Great place! Spacious boutique accomodation - nice design and functionality, just like the pictures. Good value for NYC where hotels are expensive for small rooms ... this area gave us a much better deal/experience than accomodation in the overly touristy parts of the city. Fast free wifi, kitchen for self catering and lounge area to relax after exploring the city. A few delis and stores nearby although we didn't spend much time in the neighborhood. Coin operated laundry a bonus for a long stay. About 10 minutes walk to a train station (along a well lit walkway/bridge with spectacular view of Manhattan) and one stop to Grand Central. Also can catch a ferry from nearby India St for a cheap, scenic boat ride to Brooklyn Bridge and beyond. Driver service to nearby places was handy, especially for evening arrival at nearby train station and drop off to train/ferry when raining. As it's a boutique hotel, there's a front desk for check in and questions - staff were friendly and helpful. Would stay again. Recommended.