I was initially a little bit hesitant to stay in a room above a pub with a shared bathroom, when I needed to extend my stay in Sydney unexpectedly.
But the staff were friendly. The room was clean and surprisingly quiet. The bathrooms was also clean (if a little on the snug side).
In my opinion, this is good value accommodation, and very suitable for those who want something a bit more private than a dorm/hostel - but don't want the faff/expense involved in checking into a more traditional hotel/motel.