Reka is a considerate and welcoming host - it was a pleasure sharing the apartment with her. The room is comfortable and clean and I was made to feel completely at home. I have travelled to New York once before on business and had stayed midtown. So it was great to have an opportunity to see a different neighbourhood. The shops, cafes and restaurants of east village are just a block or so away.

Perhaps if you have not travelled much previously, as this is not a tourist area, it may feel a little too far from the usual sights. However I loved it! It felt like you were part of the city and its residents - the independent stores and eateries are wonderful and the people friendly. I spent an hour one evening drinking red wine with some shop owners where I had just popped in for a gift for my little girl and we got chatting! If you prefer to stay somewhere a little different, I would thoroughly recommend this Airbnb.

Top tips whilst you are there - The Bean cafe has good wifi and coffee if you need somewhere to work nearby. The Cuban takeout from cafecito was great and the thin crust pizzas from Gruppo were amazing. Breakfast at Clinton street bakery is good but expect long queues at the weekend.