Just about every review here mentions the biggest draw to staying at Niki's LES place: LOCATION. It's frankly amazing to see how the entire area has been transformed over the last decades (I used to live in the East Village back when it was vastly edgier and had a LOT fewer wine bars, cafes and cheese shops!). If you are visiting NYC with the intention of going out and experience the nightlife, there is no better location to stay. The neighborhood literally thrums with humanity, and you'll never run out of restaurants and bars to try out -- plus its a short walk to spots in SOHO, NOLITA, Chinatown and the Village. You get the point.
The apartment itself is just as pictured and advertised. Situated on the 4th floor means a little bit of walking, but the elevation helps to tame some of the street noise. Though not ALL of it. That's impossible. personally, the noise-level was just as I expected, but some of the other reviewers seem to have been surprised. Hopefully you are considering this place to be in the thick of things, not because you are looking for peace and quiet! For travelers who are looking to engage with all the area has to offer, I whole-heartedly recommend Niki's place! I didn't get to meet her, but she was easy to communicate with via text and checking in and out couldn't be easier. Thanks, Niki!!!