Aleksej's place is fantastic. It's very close to lots of subways lines, and it's big enough for two couples (there are two independent rooms, each one with its air conditioning). Negative points: there is a very tight stair, but it only bothered me when I arrived and left the place with the (big) luggage. And there is nothing to protect the entrance of the sunlight during the morning; it forced me to get up early, which was not bad for a person who is sightseeing. Anyway, I would return if I go to NY again.