The space is smaller than the pictures would imply. Yes, the bathroom is shared, but it is clean. When we were there, there was a lot of spicy cooking smells. I enjoyed them, but I think some might find the smell intense. There was a nice little kitchen setup with dishes, utensils, basic appliances, coffee maker, and toaster. The noise level when the windows were open was high, but it was better when we closed the windows and turned on the A/C for white noise. If you're planning on going near Central Park using public transit, plan about 45-60min for commute.