This apartment is generally very roomy and you'd be lucky to find somewhere with this space so close to Manhattan at this price. Access and check-in couldn't have been easier. The beds are very comfortable and the amenities are to a high standard (large TV, Aircon, large fridge, cooker, microwave, washer and dryer and nice touches like a waffle maker and juicer) . Likewise it was extremely clean when we arrived. Do note, however, that the bathroom , although well appointed, is very small Fine for the three of us. But there are beds for up to eight people (including two young children) and the bathroom is not big enough to cope with that number, in my view. Public transport links are great. The location is close (5-10 min walk) to subway and Metro-North stations and to large supermarkets. There are also convenience stores (incl an Aldi) much closer than that on 3rd Ave. The neighbourhood is lively with a lot of street life (at least in the summer - we were there in a hot July) and people are friendly. But if you're looking for a quiet getaway, you may find it a bit overwhelming. The minuses - and these are quibbles really, but worth noting: the Carbon Monoxide alarm went off our first night and there was a faint smell of gas around the cooker. We worked out that the alarm was probably not related to this and it was more likely the battery needed changing. Our host Tony - who is very good with comms - said he'd get someone to check it out. We took the battery out and left the kitchen window cracked open for safety. But no-one ever did check it or replace the battery. We also had problems with some minor incursions by ants and cockroaches in the kitchen, living room and small (kids) bedroom Thankfully a can of Raid under the kitchen sink kept them at bay. But if we'd been a larger family doing a lot of cooking in the kitchen it might have been a bigger issue. The internet - which worked perfectly for the first few days - suddenly kept going down and needed re-booting regularly. The middle bedroom door to the living room did not fit the door frame and wouldn't shut. Again, no problem for us, but for friends/couples who might want a bit of privacy, not ideal. Overall though this is a good place to stay and I would recommend it - especially to a smaller family with older children.