The room itself is dark as it's a basement it has very little light, and the floor is cold. It's ok for a short stay but for long or work from home can be a bit taff. The kitchen is ok, can cook simple dishes. The laundry is next door. The location is good, just 6 min walk from the metro, 30 min or less you are in Manhattan. The area regarding safety it's more or less ok, at night I would be more careful as I've seen homeless and drunk/drug people on my way home from the metro. In general, I recommend, the host is taking care of guests, and is friendly and available.