For the purposes of this specific trip, the hotel was centrally located. I realize that the hotel seems to be under renovation. That said, the noise from the street and the building itself was pretty high. I'm normally a very heavy sleeper, but I can't say I got a lot of sleep during my stay- not a deal breaker though. The room and the shared bathroom was not clean. The sink in my room was dirty, and I dropped something on the floor which gave me occasion to look under the bed- dirty. The bathroom was also not very clean- I'm thankful I thought to pack flip flops. I wish there had been lamp light available in the room instead of over head lighting. I felt as if I had been transported back to Times Sq. in the 70's. If a prepubescent Jodi Foster or Jon Voight had shown up at my door in cowgirl/boy getup, I would not have been surprised. Inexpensive as the room was (for NYC) I don't think I'd opt for a shared bathroom situation again. I'm sure once the renovation is over, the hotel will be more presentable and comfortable. I hope what is being done to the lobby and hallways will also be done to the rooms and shared spaces.