Top line: Fun to stay in a temple! Great atmosphere, location, price, and host!
I live in Korea and Temple stays are not uncommon, but I didn't expect to stay in one in the states! I needed a place close by my conference hotel and wasn't looking to spend a ton of money. I don't need my own space, just a place to rest my head. This place was perfect for me.
I was worried about my late arrival, but it was not a problem at all. The temple is less than a block from the subway. Every night I came home to a quiet, made bed. Other guests were separated by screens, but for me this was not a problem. The host was nice to chat with, helpful, and kind. Lights on are at 7:30, but I typically wake up before then anyway. If you like to sleep in I could imagine this being a problem, but for the early rising budget traveler looking to find a bed in Seattle, I'm not sure you could find a better place to stay.