Look, you get what you pay for. The hotel is a cheaper option compared to other places in the area, it's one stop away from Mets-Willet so it was super convenient for attending a concert at Citi Field and not having to travel very far at night. The door locks, the water is hot.
The building is old and feels like it hasn't been upgraded since the 1950's. The furniture sags and half the drawers don't open (not that I was comfortable putting anything in the drawers). Everything is stained with age, the wallpaper is peeling, and there's a funky smell to the building.
Was my stay okay? Yeah. Would I stay here again? No, I'd rather shell out a bit more $$$ and choose somewhere else next time.