I chose the studio because of the location. Having lived in NYC for two years, I knew I wanted to stay on the Upper West Side. It's just a wonderful part of Manhattan. Even without taking anything else into account, the location is perfect. It's a couple of blocks from various Subway lines, including express lines; bus stops, restaurants, grocery stores, and not to mention Central Park! So, for example, if you want to go to Times Square, you can walk two and a half blocks from the studio and take the express Subway line and be in Times Square in literally two stops. This is a great neighborhood to experience life "as a New Yorker," if that makes sense. You have access to everything, but are not staying in a tourist trap. Every morning I walked a couple of blocks to an Italian coffee shop to have a chocolate croissant and a cappuccino, and passed by locals walking their dogs and commuters going to work. Just a great neighborhood vibe.
In terms of the studio itself, you can't ask for a better Air BnB. The host (Marty) is professional and well organized, and he takes his role as host very seriously. He really cares about your comfort and is easy to reach. That said, he also expects you to follow very reasonable rules he has set out. When you go into the studio and you understand the neighborhood dynamic, it becomes evident why those rules are in place. I would say that if you're looking for a place to party and make noise at all hours, this studio (or this neighborhood) may not be a good fit.
By NYC standards, you have plenty of space and you have a private patio, which is unheard of! The studio also has a remodeled sink and shower with fancy jets. The bedding is very comfortable, and there are enough places to sit, as well as surfaces to set things down. Again, this is by NYC standards. (New York is a place where physical space is always in short supply.)
Highly recommended!