Arthur and Ed were terrific hosts, just the right ratio of assistance, advice and respect for privacy, on both host and guest sides, with some fascinating local history thrown in for good measure. Location on the Highline @ 23rd was central to easy subway lines to get to midtown, upper east side or Brooklyn.
That said, room was very private, as was the bath, and the main floor parlor/atrium/dining room was lovely. Richest, most lusciously decorated Xmas tree I've ever seen. Wish I was the lucky recipient of some of those gorgeously wrapped presents beneath. Morning pot o coffee @ the push of a button and quiet time to reflect on your upcoming day in Manhattan. I'd sum up my stay there as effortless and intend to return.