Check in was very easy! It is in a very residential part of Queens with some restaurants within walking distance. You have your own key to your room that you share with a roommate. Depending how long you stay, you may have multiple roommates but not at the same time. The biggest issue for me was having 1 bathroom shared between 8 people but it wasn't too much of a problem. They are great hosts that are fairly easy to contact. Kitchen had all the normal amenities and you have your own space in the fridge that is labeled. Great price!