Jaleh is a super-friendly host which is important in a small NY apartment where everyone is in close proximity. The room is a good value for a budget-traveler and the Lower Harlem/Morningside Heights location is convenient to central park, Columbia University and the UWS. The reason I didn't give this place a 5-star rating is that the bed is pretty uncomfortable. Other smaller things to be aware of: there's not much room to store clothing (closet could use more than two hangers) and the room has poor air circulation (window faces an air vent and the fan provided doesn't really get much fresh air to circulate). The other bedroom Jaleh rents might be a bit better. Lastly, the single bathroom is shared with up to 4 people so you may have a wait in the morning.