I broke two personal Air bnb rules when I booked Asya's place: I never book a new place that doesn't have a review. And I don't like to book places that are actually someone's real home. I'm so glad I took the chance and got to be Asya's first guest! I would've never known she was a first time host. From her very first quick response, she has this down! Not a single thing would I change. The location is amazing if you have anything going on from Times Square to the Upper Westside. The apartment is clean and comfortable. A couple of features that might make it not for everyone: It is on the 4th floor of a walk-up. No elevator. It's really not that bad. My FitBit was really happy for the steps. Also, 57th Street is very noisy with cars and construction. BUT...just run the AC unit in the bedroom (can be run as a fan if you don't need the chilled air) and it makes for wonderful white noise. I had no problem sleeping. Once I booked, Asya shared that a cat usually lives in this apartment, but would be staying elsewhere. Of course, this is something to consider if you're allergic, but I will tell you, this place was spotless and I would've never known a cat usually lives there unless she'd told me. If you're lucky enough to find Asya's apartment available, make sure you grab it. I know I will the next time I'm in NYC.