MaElena is a wonderful host. She is gracious, warm, and welcoming. Within minutes, she felt like someone I had known for years. She truly made my stay feel like a home away from home. Her place is very lovely and comfortable, and the cats are an adorable bonus. The location is very convenient—5 minutes to the closest subway stop and cabs are very easy to find. Central Park is 5 minutes away, and the Broadway area/Time Square is about 15 minutes on the subway. The neighborhood feels very safe; I was by myself late at night and didn’t have worries. I have been to NYC several times and this is the best place I have stayed.