choosing accommodation is a minefield in NY. For a family of 5 staying in one room in a midtown hotel would have been challenging , 2 rooms would have been way too pricey. So choosing this 3 bedroom apartment was actually perfect. After walking around in the heat all day , having some personal space with teenagers was much needed. This apartment is a short walk from the nearest metro and then its the 6 all the way downtown or uptown. Really easy even for someone who's not used to the metro.
The apartment is fully air conditioned and has everything you need for a week in New York. The dining / sitting area was perfect for having our morning coffee and planning the day.
I was a little unsure booking in Harlem but the people around were really friendly. On the day we arrived , we were on the street , probably looking unsure and a lady approached us just to offer help. She was so helpful and kind . The same for the people in the apartment block. We came across numerous people in Harlem that went out of their way to help us. I cant praise them enough as I,m not sure anyone in London would do that . ( we are from the UK )
So to summarise, a really good , well positioned apartment with easy access to shops , restaurants and the metro. Why waste crazy money to stay in a midtown hotel when all you do is sleep and shower in it.
Highly recommend.