This was my first Airbnb experience and it was GREAT! Leo was out of town but he answered really fast all txt and e-mails, gave us clear explanations, was helpful and cared if everything was OK. He replied my first inquiry in 30 minutes (other people took 8 days to reply!). The apartment was clean, cozy, with this funky decoration we loved, and it was very quiet (no noise from street or neighbors). It’s exactly as in the pictures but a little bit bigger. Clean sheets and tons of towels, comfy bed, super-comfy couch. Very conveniently located, close to 2 subway stations. Safe neighborhood.
Astoria is a great area, very lively and authentic (not a touristic spot), a real ethnic melting pot!. People seem to know each other on the streets and stores, like in old time neighborhoods. My recommendation is go towards north 30th Ave instead of Steinway St. 30th Ave has more cafes, restaurants, bakeries, fruit and vegetable stores, flower stores, etc. I think Astoria has a lot of things to explore. Great place to sense how other real newyorkers (not just manhattanites) live everyday life. Though it’s close to Manhattan, it’s a peace oasis compared with the craziness and fast speed of Manhattan. Good place to chill out!
Overall a great experience! I highly recommend Leo, his apartment and Astoria. I will definitely repeat!