We were first-time Airbnb-ers, and everything went very smoothly in Michel’s Sky Loft. It had all the comforts of home...and then some! A fully outfitted kitchen with wine cooler, TVs in the living room and both bedrooms, fast wi-fi, comfortable seating and beds, two full bathrooms, a terrace, elevator, washer and dryer, doorman building, and immediate response to any questions or concerns.
The location was fantastic: a drugstore and coffee shop directly across the street, Whole Foods within walking distance, public transportation (bus and subway) a short walk away, and restaurants galore. I was surprised how quiet it was at night considering how close we were to all the action. I took earplugs in anticipation and never used them.
We packed a lot into the five days we were there: three art museums, Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, Central Park, the High Line, a walk across the Brooklyn Bridge, drinks at a roof-top bar in “DUMBO,” and Grand Central Terminal. I’m sure I’m leaving something out. We want to go back after MoMA reopens.
I would recommend the apps “SpotHero” to reserve parking if you’re driving into the city and “Citymapper Transit Navigation” to easily use public transportation.