Javier is a very kind and conscientious individual. He is an experienced and hospitable host and makes you feel very at home. The other guest who was staying there the same time as me kept the bathroom clean and was considerate. The room facilities are well thought out and it has everything you could need - a lot of storage space, a full length mirror, black out curtains, AC, a bin and hairdryer which I didn’t use but I imagine is important to a lot of travellers. As a solo female traveller I felt very safe. The pillows are slightly high and stiff if you’re a difficult sleeper like me, but the mattress was comfortable.
The apartment is located near the two bridges and some of the best cafes and restaurants including Kat’s delicatessen. I walked to most places. The nearest underground is a 5-6 minute walk.
The only thing to note is that the key collection is about a 15 minute walk from the apartment so if you have heavy luggage give yourself more time to drop off the keys when you check out. Bear in mind that because J has a day job, there needs to be a system in place that allows guests to check in with minimal interference to J. Hence this is not a complaint but just something to keep in mind when you do check in and check out.
Overall I had a very comfortable and enjoyable stay and would highly recommend J’s private room to anyone visiting New York.