Chao is a very friendly and welcoming host, helpful, communicates promptly, and pleased to assist with advise for a trouble free arrival.
The room is bright and comfortable, great bathroom with a good shower.
Pleasant walk to the subway, about 15 to 20 minutes, with tree lined side streets, and some beautiful brown stone houses, and a lovely park just before the subway.
Staying in Brooklyn was a great choice as it provided a quiet contrast from the busy crowds of Manhattan.
The subway at Utica Avenue with a direct line to Manhattan anywhere from down town to uptown was so convenient.
Finally Frank the most friendly cat I have ever known was an absolute delight, I could have taken him home.