I am torn with my rating for this place. There are great things and then there are not so great things.
PROS:
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1. Location, location, location. This apartment is in Hell's Kitchen neighborhood, and next to some really great restaurants and clubs.
2. Check-in was not a problem; Anna (host) had a conflict when we arrived, but ensured we got in safely by sending someone to wait for us. She also made arrangements to meet us afterwards.
CONS:
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1. Demanded IDs to be texted to her. Two days before our arrival, she insisted that we text her the IDs of all the guests to her. Threatened to cancel our reservation if we do not comply. I understand hosts needing to feel more secure, but this request came last minute and threat to cancel the reservation 2 days prior, that is not reasonable.
2. Additional House Rules. I have no problems with the house rules Anna posted in the description. In fact, I messaged her that we would completely comply with the house rules posted. However, upon arrival, she insisted that we sign an agreement (additional house rule) that anyone not listed as guests (the IDs) are not allowed to enter the premises or risk losing our deposit. I am not one to disrespect another person's home. I do not throw house parties in someone else's home. But we told her that we have friends in NY and, in the off chance that we need to change our clothes, I asked if would it be OK for them to wait for us in the living room. She would not comply. Again, I am all for house rules, but springing additional house rules on the spot is not acceptable.