We originally stayed downstairs in the Sol apartment and loved it so much that when our trip to NYC got extended we asked if they had any other rooms available. Little did we know that the Penthouse was open for the extra night of our stay! Usually it's a four-day stay but we lucked into there being a gap-night between longer visitors and the management was so welcoming and accommodating. Brian understood how stressful traveling could be and went out of his way to make sure we were set with accommodations (whether with them or elsewhere).
As for the space: I'm obsessed with this apartment. There are three bedrooms and two bathrooms downstairs, hair dryers, irons, and a full washer and dryer (which came in handy when I spilled coffee on my only t-shirt that morning). The entire upstairs is a great common space with a GORGEOUS kitchen/dining room/ and deck area. It's absolutely luxurious. We actually stayed in for a night and ordered delivery so we could enjoy the deck space more. I cannot say enough good things about this place. The apartment was cozy but spacious, and we felt like we were in our own little NYC bubble. The neighborhood is busy, but not swamped with tourists like where I usually end up staying for work. Two of the bedrooms face a private courtyard and it's absolutely silent when you're ready for sleep. I'm definitely booking this for my next work trip to the city and would recommend it to anyone who needs a central location but enjoys having a little more space than a standard hotel.
Thanks again East Village Apartments!