This apartment was everything we wanted and more. We stayed here for 15 nights and did not want a gray-and-beige corporate apartment. Highlights: within 2 minute walk of 2 major subways (yes the subways are working just fine!); we found 4 basement jazz clubs within a 10 min walk, including the famous Village Vanguard, and had some great musical experiences. Getting to Broadway/Times Square was a snap - subway 20 minutes including walking time. Restaurants in the neighborhood are incredible, including 2 of my favorites in NYC. Wonderful wash-and-fold service 2 min walk away. So many times we researched something only to say "hey, that's just a short walk from here!" We walked to Chinatown, to the High Line, to the beautiful Hudson River Park and the new Little Island Park. We had a friend visit for one weekend and that also worked great. Yes the apartment is small, but that's NYC. We had windows open all day and night - perfect weather, and the kitchen is actually a completely separate room which made a wonderful little breakfast nook and place to catch up on work while looking out into the courtyard. As others have mentioned - you're in the middle of everything but the apt is very quiet. We took a few nights off from events to snuggle on the fold out couch and watch favorites on TV. Perfect! Another plus: Two empty closets! shelves! lots of good hangers! Many AirBnB don't have closets that are available to use - putting your stuff away and your suitcases away makes everything feel more spacious. Last - Tamara and Andrei were fantastic hosts, they made everything very easy, had great suggestions, always a quick reply. We'd love to stay longer at this location in the future! And anyone concerned about traveling - NYC requires proof of vax, AND mask-wearing, to get in anywhere, and folks were about 99% compliant on trains, cabs, and 100% compliant in venues. Felt very safe the whole trip. Lastly - NYC! the City is so happy to be back in the swing of things, and everyone was so so gracious and welcoming everywhere we went. Enjoy your trip!