This is NOT a new building. It's New York! If you need fancy pants, you might want to check into the Ritz, but if you want comfortable beds for when you come back after being gone ALL DAY, this is perfect! There was a little issue with the toilet, but we came in on a Friday and it wasn't able to get fixed before we left on Monday. It worked, though, with some jiggling. (smile). Claude is a thoughtful and kind person with a great big smile! He was literally not home home much at all and we felt comfortable coming and going. He put out the most delicious pastries every morning which was not expected but so wonderful! So convenient and accessible to subways, food, entertainment and fun! Will most definitely look Claude up again when I come back!