We stayed for three nights. As first time travelers to NYC, we wanted to be close to or in Manhattan. We chose this property because it was close to the city but allowed us to escape the hustle and bustle. The property is only a minute walk from Courts Square metro and the subway goes directly into Manhattan. 15 minutes and you're in Times Square. It is quick, cheap (about $2.50 one-way) and convenient. An Uber or taxi from Downtown is about $30. The neighborhood itself is quintessential gritty Queens but did not appear dangerous and the street itself is beautiful and quite.
The room exceeded our expectations. We thought it would be a small space, but it was the size of a standard hotel room. It was clean. It has a mini fridge, microwave, couch, double bed and air conditioning. The bed was soft and the room was quiet. The bathroom was fantastic. A proper bathroom with big shower, plenty of hot water - plus a sauna feature.
Both Orestes and Cris were wonderful hosts. They were accommodating to our requests and were very welcoming with their home. They lived upstairs, allowing for privacy as well as access to free wifi and most of the whole bottom floor. We were also offered full use of the courtyard at the back, which would be perfect for breakfast in the sunshine or to read a book.
This place is a definite gem and we would highly recommend staying here again. Thank you again, Orestes and Cris for your kind hospitality.