Ahmed is a great host, and the apartment is in a great location. He arranged to meet us and was also there to bid us farewell, and even gave us some goodies to take away. The room was comfortable, and while there is a lot of passing traffic, this is NYC, and we got used to it. Ahmed is an animal lover, so if you like dogs, you will get an additional welcome here. The bathroom and kitchen are clean and well equipped, but be advised that as the bedroom has its own entrance, you will have to cross the hallway to access the rest of the apartment. It's no big deal, because the place is quite. The neighbourhood is safe, and though it's downtown, it is mainly residential. There is a handy convenience store at t corner of 59th street and 2nd avenue, with some nice fresh fruit. The UN building is less than a ten minute stroll away, and the tour there is really interesting.
The guestroom has a comfortable double bed. Space is tight in the room itself, but the living area is spacious. The head of the bed is at the window, which you will want to close at night, so you will have to reach across the air conditioning unit. Be careful of the grime build-up from the passing traffic. There are hooks on the wall and door to hand up clothes. There is also a mini fridge. The WiFi connection is excellent.
Ahmed knows how to be a host. He is there when you want him, and he gives you your own space too.