What a cool experience! I really enjoyed my stay at Interfaith Guest Retreat. It is a unique space that is quiet, clean and close to everything! Nuzzled right in the Chelsea area, smacked right in between 23rd street subway station and Penn Station, it is walking distance to everything. You cannot beat this location. The set up is as explained, you have a small dorm room, big enough for one person, space underneath your bed for suitcases, etc, and a shelf above to put your stuff. The bed is a XL twin, I am 5'11 and fit comfortably. The bathroom is shared and for the two nights I stayed I ran into one person when I was using the bathroom. The ceilings to your dorm (pods) are exposed but it is super quiet. They provide you with clean sheets, towels and even ear plugs. If you like quiet and peaceful then this is the place for you.
The staff is super welcoming and the energy is great. I did not take advantage of the breakfast area too much, but there is fruits, breads, cereals, etc out for the taking. I would hands down stay here again in a heartbeat. A rare gem in a expensive city. Namaste!