I have visited NYC over 50 times and stayed in all kinds of hotels and B and Bs all over Manhattan and Brooklyn. This was by far the best place I have ever stayed in. I have stayed at the Plaza, tiny room, and the Palace. I have stayed at Mariotts, Hiltons and independents. None of the accommodations were nearly as big or as well decorated and certainly I was never surrounded by original high end gallery art. You are staying in a luxury large one bedroom apartment with a working artist studio on the floor below. Michael and his partner Busser made us feel very welcome. The four levels of the building are filled with Busser's amazing art. This is a different experience then a hotel, it will always be my first choice if Michael's place is available when I am visiting NYC. There are many choices to eat and drink at all price levels within walking distance. You are staying in a local neighborhood with easy access to subways and buses.