The writer who described this place as a rehab facility and the guests as "inmates" was right on the money. I concur with everything he said. The only thing I can add is the terrible noise: people slamming doors and yelling or talking loud in the halls all night, with no consideration at all for others (paper-thin thin walls and doors with absolutely no sound-proofing). These people are not the kind you would ask to please be quiet. They just might not take your criticism of their manners graciously. Bring some sound-deadening earmuffs! Really. I had some, and they helped a lot. But still, they weren't enough. And avoid the bathrooms if you can. They might get cleaned occasionally, but there was no evidence of it. Yes, it is cheap alright, but you get what you pay for. As he said, the lobby is deceptive as to what you find upstairs. For the hardy and rock-bottom budgets only!