I'd recommend anyone to stay here, but for value the apartment may be a better bet.
I arrived late from the airport, coming from England, and was given help to ring a cab for the morning by Carol. But it would be good to leave information like that in the room. I had to disturb her to find out the wireless code, and only found out the next night that there a fridge for my use outside the room in the hallway. A map showing the way to the subway would also have been helpful. I also needed a glass which was not in the room, and had to ask the following day.

Fiddly things, I know, but a folder with local amenities would be great, especially for foreign visitors! Having said that, Carol and Phyllis were great. Phyllis showed me round her amazing home, and offered her kitchen for me to make a hot drink, whilst they were away.

Its a great area for walking around, with good value and excellent restaurants, and so accessible for Manhattan. Brooklyn has such a fascinating history, its worth a visit in itself!