House was clean and cosy - my family was comfortable staying here during our week in NYC :) neighbourhood felt relatively safe when we travelled in a group. It's my first time in USA so that could be subjective. Short walk to subway station and there's a grocery shop nearby too, very convenient. Good central heating and smaller portable heaters were available. Only thing to note: to enter the apartment there's a flight of stairs so may not be accessible to those with mobility issues. My family wanted to stay in an apartment instead of separate hotel rooms and Amal's place provided what we need at great value. Thank you!