The host is super friendly and nice. She helped me a lot of the transitions to NY living style. I felt more comfortable living in her apartment and traveling around NYC. The room is stylish, comfortable, very good heating system for the Winter. I only to wear Summer clothes in the apartment. The subway is just right on the corner of the Apartment, several buses go to different directions. It is easy to go everywhere. The supermarket, small grocery store, takeout Thai food restaurant are very close too. I did not need to cook for the time I was staying even though she has all kinds of cooking tools, :). I had a good time staying in her apartment. Thanks to the host !