As a first timer to NYC for 4 days, Alicia's place was perfect. The description and reviews were very accurate. The room was warm and cosy,I slept like a rock and the view from the room of George Washington bridge was gorgeous to watch in the mornings whilst catching up on emails. It is a very safe place and for, I loved the location, only 10mins on the train to Times Square, yet situated along the most beautiful Hudson river and walk way, and just up from of the very diverse Broadway. I found it great to leave the craziness of Downtown at the end of the day and come 'home'. It was great to catch up with Alicia in the evening, share discoveries, get the local view on issues and take up her suggestions. I would definitely recommend, as Alicia did, taking the time to walk around the local neighbourhood once you've done the standard NYC tourist sights.