I stayed in Marco's room for 5 nights and it was a great experience. This room is in an ideal location, just a short walk from theatres, Times Square and the subway. I was warmly greeted by Marco's mother. She showed me in and offered a couple of cold bottles of water. A nice touch for a traveller. The air conditioning was on and the room was clean and comfortable. As a female solo traveller, I felt safe and at home. I would recommend this space to anyone looking for an authentic neighbourhood experience and good value in NYC. Hope to return again :)