Great location and chance to experience what and where real lower middle class NY'ers live in the old, row house type 5 story walk ups. Made me feel like I was part of Hells Kitchen....and the host is a character in her own way, a good way. Safe, quiet and interesting neighborhood. Close to subway and great bus routes, near to dozens of options for food of all types. Will give you real NYC feel.
Cost about the same as an inexpensive hotel in the Times Square area.