Location, location, location...mixed with great hosts and a great place. When can we move in? Seriously, we had such a great stay with Ana Maria and I suspect we'll be back again. The location can't be beat, so close to the park, great museums, funky shops and eateries, and playgrounds (if that is important to you). My 8 year old daughter and I stayed 4 nights at Ana Maria's and easily explored the city from here, all the way down to Battery Park. Very close to bus and subway lines that will get you anywhere you need to go beyond the Upper West Side. The studio had all we needed (including coffee grinds in the fridge, thanks Ana Maria!) and is very comfortable for 2 people. We highly recommend Ana Maria's Upper West Side studio.