It is a good place to stay. It was my first time using airbnb and I was quite nervous, but I am happy I chose this place. The room is not big but clean and quiet. I never met Alyona, but she was very responsive to my questions. I met her roommate and she was kind. The thing I was most happy about was the location. Upper east side area was so nice and lively, I loved the neighborhood. Its so nice!! Also, it is easy to go other places using the subway. I hope the price was a little lower, because its not so different with the price of three star hotels(maybe 10-20 dollars more per night) in safe area. Overall, I was satisfied.