If you want to stay in a quiet New York neighborhood close to Central Park and with easy access to pretty much everything, Marty's is the place. My daughter and I stayed here for three days during our hectic College touring, and it was a treat to come back to such a peaceful and light-filled space each afternoon and evening.
Added to that, both Marty and Nitza could not have been more helpful and accommodating. They let us drop off our luggage early, and went out of their way to help us with Metro directions and restaurant suggestions. If you have the chance to stay at Marty's, I highly recommend it!