Staying at Giovanni's Apartment was such a pleasant and delightful experience! Giovanni was very warm and approachable right from the onset, when my husband and I were considering possible options in NYC. He would respond immediately and with impeccable graciousness. We also had the pleasure and privilege of meeting his friend, Josef, who was very friendly and accommodating as well. Giovanni's apartment is strategically-located. Being in the Hell's Kitchen area, there was an extremely-wide variety of restaurants to choose from. And the apartment is very well-appointed and its décor is so artistic. It also provides all the amenities one would need... as if one were at home. And Giovanni and Josef did really make us feel so welcomed and "at home". My husband and I highly-recommend this place! Enjoy the New York City experience from the viewpoint of being a "local", even if only for the duration of your stay. The hosts are both very warm and gracious... and we extended to them our invitation to look us up should they fly in to the Philippines in the future. More than just having enjoyed a wonderful "place" in NYC... we were privileged to have made wonderful friends as well.