Our host made us feel very welcome, allowing us to drop off our bags early the first day--a huge help to anyone from out of town. We had everything we needed, and the location was near a stop for the 6-line. We enjoyed staying away from Times Square in a neighborhood where people actually live. It was quiet at night--a great place to relax and recover after a long day of hitting the sites. The neighborhood has a lot of hidden gems (great bakeries and restaurants) for anyone willing to look. They're all close by. Some of these places are mentioned in the notebook kept on the living room coffee table, a sort of journal for those who have stayed in the apartment. All of the entries were like ours: great experiences, great memories, etc. The apartment is true to pictures posted on the site--even more spacious (we were surprised at how large the place was). We would not hesitate to stay here the next time we visit the city. This apartment will be the first place we check when we plan future trips.