Staying w/ Rez was the best experience I've had during my Airbnb adventures in NYC this fall. I already thanked her, but will do so again, for keeping her rates at the lower end of the Airbnb scale and not charging ridiculous prices like so many other hosts are doing right now.

Rez does a good job detailing her apartment's ambiance for prospective guests, and anyone who ends up feeling uncomfortable with the "artsy & funky" vibe obviously didn't look over the listing before booking. For me, what matters most is that the host is a good person and the space is clean (especially the bathroom). Rez is very easy to be around and keeps her apartment above par as far as hygiene is concerned.

Location-wise, the subway is right around the corner. Once you're on the train, Manhattan and many parts of Brooklyn are only 10-30 min away. A realtor might describe the area as "in transition" and, as a result, some people may be a bit uncomfortable in this neighborhood. The block seems sketchier than it actually is. I came back to the apt at 11/11:30pm every night without any issues. There may be some street noise outside at night, but in NYC that's to be expected.

All in all, for the price, the location, and the awesome hostess, this is a great option. Airbnb is a crapshoot, and oftentimes one never knows what they're gonna find till they arrive. With Rez, you'll feel right at home.