Nicole is a great host. She was happy to provide me with advice and information before my visit and provides books and brochures about NY in the room. She made an effort to accommodate my arrival and departure times, which was helpful. The room is smallish, but quite comfortable and you have free access to her wifi and shared use of the bathroom and kitchen. The place is very well located-close to Columbus Circle shopping and subway station, so its easy to get around NY from here. Area is safe to walk around and there are plenty of eateries close by,. Nicole loves her dog, so you do need to like dogs.