You certainly get what you pay for when it comes to staying at Amy and Jimmy's house. It certainly is a budget listing. My partner and I were aware that this would be more of a 'no frills' place to stay.
Pros:
- on site parking: there is a parking pad available for three cars. Be warned, the pad is a first come first serve basis. If you check in late and there is no space, you'll need to find street parking which may be an issue on weekends.
- proximity to transit: very close to a bus station (less than 2 minute walk) which takes you directly to Flushing / Main Street station. From there you can take the subway to manhattan (depending if you are on the express train or not it could take between 25-40 minutes one way)
- neither Jimmy or Amy were on site but they had their parents manage the property. He was very kind, patient and accommodating and told us the best ways to get around.
Cons:
- very basic/no frills bedroom. Amy and Jimmy provided a bed, bed sheets, A/C, and slippers. There was a private, separate washroom but it was not an ensuite. No towels were provided or any soap. Given the price, we aren't complaining but it's something to be aware of.
- it's very close to laguardia airport so every few minutes you'll hear a plane passing through.
- very loud room A/C. This combined with the noise from the airplanes, could be an issue for guests who sleep very lightly.
Overall, my partner and I just needed a place to sleep during the night before heading off to chinatown or to manhattan to do sight seeing. Once we bought our towels and soap, we had no qualms against the property given the price we paid. If we were looking to stay at a similar budget place, we would definitely consider this place again