I was here in Aug 2006. The people are ok. We made a reservation for a 4-bed dorm, but was put in a 12-bed one. It's a really new place, hence most things work well. It's a pity there isnt an elevator, hence we had to carry our luggage up the steps to 4th floor *ouch*And also, one must note that it is located in Harlem, not the most interesting neighbourhood to be in, as far as I am concerned.