The room was as described. Torris and his roommates were very nice and friendly. The walls were very thin, I could hear everything going on in the living, but I think that's just New York for you. Their building was next to a construction site, so they were having rodent issues. I killed a cockroach in my room - but again, I think this is just part of city living. As a female traveler, I felt safe staying with Torris. I didn't get any bad vibes from anyone, which is paramount for a solo female traveler. I would recommend their place to any other solo female traveler.