If you want to enjoy NY for long stay, Idelsa's apartment is one of the best option to stay.
It is not for executive, but for us(Japanese usually family with 4age child.), so confortable, and there are everything what we need.
Around apartment, it seems not so safety, but neighbors are so kind and have helpful mind. Finally, we feel no danger during one week stay with take care.
If you expect sweet hotel, I don't recommend, but if you want to enjoy usually life, we recommend you to stay)