For the budget-concious traveller, this place offers exceptional value and comfort in a fantastic location just a few minutes walk from Redfern station.
I was in room 4 which was very spacious, much larger than most budget hotels with a nice desk for working and big TV. I found the internet fast and reliable enough for work. The bed was very comfortable and the room was clean and tidy with everything you need including a mini fridge. The shared kitchenette is basic but perfectly functional, with hot and and cold water, some cutlery provided. No microwave means it may not suit a longer stay. The bathrooms are shared and not gender segregated. I stayed a week and found this perfectly fine and never in fact met another guest at all let alone any awkward bathroom encounters, but this may be a concern for others.
As with many older buildings, there isnt much sound insulation and you get to hear the conversations from the pub downstairs quite clearly. The pub seems to close around mindnight, so this will no problem for night owls.
The area offers a few cafes and eateries as well as the pub itself, and other areas like Spice Alley and Chinatown as well as the Redfern restaurant area are a walkable distance away. I felt safe enough as a solo female traveller walking home after dinner, but I wouldnt recommend staying out too late around Redfern.
Overall, a fantastic stay. I would stay here again no hesitation.