Our experience with Dolores and her husband began well before the duration of our stay, as they were highly communicative during the booking process and weeks leading up to our stay; they even helped us with the most efficient route to take from LGA to their apartment. Dolores and her husband even allowed us to check-in early, which was perfect, as our flight arrived at 8 am.
Upon arrival, Dolores’s husband met with us to show us around the apartment and assist with our itinerary. Even though we have been to New York city numerous times before, this was our first time staying in Brooklyn, and the hosts were incredibly forthcoming with information known mainly by Brooklynites. Little touches like providing refreshments, maps, and menus upon arrival set apart this AirBnB and speak volume on behalf of Dolores and her husband.
During our stay, Dolores’s presence was known—yet not overbearing. Because she and her husband live nearby, they were able to provide my family with fresh linens and information about the area upon request. The AirBnB itself was clean and tidy—it had everything we needed. Keep in mind: this AirBnB is located near downtown Brooklyn, but the home itself is in a quiet and safe area. There are no grocery stores or coffee shops on surrounding streets, however (Target, Whole Foods, Trader Joes, etc. are a bus ride away). This may make it easier for some to lose track of their surroundings after dark; my family was fine using the MTA system as late as even midnight, due to our prior experience with New York and mass transit, but others may consider using Uber or Lyft to and from their location. Check-out was also easy.
Overall, Dolores and her husband are phenomenal. If you’re lucky enough to stay here, do it— especially if you have already visited NYC before! Staying in Brooklyn will provide you with a totally different experience and the opportunity to experience another part of New York City. Thanks, Dolores!