As a former New Yorker who had never stayed or really visited this part of the City, I was very interested to see what it would be like. In between subway stops on a very reliable subway line leading through Downtown Brooklyn, Lower Manhattan and Midtown, the location is super convenient. Walking distance from busy thoroughfares -- Church and Coney Island Avenues -- with lots of diversity and stores of all kinds, close to Prospect Park and within striking distance of a number of very good restaurants in surrounding neighborhoods this is a real find and a great value for a discerning traveler who wants a non-touristy New York experience.