We are a large family and have traveled to NYC several times. We usually cram into the most affordable hotel suite we can find, but really enjoyed this apartment for a couple of reasons. First, the neighborhood is a little less touristy than a lot of the places we have stayed, and it is in a great location close to the park and very close to the subway. Second, it's nice to have a little more space and a kitchen in the city. We would definitely stay here again.