I really liked Lei's place. It is located in a pretty safe neighborhood and you have a metro station around the corner. The room is cozy with AC which was a lifesaver with the current summer weather. The bed was really comfortable and even though I shared the place with other guests I never saw them in the house which gave me the sense that I was staying there alone. I could hear the train passing but after a couple of nights I got used to it fast and it didn't disturb my sleep for most of my trip so I could rest easily, maybe having the window closed all the time helps! I strongly recommend Lei's house when visiting NYC!!