Couldn't Be Closer To Columbia Uni

New York , United States

2 guests 1 bedroom 0.0 baths

Nomadomia Rating: 3.52 stars

  • This apartment is ideal for students or visitors to Columbia University, given its proximity to the campus and public transportation.
  • The hosts are excellent and welcoming, but may not always be willing to provide access to the kitchen.
  • The apartment is a good value for the price, but may not be suitable for guests who require a lot of space or a private bathroom.
  • Guests should be aware of the potential for noise and limited kitchen access before booking.
  • The apartment's cleanliness may have declined over time, so guests should be sure to communicate with the hosts about their expectations.

Good points:

  • Excellent hosts: Rahul and Susham are consistently praised for their hospitality, kindness, and welcoming nature.
  • Great location: The apartment is ideally located near Columbia University, with easy access to public transportation, shops, and restaurants.
  • Comfortable rooms: Many guests have praised the comfort and cleanliness of the rooms, with some noting the availability of amenities like air conditioning, refrigerators, and TVs.
  • Safe neighborhood: The area is considered safe, with many guests feeling comfortable walking around at night.
  • Good value: Many guests have noted that the apartment is a good value for the price, especially considering the location and amenities.

Bad points:

  • Small rooms: Some guests have noted that the rooms are small, especially for two people.
  • Shared bathroom: Some guests have mentioned that the shared bathroom can be a drawback, especially if there are multiple guests.
  • Noise: A few guests have noted that the apartment can be noisy, especially due to the proximity to the entrance door and the daycare center below.
  • Uncomfortable beds: Some guests have mentioned that the beds are not comfortable, with one guest noting that the bed is a flattened sofa bed with a thin mattress.
  • Limited kitchen access: Some guests have noted that the kitchen is not available for cooking, and that the hosts may not always be willing to provide access to the kitchen.

Time trend:

  • Consistency: The hosts' excellent hospitality and the apartment's great location have been consistently praised across reviews from 2011 to 2022.
  • Decline in cleanliness: Some guests in 2018 and 2019 have noted that the apartment was not as clean as they had expected, which may indicate a decline in cleanliness over time.
  • Increased noise: Some guests in 2018 and 2019 have noted that the apartment was noisier than they had expected, which may indicate an increase in noise over time.

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Couldn't Be Closer To Columbia Uni