The room was great in a very nice neighborhood filled with interesting restaurants and bars. Only a few blocks to subway that took me directly to Times Square. My room in the apartment had a window on two walls and overlooked a very nice courtyard. So even on a hot night it stayed comfortable. The room was very quiet -- I woke up to birds singing in the morning! I didn't meet the host, but he was very accommodating on arranging my arrival even when my flight got delayed. I'd definitely stay here again.