Everything about my stay in Ala's apartment was a lovely experience. Her apartment has tons of charm and character, as does the building itself and the neighborhood it is located within. I felt so comfortable and at home in the space that it was difficult to make myself leave the apartment to explore the borough. The apartment is very warm and cozy, and both the bed and the couch are very comfortable. The location of the apartment is very convenient to the subway, and also centrally located within easy walking distance of many excellent neighborhoods. The most enjoyable part of my trip though was spending time in this beautiful apartment, reading a few of the many wonderful books in Ala's collection, and listening to her amazing record collection. She was a very pleasant and inviting host, and was there to meet me when I arrived at the apartment. She was kind enough to allow me a late checkout, and left behind plenty of soft towels and yummy espresso. I would highly recommend this space, and feel very thankful that I was able to spend my Thanksgiving holiday here.