Silva, the host, is super sweet and accommodating! She made me feel welcome in NY from the start. The room was also very clean and more spacious than we had expected. You get your own apartment door so it essentially feels like your own apartment — with a full bathroom and major kitchen essentials. Since it’s nestled in a college area (Columbia University), we felt safe returning home even late into the night. Overall we loved our stay at Silva’s place, and the safety, spaciousness, and cleanliness made it the perfect hub for exploring NY.