This trip exceeded my expectations. The place was what you think of in new york apartment. It was a tiny room ( shared space with a bed), lots of stairs and a kind of strange smell to the apartment halls but these were minor as his place was clean and is close to everything. If I were to go back to New York, I couldn't imagine a better location for the money or a better host. Expect New York and you won't be disappointed. His recommendations was spot on for me. Will stay again if I'm ever back in town.