I don't want to rave so much that Marta's availability is impacted, because it would be a tragedy if I couldn't stay there again. It's perfect, more or less: safe and quiet (on the back of the building) but in a convenient (express subway on the corner, Whole Foods down the street) and happening neighborhood. Marta is a clean, responsive and friendly host. As a "foodie", may I highly recommend the welcoming Ayurvedic Cafe on Amsterdam between 94th and 95th for a delicious and inexpensive lunch or dinner (plus you'll feel far from the madding crowd) and Columbus Natural Food on Columbus between 95th and 96th, a wonderful and unique gourmet food shop / juice bar / organic deli run by the charming and sincere Anne from France and her devoted, hard working Indian husband - top notch, 3 Michelin stars!