Beautiful room on Roosevelt Island, with awesome amenities, including microwave, bottled water, comfy bed, nice desk, roomy closet. The host was an incredibly warm and interesting person. She cooked me a fantastic meal when I was sick. It was restaurant quality chicken, which made me feel so much better! The apartment is so quiet, street noise is non-existent and you really need an alarm to wake up. Apartment building is right next to the river, which has spectacular views at sunset. These are among the best views I’ve seen in New York. Subway is close for commuting to Manhattan and Queens. Historical sights on the island include Blackwell House (from 1799), Octagon, Blackwell Island Lighthouse, a historic laboratory and the ruins of a hospital. There are also numerous parks, restaurants, and grocery stores.