Maria & Ricardo have created a wonderful home, in a rich and diverse part of New York, that offers convenience, comfort and cleanliness. The room was modern and quite large with a comfortable bed, a desk and TV. The apartment was also exceptionally clean and quiet, which gave the feeling of having the entire place to yourself.
Maria & Ricardo were excellent hosts and went out of their way to ensure I was comfortable and catered for. Their kind, caring and thoughtful nature was evidenced in the little touches they've made to make a stay an enjoyable and relaxing one - I will not specify these though and instead let you save the smile that's produced from noticing them for when you're there! They're also excellent at responding to messages and were flexible and accommodating with regards to my arrival.
I cannot recommend this place enough. Even if you disregard the room, apartment and hosts, the price alone makes a booking worth it - you pay $40 for a bunk in a hostel dorm room!
Wherever you choose to stay, I wish you a happy time in NYC. The MET is incredible, Katz's hot pastrami sandwich is delicious, and a midnight stroll up 7th Avenue is quite beautiful. However, I think your time there might be even better if you stay with Maria & Ricardo!
Thanks for reading :)
Jake
P.S. If you do stay here, I recommend and have read to check out BK Taco Factory, Hartbreakers and Nene's Deli Taqueria - all within a few blocks of Maria & Ricardo's