I'm almost hesitant to write this review, because I know once word gets out, I'll no longer be able to stay here because it will always be booked! I rarely stay somewhere that has no reviews, but I was booking a few days before a trip and had limited options. It turned out to be the best decision I could have possibly made - I found a real gem!
Location is great. You are steps away from restaurants, shops, pharmacies and close enough to times square to make it an easy visit but just far enough away that it feels more like a true NY neighborhood. Place is spacious, clean, surprisingly quiet and has all the amenities you could possibly need - even more so than a hotel stay.
However, what made this stay exceptional is the hosts. In addition to being accommodating with a late arrival and sharing restaurant/neighborhood tips, they went above and beyond to the point where it felt like friends rather than hosts. When my back was hurting, Michael brought me some Aleve and water and showed me stretches I could do. And his wife Michal is an incredibly talented artist who happened be opening up a small storefront on the bottom floor of their building the weekend I was there, which was so fun to attend the grand opening! Truly warm, caring, welcoming hosts who are just fascinating to talk to and spend time with.
I can't recommend this place highly enough. I hope to be able to book again.