Masud is very responsive and check-in is a breeze. Location-wise, very close to the J train, which will take you to Broadway Junction (connect to the A/C for midtown Manhattan) or the L which goes into Manhattan farther south, hits 14th St (Union Square) and all the way across Manhattan to 14th and 8th Avenue. Room #1 is small but fine for a quick stay and visit. There are 4 rooms upstairs and two full baths so never an issue with sharing. Room locks with key (surprising that this is not always the case in NYC but it isn't). Entry to the house is by key-code so always accessible.