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Reviews

• Reviewer: La Mongerie

  Comments: Ala was wonderful. Apartment in great location. She was extremely patient and a great communicator. Would definitely stay where again

• Reviewer: Katie

  Comments: Absolutely loved staying in this awesome Brooklyn apartment!! Great Bedstuy neighborhood and the place was super cute and comfy :) not a single complaint, Ala was very sweet and helpful as well.

• Reviewer: Claire

  Comments: very nice stay for one week§i can fully recommend this appartment for your stay in (Website hidden by Airbnb) at home ,no problem and a very good place . Assia was really cool ,helpfull ,very friendly ..

• Reviewer: Mariel And Jason

  Comments: Ala was a fantastic communicator and host. It was all great! Her apartment was so nice, big and bright. We lacked for nothing.

• Reviewer: Samira

  Comments: Ala was a great host and communicator. The apartment was realy very nice and clean. It was a fantastic atmosphere in the apartment. Ala gave us a list with shops and coffes. We have ever Wifi. Whend we visit NY too we will book again by Ala. We recommend it very. We lacked for nothing. Thank You Ala and best greeting

• Reviewer: Pierre Alain

  Comments: Ala is communicative, the place was great and I recommend it for your stay in Brooklyn! Perfect (Website hidden by Airbnb)

• Reviewer: Sabine

  Comments: Ala's apartment is a cosy place and a perfect retreat after exhausting days of sightseeing in NY. The flat is spacious, light, clean and lovely furnished with a lot of sense for details; right as you can see it in the pictures. It is located between 2 metro routes with easy access to other parts of Brooklyn, Williamsburg and Manhattan. Ala was a great host, very helpful and accomodating. She provided us with a lot of information and made our first airbnb experience a very good one! Thanks for all, Ala!

• Reviewer: Ilan

  Comments: Ala's place was just perfect. It is clean, decorated in awesome fashion and quite comfortable. I really liked the location too - tons to eat and drink nearby but the subway lines are quite close too. Ala was super welcoming, really quick with communication and helped with any questions while I was there. I would definitely stay here again.

• Reviewer: Angela

  Comments: Apartment looked just like the photos, and Ala gave great restaurant recommendations.

• Reviewer: Didi

  Comments: Ala is an amazing host with a beautiful smile. The appartment is very clean and comfortable. The C line is a 5 min walk ( to get to Manhattan) and the G line is a few blocks ( to get to Williamsburg). I will come back again for suuuuure!!

• Reviewer: Thomas

  Comments: The apartment was perfect, charming and very convenient. Aissa was very helpful and flexible in being in touch and giving me the keys. I really like the neighborhood and I'd recommend this place to my friends!

• Reviewer: Miguel And Jennifer

  Comments: Assia was a perfect host, and her Brooklyn apartment could not have been in a better location. It was quaint and had all the necessities to make you feel right at home. She responded immediately to our questions via text, and provided us with suggestions when asked. We arrived fairly late from JFK, and she was patient and more than happy to wait for us to arrive. Upon meeting her, she provided us with a list of bars, restaurants, and coffee shops. The neighborhood was safe, and we had no problem walking the neighborhood even at two in the morning. Above all, she was unbelievably accommodating. She let us check-out late so we didn't have to carry our bags around with us during our last day in town. We cannot thank her enough, and we would without a doubt stay with her again in the future.

• Reviewer: Pam

  Comments: Everything was great. Easy to communicate with Ala, quick response time, generous with her place, the apartment was big and comfortable, altogether a lucky find for us since it was less than 5 minutes walk from our daughter's apartment in Brooklyn which was the most important thing for us.

• Reviewer: Safi

  Comments: Felt like home away from home! Great place.

• Reviewer: Nadine

  Comments: Ala's apartment is very large, spacious, clean and inviting, with an extremely comfortable bed. Two subway stations are near and the neighbourhood's great. The kitchen is useful, and the wifi strong / worked with no problem. Happy Holidays, Ala-

• Reviewer: Joshua

  Comments: Awesome host! Ala made everything comfortable. Her apartment is very nice and comfortable. Great area in Brooklyn. I'd definitely recommend her place.

• Reviewer: Eden

  Comments: Ala was very attentive and helpful.

• Reviewer: Thomas Et Sébastien

  Comments: We spent a very good stay in this apartment ! Very spacious, well located : 30 minutes from Manhattan. And Ala is very nice !

• Reviewer: Karen

  Comments: She was very sweet and even made a list of restaurants, bars and subway stops in the area. The neighborhood was nice and quiet and the apartment was a good size for the two of us. She was very flexible when it came to picking up and dropping off the keys. Overall a great hostess!

• Reviewer: Pamela

  Comments: I had an employee coming from out of town to work for a couple weeks and Ala was very helpful and responsive!

• Reviewer: Robbie

  Comments: Ala's apartment was very clean and a nice place to stay for a long weekend. She was a good communicator and met us to give us the keys and a quick overview of the (Website hidden by Airbnb) neighborhood was unique, like every Brooklyn neighborhood. Her list of "go to" places was helpful and we enjoyed walking around the area and seeing all the historic brownstones and old commercial buildings.

• Reviewer: Brittany

  Comments: Ala was a great host! She was there to greet us and give us the key and show us around her apartment. Her apartment was perfect - close to C train that took us right into Manhattan and it was comfortable, quiet, and a home away from home. She left us with some local recommendations which were all wonderful. We had a great time and I'd definitely recommend staying here. :)

• Reviewer: Mick

  Comments: Ala is very friendly and outgoing. She was willing to let me check-in early which helped with my schedule. Ala gave me a quick tour of the apartment and showed me how things worked. She also provided a list of nearby cafes, restaurants, bars, etc. and I did visit a few of them. The apartment was as described. Charming and nicely decorated with good books, photos, old cameras, a table in the kitchen for morning coffee, even a record player and albums. The large bed was very comfortable and I slept well - which doesn't always happen when I travel. Most of my time was spent away visiting family. I enjoyed having my own space to come back to at night. This is a quiet building, with a handy old-style elevator, in a safe neighborhood. I had a great time staying at Ala's and look forward to staying there again when I return to NYC.

• Reviewer: Riikka

  Comments: My experience with Ala was the best there can be! She swiftly responded all my questions and communication was clear, she was flexible with checking in and made us feel very welcome :) The flat was beautifully decorated and clean and extra spacious, the vinyl player was a definite plus. Would stay again. Thank you for the lovely stay and exciting experiences on your future travels.

• Reviewer: Charles

  Comments: Byfar the best apartment I've ever stayed in. So comfortable. After the first day I forgot that it wasn't my actual house. If you're a hipster, this is your spot. And I mean that in a good way. This is a hipsters dream!

• Reviewer: Maria

  Comments: I booked this apartment for my Mom when she was visiting. She loved staying at Ala's... The apartment is very clean and cozy, exactly like in the pictures. Nice neighbourhood. Ala was responding to everything very quickly. I'm glad I found this place, will book it again and I highly recommend it.

• Reviewer: Gillian

  Comments: Lovely clean apartment with comfortable bed in safe neighbourhood.There are good transport links nearby making it perfect for exploring Manhattan and Brooklyn. Ala always responded quickly to any queries, and her recommendations list was invaluable - there are lots of good food places in the area. A great place to stay!

• Reviewer: Safi

  Comments: Best place to stay in Brooklyn!

• Reviewer: Laurie

  Comments: Ala was a lovely host. She was quick to respond to all inquiries and very easy to work with. She shared tips of places we might like to go and checked on how we were doing. The apartment was nicely decorated, tidy and comfortable, located in a safe residential area, and convenient to the subway. Despite the weather being hot, the air conditioner kept the bedroom cool. We enjoyed staying there.

• Reviewer: Aine

  Comments: I think I made the best choice staying at Ala's place. The area was very nice. I sometimes went out for breakfast to nearby cafes. The decorations and furnitures at her place are cute too. She was so welcoming when I arrived even though there were subway delays and made sure I'm doing ok during my stay. Going back to JFK by subway was easy too! Thank you thank you so much, Ala:)

• Reviewer: Ingrid

  Comments: Logement agréable dans un quartier moins connu de Brooklyn. Le métro est tout prés et la ligne C va directement à Manhattan. Ala nous a fait faire le tour de l'appartement à notre arrivée, ce fut très rapide. Avec la vague caniculaire, on a apprécié la clim dans la chambre. A la moindre question, avant ou pendant le séjour, Ala répond toujours très rapidement, elle est vraiment disponible pour nous. La salle de bain aurait mérité un nettoyage un peu plus poussé. Pour le reste, que du positif !

• Reviewer: Kathleen

  Comments: Listing description accurate and great neighborhood....perfect location!

• Reviewer: Alen

  Comments: Ein tolles Appartment, sauber und mit ausreichend Platz! Ala hat mich herzlich willkommen geheißen und mir viele Infos mit an die Hand gegeben. Check-In und Check-Out völlig problemlos. Auch die Kommunikation im Voraus war immer schnell und alle Fragen wurden beantwortet. Bei meiner Ankunft war ich verunsichert was das Viertel angeht, ob ich mich als allein Reisende auch Abends problemlos dort bewegen kann. Diese Sorge stellt sich als unbegründed raus, ich habe die 2 Tage sehr genossen und konnte zu jeder Zeit alles mit einem sicheren Gefühl erkunden. Eine Wohngegend deren Charme es sich zu entdecken lohnt!

• Reviewer: Nerida

  Comments: Ali was a fantastic host - so responsive and very efficient. The apartment was perfect and we would absolutely stay there again. Thanks so much!

• Reviewer: Sarah

  Comments: This is a truly great appartment! - very lovely furnished and decorated, comfortable in size, kitchen well equipped, nice and safe neighborhood. Two subway stations near by that will take you everywhere. Ala was very welcoming and gave us a lot of good tips for Restaurants, Bars and Markets in the "Clinton Hill" neighborhood. Sorry again for the four-hour-delay on our flight! We so much appreciated that you were so patient and kind! We would definitely book the appartment again and we highly recommend it!

• Reviewer: Anna

  Comments: Nous avons passé un excellent séjour dans l'appartement d'Ala. Il est situé dans un quartier résidentiel de Brooklyn, très proche du métro (ligne C), très pratique pour aller à Manhattan. L'appartement est très agréable, meublé avec goût et très typique. Ala avait tout préparé pour que notre séjour se déroule sans encombre. Bref, je recommande sans hésitation.

• Reviewer: William

  Comments: Ala was very nice and welcoming. The place was as described. Hot water was a little iffy, otherwise the apartment was bright, clean, spacious and cool character. The neighborhood was great. We found a cafe, pizzeria, and bar all within a couple of blocks that we loved.

• Reviewer: Aggy

  Comments: Nice, cozy old apartment with lots of natural light and warm hardwood floors. Comfortable bed (and couch!), a great selection of really good books, old records and a turntable, and middle eastern touches throughout make this wonderfully eclectic apartment a great place to stay. It's in a safe building in an equally safe neighborhood, with an easy walk to the subway in almost any direction. Ala was especially kind and flexible with our check-in time when our original plans changed. We will definitely rent this apartment again if we ever again spend extended time in Brooklyn. This was a win-win.

• Reviewer: Katrina

  Comments: We stayed for a week in Ala's apartment and it was wonderful. The apartment is very homely and has everything you need. It really is beautiful. The neighbourhood was lovely, we very close to the metro, which is only a few stops to other great neighbourhoods as well as only around 25 minutes to Manhattan. Clinton Hill has lots of great bars and restaurants near the apartment and Ala left us a list of recommendations on our arrival. Getting the key from Ala when we arrived was very straight forward and she was very helpful and got straight back to me with any questions I had throughout the stay. I thoroughly recommend this apartment. We will definitely be back asap.

• Reviewer: Benjamin

  Comments: Lovely apartment, very spacious and convenient for Manhattan and close to an excellent donut shop. What more could you ask for! Ala was a great host and stayed up quite late to meet us from our flight.

• Reviewer: Stephanie

  Comments: I can't recommend this place highly enough. Ala's beautiful apartment was the perfect base in Brooklyn and Ala was a fabulous host, responding quickly to queries and questions we had during our stay. The apartment itself is incredible, full of charm and personality - so much better than a hotel as it makes you feel like you're living the New York life. My only regret is that we couldn't stay longer and just spend some time relaxing in this beautiful space. Thanks so much!

• Reviewer: John

  Comments: My girlfriend and I stayed at Ala's for 1 month during the winter break and we got so attached to it that leaving it was heartbreaking. The apartment is spacious, well-furnished, and rich of character. Books are plenty. The projector and the turntable are big pluses. In the early morning and late afternoon, the sunlight floods the apartment beautifully. The fire escape sitting spot is lovely. The location is a gem. C n G lines are nearby. Laundromat is opposite. Grocery stores are nearby. Peaceful building and neighborhood. Many restaurants around, especially C'mon Everybody on Franklin which is an amazing little place for live indie music. We miss this place. J&L

• Reviewer: Taylor

  Comments: Really comfortable space and great location to both spend time in Brooklyn and ride the subway into the city! Ala provided plenty of info upon booking and made the process super easy.

• Reviewer: Vaughn

  Comments: very welcome - very friendly and helpful

• Reviewer: Tetsuo

  Comments: The room is spacious and sunny. Lots of books, records and radio make us feel like staying at home. Grocery store, laundry, cafes, restaurants, wine shops are all within a couple of blocks. It was convenient to enjoy Brooklyn and Manhattan. Ala is very friendly and always respond very quickly.

• Reviewer: Sølvi Elise

  Comments: Conveniently placed within walking distance from both the C-line to Manhattan and G-line to Williamsburg, Ala's apartment is spacious and charming. Light flows the entire apartment, and there is plenty of storage space for your luggage. The neighborhood is quiet and friendly and there are a few really interesting restaurants nearby - you should really check out Black Swan on Bedford Avenue. We would definitely stay at Ala´s place again!

• Reviewer: Rachael

  Comments: Ala was very welcoming and helpful throughout our stay. The apartment was great and situated in an ideal location in Brooklyn. We loved exploring the local area and the subway to Manhattan was really easy. We had to carry our bags around on the last day as we couldn't find anywhere nearby to store them. So my advice would be to bear this in mind when booking flights (which Ala does mention on her page but we clearly didn't pay enough notice of!). x

• Reviewer: Francesca

  Comments: This apartment is really lovely and comfortable. It gets light just about all day. Ala was very helpful at check-in. There are two nearby subway stops and a bus stop right in front of the building. We stayed a week and would certainly recommend it to anyone.

• Reviewer: L B

  Comments: We much enjoyed our stay in Ala's spacious light-filled apartment, so conveniently located for buses and subways, and our feet much appreciated an elevator ride at the end of the many miles we walked every day! We slept well in the very comfortable bed and appreciated the relative calm of Gates Avenue. We'll definitely contact Ala again on our next trip to Brooklyn. LB Ducrey

• Reviewer: Alena

  Comments: Ala was a gracious and accommodating host. Her apartment is spacious and comfortable. We enjoyed our three-week stay!

• Reviewer: Kevin

  Comments: My experience was fantastic. The apartment is a great location near to C and G trains so getting around the city was a breeze. The kitchen is fully stocked and perfect for intimate meals with friends and family. Ala was very responsive and helpful with all of my needs. I highly recccomend this apartment.

• Reviewer: Stefanie

  Comments: My boyfriend and I spend 10 amazing days at New York and at Alas apartment. It is well located between stations of the C-Train to Manhattan and the G-Train to Queens via Williamsburg. Even differente supermarkets, bars, cafés and restaurants are near by. Alas apartment itself is clean and full equipped with kitchenware, towels, two aircons and everything else you need like a flatiron. Even we didn't met Ala personal our contact was very uncomplicated. She left some useful tips for us at the kitchen table and was every time reachable.

• Reviewer: Sarah

  Comments: Ala made us feel very welcome. He gave us good information about finding his home and ensured we had arrived safely. He is very warm and friendly. We enjoyed "the Brooklyn experience" - it is a fun neighborhood, with fun restaurants with fabulous food. It is a very comfortable place to stay and we felt like we came home at the end of each day.

• Reviewer: Ana

  Comments: Ala's apartment is located in a very nice neighborhood with lots of nice spots around and very close to the metro. The place was spacious and luminous, as described. The tips and recommendations are great.

• Reviewer: Julia

  Comments: Ala is an amazing host and her flat is really lovely and well located. Even if I never had the chance to meet Ala, it was really easy to communicate with her and she fixed all the issues I could have during my stay. I definitely recommend this air bnb home :) Thank you again Ala !

• Reviewer: Hayley

  Comments: Ala was fantastic with communication from start to end, very easy to deal with and went out of her way to accommodate our needs (let us check out later even though she had other guests arriving) The apartment is cosy and roomy all whilst being in a very central location (buses and subway easily accessible) with everything one could need being a stones throw away. We were fortunate enough to explore some of the suggestions Ala left - cafes, bars, restaurants, and were very impressed. A humble abode in a quiet and safe neighbourhood. I would definitely consider staying here again should I ever be in New York again - thanks Ala!

• Reviewer: Jessica

  Comments: 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.

• Reviewer: Anastasia

  Comments: Highly recommending this spacious apartment with everything you need in a great location.

• Reviewer: Sharon

  Comments: Ala was very communicative with us about everything and responded to questions immediately. We loved the space, it was perfect for us. Loved the nespresso machine! We enjoyed using the kitchen and visiting with my son and his girlfriend in the apartment. It is very conveniently located, easy to get to the city and other parts of Brooklyn. Lots of lovely places to eat wonderful food. 60th birthday celebration was a great success! We can't wait to come back and hope we can do so soon. Thank you Ala!

• Reviewer: Inbar

  Comments: Fantastic host great Apartment, Loved staying here and will stay here again. Clean cool and perfectly located. I highly recommend Ala and her place:)

• Reviewer: Oana

  Comments: Loved my stay at Ala's apartment. Ala was incredibly responsive and very helpful. Everything was perfect!

• Reviewer: Bob

  Comments: Great space in a cool old building, Ala's communication was excellent. Really enjoyed my stay :)

• Reviewer: Annet

  Comments: Nice and cosy appartment in a friendly neighbourhood. We were feeling at home

• Reviewer: Kris

  Comments: Nice place and Ala was really helpful

• Reviewer: Chloe

  Comments: We had a fantastic stay at Ala's place and it was everything we were after. Great location, very spacious, private, homely and cool. Close to public transport, subway and bus and lovely neighbourhood. Would definitely stay here again.

• Reviewer: Toby

  Comments: Amazing host and lovely apartment! Great location near to the train station. Great communication and would highly recommend!

• Reviewer: Josh

  Comments: Ala's place is in a great location in Brooklyn, very close to the C line for transit to Manhattan and very close to some friendly neighbourhood bars and restaurants. Ala was always available for questions and made every effort to ensure I had a great stay. An amazing holiday!

• Reviewer: Rachel

  Comments: This was a very cute apartment, I was very pleased when we first arrived and the first night that we stayed there. The hot and cold water was a little sketchy and it was a little dusty but could overlook these as "quirks" or "charm" of an old apartment. On our 4th night out of 6 nights the only A/C unit, which is in the bedroom stopped working. Thankfully, there was a fan, but that was not enough to keep an apartment even slightly cool in July, basically just blew the warm air around. When I communicated this issue to the host that morning, she quickly responded, but we were questioned about how we were using it when we hadn't even touched it and told it "just needed a break" (even though that's not how air conditioning works...) we gave it a chance and kept it off during that day and it of course didn't work and when I told the host it didn't work she responded that she would have someone look at it after our stay. Therefore, we had two more nights of a very hot apartment and uncomfortable sleeping. Location was also a little far from a lot of the attractions of NYC, it is close to the subway but was quite a few stops from a lot of places. Overall, ok but wouldn't stay there again.

• Reviewer: Ana

  Comments: Our stay at Ala's apartment has been fantastic. Her place is very spacious and Brooklyn style. It was very nice having breakfast every morning in such a New Yorker corner in the kitchen close to the window. The apartment is very well located in a nice neighborhood and very well connected. Ala is a great host, very kind and responsive, she was very helpful not only about her apartment but also providing advise and information about the city. We definitley recommend her place.

• Reviewer: Heetaek

  Comments: Room was so clean and Sunshine cames in nicely. easy-access to c-train and g-train subway station. Ala gave us lots of information about nice places around.

• Reviewer: Chris

  Comments: Absolutely lovely, with amazing decor. Apartment set in a Brooklyn neighbourhood. Very accessible to public transport and some nice cafes/restaurants around the area. Very good value and good location for a break in New York.

• Reviewer: Torsten

  Comments: Ala's place is pretty fantastic. A spacious 2 Room appartment close to everything one needs. Metro station is about 10 min away and most stuff in Manhattan is only 20-30min away. I can highly recommand the appartment. Ala is a good Host. Very responsive and gives you a lot of support & tipps.

• Reviewer: Constance

  Comments: We enjoyed the stay at Ala’s flat. It was very easy to arrive and leave and Also very easy to communicate with Ala. The flat is located 8 minutes from the subway and the line is going to Manhattan and the airport JFK so very convenient. Thank you.

• Reviewer: Michelle

  Comments: A very, very beautiful apartment in an older style building. Ala has obviously put a lot of thought and care into decorating and furnishing her space and it really shows. It was really hot in Brooklyn while we were there, so the air conditioner definitely came in handy! Ala was really easy to communicate with and we would definitely stay here again. All in all, a lovely experience.

• Reviewer: Sally

  Comments: Very cool pad

• Reviewer: Danielle

  Comments: Ala's apartment was spacious and homely situated close to some cafes and bars, communicating with Ala and check-in was easy.

• Reviewer: Kasia

  Comments: We had a great time in this beautiful apartment. Ala was very helpful and gave us big support and a lot of tips. The appartment had everything we needed and was well connected to local transport. Thank you Ala, we will come back.

• Reviewer: Jill

  Comments: It was a tad tired, but this is as described. Ala addressed our issues promptly (the internet went down and the place could have been cleaner) and we therefore felt we were always being looked after. Great restaurant suggestions. We were further away from our friends, but interesting to see another neighborhood.

• Reviewer: Claudia

  Comments: It was great to stay in Alas cozy place! The Check-in was pretty easy and she really cared about us and left us some nice tips for Restaurants and Bars in the neighborhood. Thanks you for a great week!

• Reviewer: Mia

  Comments: Très bel appartement lumineux, bien situé dans Brooklyn, à moins de 10 minutes à pied d'un métro qui nous amène directement à Manhattan.

• Reviewer: Jonathan

  Comments: Ala's flat was great in a really nice part of Brooklyn with some cool bars, cafes, and restaurants near by. It was much bigger than I expected which was a pleasant surprise. Also, the flat was beautifully decorated that made me and girlfriend feel right at home from the second we entered. It was also spacious, warm, and homely and was near some well connected subway stations which made it a perfect base to explore the neighbourhood and the rest of New York too. Ala was also very accommodating and responsive throughout our stay which helped put us at ease and relax from the get go. I couldn't recommend this flat, or Ala, more!

• Reviewer: Janice

  Comments: We enjoyed this neighborhood in Brooklyn. It was conveniently located to the subway and there are great places to eat nearby. The ease of access to the apartment, street parking and communication with Ala was excellent. We hope to stay here again!

• Reviewer: Susan

  Comments: My husband and I loved staying in Ala's Brooklyn apartment! The apartment was so spacious and has a cool and unique character. The neighborhood was quiet, and the location is convenient to the G & C trains into Manhattan. Also there are several good eateries and good grocery places within walking distance. Ala left a list of helpful recommendations which was great! We would definitely recommend this for people visiting the area, and would love to stay again!

• Reviewer: Rick

  Comments: Ala is a very kind and friendly host who has arranged everything perfectly in the apartment to make your stay pleasant and comfortable. The apartment is beautifully arranged with a nice personal touch and is situated in a great and centrally located neighbourhood in Brooklyn. Reaching Manhattan with the subway was extremely easy and quick.

• Reviewer: Andy

  Comments: Conveniently located to subway and some cozy neighborhood spots. Recommendations for food nearby were excellent. Apartment had an old NY charm and is not updated but has the basics if you’re a low maintenance traveler and need a warm place to stay with a shower and Wifi. Ala was very helpful and responsive with any needs.

• Reviewer: Gwynne

  Comments: Ala’s place is amazing! Beautiful pre-war building in excellent location - a quick walk to the G (takes you across Brooklyn) and to the A and C (takes you into the city). Dough doughnuts and luigi’s Pizza are both nearby. Because it’s an old apartment there are some quirks, but we enjoyed these, for the most part! The one thing I’d mention is that light sleepers will need a white noise app - the apartment has thin walls and noisy heating. Totally manageable, however! thanks so much for everything, ala!

• Reviewer: Charles

  Comments: Ala has a beautiful apartment in Brooklyn that I wouldn't hesitate coming back to. She was fantastic at communicating, and made our trip so easy. Thanks again Ala!

• Reviewer: Lauren

  Comments: Ala's place in Brooklyn is a great value for the amount of space and the location. She's also extremely communicative and was very helpful navigating the check-in procedure. Would definitely recommend to other travelers!

• Reviewer: Andy

  Comments: Great location, great vibe.

• Reviewer: Chris

  Comments: Very easy check in and great communication from Ala. Location just perfect and a short walk to the C line up to Manhattan. Would certainly go back on my next trip!

• Reviewer: Carolin

  Comments: Alas Wohnung ist wirklich ein kleiner Vintage Traum, man fühlt sich sofort wohl. Ich habe ala zwar selber nicht getroffen, aber sie hat sich sehr darum gekümmert, dass ich gut ankomme und weiß wo der Schlüssel etc ist. Bei der Gegend selbst hatte ich zuerst Bedenken als Frau abends allein unterwegs zu sein, das war aber unbegründet, ich hatte nur positive Begegnungen mit den Leuten aus der Nachbarschaft :)

• Reviewer: Joe

  Comments: Perfect, tastefully appointed apartment in a gorgeous neighbourhood in Brooklyn. Within easy reach of two subway lines, and very easy access to JFK airport. Perfect for exploring Brooklyn or Manhattan. We would stay again and again and again.

• Reviewer: Robin

  Comments: It really felt like having our own apartment in Brooklyn! So lovely and well appointed. The most gracious host!

• Reviewer: Katie

  Comments: We loved the vintage look to Ala's apartment. It oozed trend! Easy transport from airport and close to bars and cafes in her local area. We loved Brooklyn and Williamsburg which is close by. Loom forward to returning!

• Reviewer: Sara

  Comments: We enjoyed our stay very much. It was a great location to really experience NYC as a whole. We were warm, comfortable, and had everything we needed in the home. Ala's tips for local bars, restaurants, and places to visit were great. Her place has great style with lots of interesting art, books, and records. We would definitely recommend her place to friends and would stay here again when we visit NYC!

• Reviewer: Anna-Maria

  Comments: Die Lage ist okay, nur 5min zur Metro, dann muss man allerdings ca eine halbe Stunde bis nach Manhattan einplanen. Die Wohnung ist schön eingerichtet, könnte aber sauberer sein. Die Kommunikation mit Ala hat super und verlässlich funktioniert.

• Reviewer: Ivan

  Comments: Ala's place is centrally located to many Brooklyn bars and cafe's. It's a short walk to the subway station which makes getting anywhere in NYC, including the airport, a breeze. I would absolutely book this place again. Thank you, Ala!

• Reviewer: Pelle

  Comments: Beautiful and charming and spacious. The kitchen is not up to par - dont expect to cook much there - but the rest of the apartment works allright, esp for a shorter visit.

• Reviewer: Charlie

  Comments: Ala’s apartment was the perfect place to call home during our time in New York. It’s really close to the C subway line making trips to Manhattan easy. The apartment was beautiful and Ala responded quickly to any questions we had. We’d love to stay here again if we’re ever back.

• Reviewer: Elizabeth

  Comments: The host canceled this reservation 242 days before arrival. This is an automated posting.

• Reviewer: Tom

  Comments: Had a wonderful stay here. Elevator was a bit stinky but the place itself was very charming. Would stay here again!

• Reviewer: Kate

  Comments: Great space, super stylish and in a quiet location but also an easy walk to funky bars, good coffee, shops and the subway. We really felt like we were at home and had everything we needed for or stay. Would stay again.

• Reviewer: Heather

  Comments: Good subway access. Some really good restaurants near by

• Reviewer: Marianne

  Comments: I had a wonderful stay at Ala's flat. It's one of the most well decorated airbnb I have stayed in. I think the building is rather old but everything worked fine, and the wooden floors and noisy radiators contribute to the charm of this Brooklyn flat. The neighborhood was really nice, I had not been there before but would definitely come back. Ala was super kind and answered really fast. The self check-in was really easy. The only negative points I could think of was that it is really noisy and hot. It didn't really bother me as I love NY street sounds and as I am cold all the time. Would definitely stay there again.

• Reviewer: Lou

  Comments: If you want to pretend like you actually live in Brooklyn, this is definitely the apartment for you! Very cool space, lots of vintage treasures and the hardwood floor of your dreams. It is a little noisy at times but you soon get used to it. Check-in was super easy and Ala was super helpful.

• Reviewer: Timothée

  Comments: Nice charming apartment in Brooklyn with access to 2 metro lines. It was a good plan to start discovering NY for us.

• Reviewer: Alexandra

  Comments: Alas Wohnung ist in einem sehr authentischen alten Stadthaus im 4. Stock gelegen. Die Einrichtung ist stimmungsvoll - vintage pur! Besonders angenehm ist die Lage innerhalb Brooklyns und die Frühstückslokale in der Umgebung. Ala selbst kommuniziert sehr schnell und zuverlässig - ist jedoch selbst nicht vor Ort. Wir würden auf jeden Fall wiederkommen!

• Reviewer: Juan Ignacio

  Comments: Un lugar interesante, de tipo residencial y con buenos accesos a la red de metro. Muy buena relación precio/servicio. No dejen de ir al Museo de Brooklyn y la zona del parque aledaña, que se sale del clásico trayecto hacia Manhattan.

• Reviewer: Danielle

  Comments: Ala place is a lovely place to base yourself for an adventure. The apartment is really spacious and close to transport links.

• Reviewer: Jp

  Comments: Ala's place was easy to get to, clean and well taken care of, and the perfect jumping pad for all of our Brooklyn and New York travels. Would definitely stay again!

• Reviewer: Dianne

  Comments: Apartment exactly as posted a great space with everything you need. Communication was quick from host self check in was easy. Loved the vintage decor and set up of apartment. Was great to have lots of space to relax in after a busy day of sightseeing.

• Reviewer: Frank

  Comments: Nettes Appartement mit individueller Einrichtung und altmodischem Charme.

• Reviewer: Matthew

  Comments: Ala's place was amazing - thoroughly enjoyed my weeklong stay! Super spacious, felt like home. Very clean, safe area and has elevator as a nice luxury! Walking distance to multiple subways and buses plus bodegas & restaurants. Would definitely book again on my next trip to NY. Can't recommend enough!

• Reviewer: Muireann & Tom

  Comments: Ala's place is great, close to lots of cool cafes, bars, restaurants and public transport. Apartment has everything you could need. Would certainly recommend

• Reviewer: Ray

  Comments: Classic Brooklyn street. Easy parking. Short walk to subway station. The charm and vibe in this apartment is so "real" the place makes you feel like you travelled back in time to a gentler time...how NYC used to be. Sitting by the window in the kitchen with the wind gently blowing the curtain, phenomenal. Ala's Moroccan/Boho décor plus her subtle accent touches truly make the apartment a gem. I don't know when I will be back in New York City, but I definitely know where I would like to stay. Thanks again Ala.

• Reviewer: Pavani

  Comments: Ala’s place is a charming old Brooklyn apartment. It’s very spacious and the location is convenient. Ala is a nice host, she was responding fast to all our messages and the check in was easy too! Although the place is nice, cleanliness of the apartment wasn’t so nice. After we checked in we noticed some things around the apartment wasn’t cleaned properly (mainly bathroom, toilet, kitchen). We did some additional cleaning ourselves although Ala offered to send another cleaner after we reached out to her. At the end we had a good stay here, we just expected a lot better cleanliness for the price we paid for here.

• Reviewer: Laura

  Comments: The apartment is in a area very pleasant: and it is cosy and comfortable A different way of leaving New York I recommended it

• Reviewer: Jonathan

  Comments: Lovely, apartment with lots of personality and great energy. Classic details and spacious (for 1-2 travelers). Elevator building close to the train and numerous cool destinations around Brooklyn. Would be happy to stay again in the future!

• Reviewer: Roxy

  Comments: Ala’s place was really adorable and in a great part of Brooklyn. Close to two train lines and several cafes, restaurants, and bars. Ala was super communicative and because the keys were in a lock box checking in and out was really easy. The apartment was kind of hot but that can be expected in New York City in August. There was ac in the bedroom so you can sleep easy. Overall pleasant stay.

• Reviewer: Louison

  Comments: Bon séjour. L'appartement est très bien placé pour visiter New York et Brooklyn. L'appartement correspond à la description.

• Reviewer: Daniel

  Comments: Wonderful place to stay, fun neighborhood, clean, great apartment

• Reviewer: Satinder

  Comments: Spacious Retro Moroccan/Turkish decor old non-refurbished accommodation. very basic air con in one room only. Basic shower. Close to shops, restaurants and trains. Hard to find things around the flat. Bed is small and very creaky. Bring your own Nespresso caps. Easy to pick up and drop off keys. Ala was responsive once she was back from being away.

• Reviewer: Kyle

  Comments: Great neighborhood! Place was as advertised.

• Reviewer: Petra

  Comments: A very cozy appartement with nice personal touches / styles which I liked a lot. Nespresso coffee pods has been offered, very appreciated. Great and friendly communication. Highly recommend

• Reviewer: Victoria

  Comments: Great spot! Ala was easy to get in touch with :)

• Reviewer: Marius

  Comments: Nice and lovely host. Apartment was perfect to visit Brooklyn and Manhattan (25 min with the subway to central Manhattan).

• Reviewer: Peter

  Comments: Funky and homey place is an affordable location in an otherwise increasingly pricey zone. Don't expect luxury or goofy modernist touches, but nice touches that appeal to filmmakers and artists. Easy walk to subway line which shoots right into Manhattan, plenty of nice local spots within walking distance (and not horribly gentrified yet).

• Reviewer: Drǝw

  Comments: The apartment was great. It lived up to expectations of the posted description. The apartment was definitely vintage with hard wood floors, tile in the bathroom and older furniture. I was questioning the bed when we first used it, but it turned out to be OK. The shower is a little tricky, but just make sure to run the hot water for a bit and get in before adjusting the cold very slowly. 30 min ride to Manhattan. Handful of blocks from two different trains. Overall, great home base for the week!

• Reviewer: Mona

  Comments: Nice large apartment in Clinton Hill. Subways are very close by as well as several cute bars, coffee shops and restaurants. Ala communicates very well. I'd definitely stay here again.

• Reviewer: Veronica

  Comments: The space is exactly as described and served as a great home base for our work/leisure split trip. My friend and I both had business conference calls and emails to handle the first half of the day and there was plenty of room & privacy for us to do so without getting in each other’s way. The list of recommendations was super helpful and we definitely appreciated the guidance. The space was a great temperature throughout our stay even though it was about 30 degrees outside during our stay. Loved using the Nespresso every day to avoid the trek to Starbucks as well.

• Reviewer: Kate

  Comments: Ala's place is cozy, comfortable, and conveniently located (there are tons of great spots around, including Dough, Black Swan, Speedy Romeo, and more). Check in was super easy, and Ala was extremely quick to respond to communication. Would recommend!

• Reviewer: Eugene

  Comments: - great location, just 8 min on foot to metro (any of 2 branches). You can get to Manhattan in around 15 min. - cozy apartments in style of 60-70th, just like in old movie. You want to feel the real NY - this is where you can get it, not in modern glass and steel.

• Reviewer: Cory

  Comments: Ala’s apartment is spacious and comfortable. It’s decorated in a shabby chic meets Morroco sort of way that made us feel right at home. The location is great - an easy walk to the subway and fast access to Manhattan. Ala was easy and fast with communication. A great place to stay!

• Reviewer: Ted

  Comments: Ala's place is a charming and warm Maghrebi/Mughlai decored launchpad to the Bed-Stuy neighborhood. She has wonderful suggestions for activities and shopping and is always qucik to respond to your messages.

• Reviewer: Claire

  Comments: The apartment was exactly as listed — it was so easy checking in and out and Ala was so courteous and quick to respond. It’s antique and old fashioned; way better than staying in all of NYC’s tacky new hotels - plus it was such a value. Transport is easy, the neighborhood was relatively relaxed and quiet, and everything was clean and comfy. We had an amazing stay!