Josh's place was the perfect spot for my Friday-Sunday stay. Great communication leading up to and during my stay (including during a panicked moment when I was having trouble with the key - called me back immediately and turned out I was turning the wrong way, how embarrassing!). Appreciated the setup - felt very spacious for a studio - and I was greeted upon arrival to walk me through need-to-knows. Bonus, really comfy pillows, and great shower pressure.
Location, so good - especially if you're interested in more than just "downtown." A true neighborhood and so much within walking distance, Central Park North, great restaurants... Go to Contento - even if just for drinks!
That said, super easy to get downtown - 4/6 a block away, and 2/3 a 10 minute walk (I did both). And if you take a Lyft, FDR Drive is a couple blocks away.