Rory's place is very well located in the East Village. A few blocks from there you have bars, vynil records stores, delis and art galleries. If you travel with big bags, probably this is not the most convenient apartment, because is in the third floor with no elevator and a very narrow staircase. The apartment is ok to stay one or two nights, but needs some improvement in the "kitchen" area. We felt safe in the neighborhood. Rory answered our messages very fast.