Emily's apartment is in a perfect location for exploring any part of Manhattan. Many metro lines converge at Columbus Circle, so getting around by metro is extremely easy from here. But if you like to walk, as I do, it is the perfect centralized location to walk just about anywhere in Manhattan. The bedrooms are a bit awkwardly tiny, so if you have mobility problems that might be an issue, but it was really a perfect place for my husband and I traveling with our two grown sons as we could all have our own bedrooms. I actually prefer staying in a walk-up rather than an elevator building. Call me crazy, but waiting for elevators every time I come in or out drives me a bit nuts. I want to be out and exploring! Also, the check-in and out process was very organized and easy. I've had complications with this process on other airbnb trips to NYC, so the ease of coordinating this was an especially nice surprise. Thanks Emily.