Looking for a centralized place to travel anywhere in and around NYC with a great host? Look no further. One of the top hosts I've ever had. I have traveled to other states and countries (Japan, Korea, around California, etc.) and had what I thought were amazing hosts, but she set a new standard for traveling on a budget. Aside from being nice and reasonably priced, Nia is extremely flexible and relaxed. Her communication is like texting a friend, instant, accurate, and easy to understand. She is easy to get along with and helps point out fun things to do (if you ask). The description of the single room that is "loud" is fairly accurate, but being from a city on the main highways San Franscico (280, 101, 85), the noise was not a bother to me. The one night I could not sleep I popped in some ear plugs and slept 8+ hours with no problem. This place is central to a subway station that will take you wherever you would want to visit. I went to the empire state building, statue of liberty, central park, NYU, and even Queens Botanical garden by Citi park (home of the Mets). In need of a nice place to stay, a nice landlord, and on a budget... seriously look no further! Also, explore the area, the food and entertainment is cheaper and parks cleaner and less populated than NYC.