This apartment has a really perfect location right in the heart of the East Village. We stayed for about 1 month, and were able to eat at different restaurants nearby almost everyday because there are so many options. I was worried that the 5th floor walk-up would be difficult, but it was actually no big deal, and it was great being able to access the rooftop, where we had drinks in the evening. The apartment itself is pretty spacious for NYC and has everything you need. The A/C in the living room works great, but we did have issues with the bedroom being too hot, and it was pretty noisy, so we didn't end up sleeping that well most nights. It's important to not that there is no separate bathroom in the apartment - we actually didn't realize this until we got there because it wasn't super clear in the pictures or description. There is a toilet off the kitchen, but the shower is inside the kitchen right across from the fridge, so you essentially have to get undressed in the kitchen to use the shower. Just make sure you are ready to be very open to whoever you are traveling with! Overall, we thought the quirks were acceptable and enjoyed staying here for the month. Tamarinda was super communicative and a great host. You won't get a better deal in this amazing location!