Get into is correct in the first part, in this case to get into is in the present tense. The story/memory/recollection of events is written in the present tense. Up until that point when discussing getting into his room.
Go into is also the present tense, and would be referring to going into his room in the present right now as it was happening. .
It is possible to say "go into his room" for the first part also. it would not change the meaning. Get into is possibly implying going entry illegal or without permission.
Get is very common in English we use it all the time for many situations likewise with the word got.