I highly recommend staying with Rafael in Queens! I needed a short term place to stay while looking for a permanent home in NYC. I am new to the city and was unsure of where would be a good place to stay. Rafael's studio is quiet and clean, close to the subway and has a laundromat right around the corner. I was able to orient myself to the city without going crazy. Rafael was very helpful and easy to deal with. Overall, a great place to stay.