Laura's place (room 4 for me) was perfect for my needs, the bed was very comfortable, the shared bathroom super clean, the room itself very clean and lots of room to spread out. She's super close to 2 subway stations and yet the area around her house is pretty quiet considering it is the city. I felt comfortable and welcomed by Laura and two of her daughters and felt comfortable using the kitchen for breakfast prep. I would definitely recommend her place for anyone who wants to explore NYC!