Smart BuysWindow air-conditioners for your NYC apartment that won't be eyesores We may all dream of apartments with central airconditioning, but we're not all getting them (especially not in a city whose housing inventory is largely prewar and, consequently, hard to retrofit). In-window A/Cs are just going to have to do for most New Yorkers to make it through the hot summer months. But let's be honest: Most A/Cs on the market are eyesores. Ever redo your space only to have its design-magazine-worthy vibe harshed by a circa-1980s-looking window unit?On to the good news: Plenty of models now take aesthetics into consideration. We've compiled a handful that would pass muster with even your harshest of design critics. But first, some useful info: Most in-window A/Cs range from 5,000 to 15,000 BTUs, and their cost goes up depending on how much power they have. If you're looking to cool a small room you can go for lower BTUs, but if it's a living room or large bedroom you're hoping to cool down, err on the side of more BTUs experts recommend.

(To be safe, for a space of over 400 square feet, opt for at least 10,000 BTUs.Here, our picks—culled from real New Yorkers—of visually pleasing A/Cs:Friedrich's Kühl series A sales associate at P.C. Richard told us this series from Friedrich is the "best looking, commercial-grade, and quiet" air-conditioner on the market. Prices start at around $679 for a 5,000 BTU edition—pricey, yes—and go up from there. (This 10,000 BTU edition is for sale at P.C. Richard for just over $1,000.)A digital remote control (that comes with the unit) allows you to control the temperature from another room, and an optional FriedrichLink WiFi module lets you command the unit with any compatible smart device (and a free app). If you're looking for super-sleek design, this unit might be the very best way to go (it looks like it could have been designed by the team at Apple). Instead of those ugly plastic wings we're used to, the side extensions are a solid white material that look much more modern and clean. 

Like the Kuhl series, you can control it via an app on your Smartphone. There's a small caveat, though: The only size currently available is 8,000 BTU, so don't depend on it for any room larger than 350 square feet. air conditioning units for hot water heat homesIt's priced around $329.Haier Serenity Series ESAQ408Pcarrier ac unit will not turn on If you're looking for a particularly quiet A/C (maybe you're a sensitive sleeper and need something for your bedroom), you may want to try one of Haier's "Serenity Series," which has consistently been rated the quietest around (barely louder than raindrops, according to teh company). ac window unit frameWe wouldn't say this is as sleek looking as the two above, but it's not horrible-looking either and at less than $350 for an 8,000 BTU model, is a fairly good deal. 

It's comes with a full-function remote, energy save mode, dehumidify mode, sleep mode, auto cool and a 24-hour on/off timer. After way surpassing its Kickstarter goal, this air-conditioner (which looks like it arrived from the future) is available for pre-order via IndieGoGo, with a sales price starting at $299 ($100 less than the retail price). You'll have to wait until 2017 to actually get it, but it may very well be worth the wait considering how teeny tiny its footprint is. It also boasts simple installation and remote connectivity features. Could this be the window A/C of our NYC dreams? Apparently nearly 4,000 backers think so. (Note: It'll be 5,000 BTUs, so it'll probably only cover a room of 160 square feet or less).Cool new gadget alert: As you may have noticed, a lot of new air-conditioner models can be synced up with smartphones, but we've also recently learned about an A/C device called Tado ($179), which works with all remote-controlled A/Cs, effectively making any unit "smart," and saving you money and energy.

(It looks chic, too!)Cozy comfortable unit with LCD TV with cable service, AC, hot water heater, and wifi internet service in the unit. The unit is in the Best Western Mangga Dua Hotel. It shares the same lobby with the hotel. Gym and Swimming pool available for use. 2 1 Real Bed 1 1 Anytime after 12PM (noon) 12PM (noon) Apartment Entire home/apt $10 $206 13%Monthly discount: 30% ModerateThe unit is located in the 4 stars Best Western Mangga Dua Hotel. It has all the 4 stars hotel amenities (swimming pool, fitness center, shared hotel lobby, Sauna, restaurant). The new studio unit has hot water, air conditioner, lcd tv, and queen size bed. The hotel apartment is located within walking distance to one of the biggest shopping area in south east asia in Mangga Dua Jakarta. It is the tallest building in Mangga Dua area.Jakarta has a vast range of food available at hundreds of eating complexes located all over the city, from modest street-side foodstalls and traveling vendors to the high-class expensive restaurants.

The traditional Padang restaurants and low-budget Javanese Warteg (Warung Tegal) foodstalls are ubiquitous in the capital. Next to a myriad of selections of Indonesian food and regional specialties from all over Indonesia, there is also international food, especially Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Thai, Indian, American, French, Middle Eastern, and modern fusion foodWifi information:Network name: RickindoPassword: Rickindo1970 (capital R)Mangga Dua transjakarta busway station and Jayakarta train station within walking distance from the apartment.Best Western Hotel Policy. Wifi service is available in the unit. Smoking not allowed inside the room (only in balcony).Checking out up to 3 PM will be charged extra 25% of daily rate.Checking out up to 6 PM will be charged extra 50% of daily rate.Checking out up to 9 PM will be charged extra 75% of daily rate.Checking out after 9 PM will be charged 1 extra day.1 night Accuracy Communication Cleanliness Location Check In ValueThis host has 161 reviews for other properties.