I found Haffro to be very personable and accommodating. His place is very relaxed and suited to younger travellers looking for laid back, well priced accommodation in Manhattan. I spent time in various parts of NYC and I found the lower east to be the most appealing hub- and his place is smack back in the middle of it! It’s nestled in between vibrant, quirky bars, colourful, cosmopolitan cafes and a crowd of people who are interesting and distant from the business/chic NY vibe you find in midtown/upper west and east.