Ahmad's pad is in an excellent location, he's an extremely hospitable host, his place is kept neat, tidy, and the bedroom is very stylish, especially if you're a book lover. He was kind enough to show me how to use the subway system when I wanted to take a trip up to the Met, as well as recommend some great local places to check out. I cannot undersell how much there is to do around his neighborhood; you'll find excellent food, landmark comedy/music clubs and it's next to impossible to get bored. His place is just a quick walk away from Washington Square park, plus area is not overly crowded with tourists like Upper Manhattan. Ahmad also has very good taste in movies, is easy to have a conversation with, and makes a great espresso. I had a great time staying at his place!