyone to enjoy. Over the fours days I was there I had scrambled eggs (day 1), a delicious quiche (day 2), and waffles with strawberry compote (day 3) and I skipped the bagels offered with cream cheese and jelly (day 4). And coffee. Not sure about water or juices because I don't do that on a regular basis thus I paid no attention to it. The breakfast here was a great way to start each of my days, which called for me standing on pavement from 11a-10p each of the days I was there.
The bed and pillows were quite comfortable. The only uncomforting fact was that the bed frames, being bunk beds, did not fully accommodate my height of 6'6" and thus when I was fully stretched out, I didn't quite fit. Once I adjusted it was fine and I slept like a baby.
What you get for the price is silly. I had friends paying for 1-2 nights in hotels what I paid for 4 at Sireenat's place and I could tell you I had no lines to wait for valet service (you can park your car right outside in the street overnight), breakfast, or anything else. Furthermore, given its townhouse-size and location in such a quiet neighborhood, the only thing I heard coming back to the room at night and when I woke in the morning were the birds outside the window.
This was my first experience in a hostel. I would not have shared a room with strangers which is why I booked the suite for myself. I will absolutely be booking here again next time I'm in town.