Staying with Maddie & at her apartment has been the best part of my summer in NYC.
This apartment is perfectly located in an awesome neighborhood (nestled right between Chelsea & Hudson Yards) and is very accessible to other great parts of the city via walking, CityBike (right outside of the front door), and Penn Station/Moynihan Train Hall (which is extremely clean and is a major hub that all of the major trains connect at - Moynihan Hall is a spectacle all in itself).
Besides location, Maddie has worked hard to create a home-away-from-home for her guests. The layout is efficient, functional, and inviting (I had many a movie night both with Maddie and friends that I made while in the city). Another perk: the kitchen is HUGE by NYC standards (literally such a luxury) and Maddie has a fully stocked coffee bar (I enjoyed many a morning sitting at the kitchen table, chatting over a cup of coffee with her). I would describe the bedroom as efficient - complete with lots of storage, an adjustable desk (perfect for working from your room, if that's your vibe) and a window to let in lots of natural light (and not too much noise)!
All this being said, the crown-jewel of this apartment is Maddie (the host) herself. Maddie is warm, welcoming, and perfectly accommodating to her guests. If you just need a place to sleep in the evenings, this place will absolutely provide that comfort. However, Maddie is also open to supporting and getting to know her guests on a personal/friendship level. I came to NYC knowing absolutely nobody, and after a month, Maddie has managed to make her apartment/the city overall feel like such a home through her friendship!