Bill's place was the perfect place for me to crash while I explored NYC for the weekend. It is exactly as described in the listing, and I advise reading the entire thing. While you have a private bedroom that is able to be locked, there are other people staying in the apt with you. Although I did not run into anyone during my time staying there, I did hear them coming into and out of the apartment. The bathroom is also shared; however, there are 2 bathrooms, and you'll likely always have access to one if it is needed. The best part about staying at the location was Bill's prompt helpfulness. On a couple of occasions, I came across a difficulty or had a question, and Bill was able to resolve the issue within just a few minutes. His apartment is also in an amazing location! It is about a 5-minute walk to the subway and 2 blocks from Central Park. I felt very safe throughout my time staying. I'd highly recommend booking this room, as it is a fantastic deal for the price!