All the reviews so far don’t do justice to how nice Ben is and how much effort he puts into ensuring his guests enjoy their stay here. I was trying to find a place to crash in at night when I came back from work and Ben’s place provided a quiet haven for me to rest my head (while located right next to the overhead train track it was surprisingly fairly quiet!) He even provides earbuds for light sleepers to block out the noise! Location wise, the place is minutes away from the Marcy Av station!
The room is small (as is expected for places near NYC) but is cozy and the value is definitely there. It is clean and sanitary prior to your arrival, with nice snacks and drinks stocked in the mini fridge - a thoughtful welcome gift from Ben. The bath, while shared, is clean all the time. I had no problem with the cleanliness of the shared spaces which are all labeled directing you to utensils and cooking materials that you can use.
Ben’s hospitality is unmatched so far during my time using AirBnb. He regularly checks in on you to make sure you have everything you need. The presence of an on-site laundry and dryer might be an attraction to most people. However, I took Ben’s advice of dropping off my laundry to a nearby laundromat (a few minutes walk away) and had it washed, dried and folded for me at no cost.
If you want a place with great value, in a great location, and an even greater host, I cannot recommend Ben’s place enough for your stay. I will definitely be back when I find myself in the city again.