Great week at Vivi's place.
I spent a week with my two daughters in Williamsburg. The appartment is ideally located between the J and the L subway, both one stop to Manhattan. Great restaurants all around without the feeling of crowdiness you've got in the east village.
The appartment is nothing like luxury, but a clean and nice place.
So, if you expect a 5 stars hotel, this is not your place. But if, like me, you prefer to stay at your friend's place when visiting a city, this is perfect.