Where we stayed was not the place shown in the pictures. I was very disappointed in the state of the place - it was quite dirty. The doors were all sticky with dirt, the carpets were trashed, and the bathroom smelled like a college dorm bathroom.

That said, for $50/night, it's not a terrible value. The A/C worked great, which is important for NYC in the summer, and our sheets and towels were fresh and clean. The person who greeted us was very nice and made sure we had enough clean towels, two sets of keys, etc.

Although in a relatively sketchy neighborhood, the place felt very secure. If you decide to stay here, make sure you don't get lost - we almost got robbed after we took a wrong turn from the Subway station a few blocks from the place.

If you're doing NYC on a budget, this is a suitable option.