I was in between apartments for a few days and still had business to attend to in LIC and Manhattan. Tarlok's room was exactly as described and located right by the train. The common spaces were kept very neat and clean. I didn't need to use the kitchen but found it well maintained and inviting nonetheless :) the walls are a little thin and you can hear the train go by, but the building is older and this was not a surprise to me. This is a great place to stay of you have errands or meetings in the Astoria/LIC/Manhattan area