Rhita’s place fully lived up to expectations. It’s very authentic and friendly, just like Astoria! The apartment had the most comfortable bed and blankets I’ve ever slept in... it made it hard to get up, however the smell of Rhita making coffee and some traditional Moroccan pancakes usually did it. The shower was hot and was welcome with the brief snow dump in NYC at the time. The apartment is located very close to the subway and within 20 mins you can be in Time Square. I was only there for a few days, but I did the 911 museum (recommended), a guided food walk around Brooklyn... and the Staten Island ferry at dusk to get the view of the Manhattan skyline. I would highly recommend Rhita’s place because you get a real taste of New York!