This is the second time I have stayed with Iulia, and it was as perfect as the first time. There are so many wonderful things about staying here, I barely know where to start. Some of my favorites: it's very, very close to the subway. The #7 subway runs a straight line directly into Manhattan. It is as short a trip as if you were staying in Manhattan, or even shorter because of the ease of transportation. I was at the 42nd Street library in the middle of Manhattan in 15 minutes each day. Secondly, the room is airy and large-- actually HUGE by New York standards!-- and the bed big and very comfortable. Everything in this apartment is immaculately clean. Finally, as everyone has already said, Iulia is a lovely hostess. She is friendly and nice, but never pressures you or hovers over you; she is the ideal hostess. I would recommend this accommodation 100%.