Sara's apartment is a great place for 1 or 2 people. However, my husband and I are giving this 3 stars because:
1. There were people smoking crack outside the front door. Sorry, but as a female, I do not feel safe under those conditions.
2. There are no window coverings in the bedroom. The room becomes too bright for sleeping. This is a major problem for someone sleeping beyond 6 AM.
Other than these concerns, this apartment is in a fantastic location in the theatre district and near Restaurant Row. The dining table was spacious enough for us to use our laptops and prepare meals. Duane Reade is just around the corner. Whole Foods is about 2 blocks away. If you cook with spices, recommend you try the "International Grocery" on 543 9th Ave. There is a convenience store across the street from the apartment.
Within the past 5 years, we have traveled to NYC 14 times. Including this trip, we have spent 5 vacations in NYC booked in AirBnB apartments. Each of the AirBnB vacations were for more than 1 week.