I was in NYC visiting on my birthday weekend, and I'm glad my gal pal and I decided to stay at Jason's place! We got in late for check-in, but Jason was super understanding and so sweet about the situation--especially since getting around New York isn't the easiest thing to do. He also would check in on us occasionally to see how we were doing, and was very approachable, but wasn't overbearing--we only saw him once during our entire stay--and that was for the tour. It's a great approach for people who err on the independent side, but still want the opportunity to ask questions.

The place is adorably decorated and so cozy, and just made us feel right at home. Because we arrived late in the evening, we immediately settled in. The space is a whole apartment, complete with a kitchen, bathroom, living room, and bedroom area which is basically a steal compared to some of the other AirBnBs we considered. It was like we were true New Yorkers, and not just tourists staying in a tiny hotel room. There was bottled water and suggestions for activities sitting on the coffee table when we arrived, which I also appreciated--it was very thoughtful. There is also free wi-fi for guests, and cable TV, so if you have time during your stay to relax, you still have the comforts you would at home. I would highly recommend staying at this AirBnB to other travelers coming through New York, you just can't beat the perks.