Crysdian was very hospitable throughout our 5-day stay. My boyfriend and I were immediately greeted by Crysdian with an offer to help us with our luggage up the stairs. What I really liked about our host was that he was not so private about his space. He allowed us to use the kitchen and the living room and to play with his adorable dog. I never felt like I had to tip-toe around his house. He never lets you feel shy to ask him for anything, whether it's for travel advice, make-up remover, or extra toilet paper. He was so welcoming that he even asked if we wanted to join him and his friend for a glass of wine.

The space is cozy, clean, and well-decorated. This was my first time in NY, so I was expecting a smaller room, but the space was just right for two people. I was also expecting to be cold during the winter nights, but it was quite warm in our room. He offers lots of amenities- no need to bring a hairdryer, basic toiletries, bathrobe, or towels.

The surrounding area is full of culture. Latino food is yummy and plentiful. There were lots of grocery/convenience stores nearby, in case you need water or a midnight snack. But the best part of the location is it's proximity to the A train (literally ~10 steps away), which takes you to all the tourist-y areas. It's about 30 min. to Times Square and even less to go to Central Park and the museums. And because you're the last stop of the A train, you'll always get a seat on the subway and it'll be hard for you to get lost.

Overall, I enjoyed my stay here. I would definitely pick this place again if I have the opportunity to come back to NYC.