This was my first time in Harlem. Joe allowed us to check-in early which was nice since we just got off the subway from the airport and needed to drop out heavy bags off. As soon I arrived, I was greeted by 2 people. One which asked me what room I’m staying in and put my door pin in. At first I was under the impression that this might be Joe’s friend but I was left feeling unwary knowing wether a stranger knows the pin to my room or not. Regardless, not Joe’s fault or anything. The apartment was smaller than I had expected but still enough room for our things. Another couple was staying in the room next to ours and we could hear them talking on the phone. The privacy wasn’t as good as I thought. We shared a washroom with all 3 rooms(which I thought we’d only have to share with one other couple cause I didn’t read the listing throughly) and the door was adjacent to their bedroom. The bed was very creaky and squishy. We found stains on all the bedding in which Joe had gotten us new sheets the next day. I didn’t feel the most clean knowing that, the blanket also isn’t a duvet but a fluffy blanket. Don’t forget to buy our own body wash and shampoo. There was a lot of random things laid around in the washroom and he living room. I would recommend to bring slippers to wear in the house. The front door was very difficult to get open but once you figure it out it’s satisfying. For the price, the place is good and 5mins from the subway but I probably wouldn’t stay there again. Joe was very responsive although I messaged him late in the evening and nice! Thanks for your hospitality:)