☞ SLEEP: La Maison D'art Guesthouse

For those seeking a bit more space and looking to get away from banal hotels, a bed and breakfast situation is often ideal. The problem with many of them is that they tend to be more old than charming or they need a bit of an update. La Maison D'art guesthouse on 259 West 132nd Street, between FDB/8th Avenue and ACP/7th Avenue solves these problems with a bit of color and european edge. The recently renovated boutique brownstone has a contemporary art gallery flare with original works by local artist on display along with vibrant walls and soft furnishings right out of a european decor magazine. Rates are all under $200 per night and much lower during off season. The closest subways are the B,C or the 2,3 at 135th Street. The express A,B,C,D train is a five minute walk to 125th Street. www.lamaisondartnyc.com