Great place to stay in the heart of Podil. I feel this area is actually better than the walking street, and that is only a 5 minute walk away if you do like it. The atmosphere here is lively and fashionable, beds are super comfy, breakfast buffet is above average, and the staff are lovely. The best time is, of course, summer since the rooftop part of the bar/restaurant opens up. Most rooms face the trolley track, but the windows are so good you can't even here it, or the partyers from the bar, when you close them.
The location is perfect: the blocks surrounding it are *full* of restaurants and bars, the subway is just a block away, and its is near the base of the old street winding up the hill, and the new trendy block just up the way.
There are a few things I would change, but they are minor and wouldn't stop me going back: 1) The standard rooms are a bit small for price, though they are immaculate and well thought out. 2) Add a toothbrush/paste in the bathroom. For this price that should be doable, and help those who come in too late to go to the shop around the corner.