Santiago's place was great! It was indeed a small room, and in NY that means small. But, the family definitely has style evident in their space, nice touches throughout, a lot of privacy while I was there (felt I had the place to myself--the family was out of town at the time. I didn't meet Santiago, but met a few very kind extended family members.)Everything was thoughtfully laid out, comfy bed, clean towels, nice sheets, comfy pillow. Clean towels in the drawers. Google maps helped me orient myself and take public transport (bus needed to get to the really convenient subway line, but it's right around the corner.) Local stores had everything I needed, right there within two blocks. Stayed one week, and enjoyed my stay very much. Everything was clean. In NY, the construction tends to be older than in other states where things are gut reno'd. So, yes there's some wear on bathroom tiles, but it is washed, I'm sure. As a native NY'er, I knew this and wasn't bothered at all. Good lock on the window facing the outside. Overall, I felt right at home, and was happy. Thank you, to Santiago and family!