Joe’s place is great! Yes, it’s a walk up but it has a great roof deck for the spring and summer.
Joe’s place was full of thoughtful touches - a tea and coffee bar, fresh spring water hot and cold, and breakfast bars and snacks. He provided ear plugs and eye masks to counteract the normal east village noises and lights. And when the temperature swings 40 degrees in my trip - the window fan/ac was available as well as a nice blanket.
Overall, I recommend Joe’s place highly!