The location, lower east, is great for nearby to restaurants, cafees and small shops (you can reach so much in less than 10-20 min walk). Area rough but safe. Hotel easily found and check in was easy but can say the receptionist walked the extra mile or were friendly but I got checked in in a room just by the lift even if I had asked for one far from. Room is small but well equipped with bed, two chairs, table (can be used for desk) and a very nice bathroom. Great amenities at the bathroom (conditioner, bodylotion and toothpaste inclusive). The sound of the heating was the most disturbinng, so loud...and bed not the most comfortable but fair. In all, over average but not brilliant. Will try another hotel next time in NYC and not return.