Ed is a really great host who will gladly help with getting you acquainted to the city if you are new. My boyfriend and I enjoyed our time at his place located in East Village, close to all the great restaurants and bars in that area as well as to public transportation. We were also able to meet one of his other guests and had a great time. Room was very clean and comfy with extra blankets, towels, hair dryer, heater fan for colder weather, and a TV where we could watch Netflix and many other channels! Would definitely go back and highly recommend to others.