The main thing a hotel sells is sleep - and I slept extremely well (and long) in the comfortable double bed at a fraction of a hotel price.
The bathroom was a delight for the weary traveller - an old fashioned claw foot bath/shower to wallow in, complemented by ultra modern washbasins and toilet.
Getting to and from Manhattan is no problem using the G and C lines. 50th Street being reached in around 40 minutes.
JFK is just over one hour away.
The neighbourhood is perfectly safe and I had no qualms about travelling late at night.
Although Xavier does not offer breakfast, if you give him half a chance he will regale you with endless cups of tea or coffee accompanied by entertaining and informative conversation.
So, if you are looking for quiet, comfortable, clean accommodation at a reasonable price, then take a look at this.