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Reviews of Pod 51 This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

230 East 51st Street, Midtown East, New York, NY 10022, United States of America

#271 of 409 hotels in New York

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 4976 hotel reviews

7.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.0

  • Comfort

    7.9

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    7.7

  • Staff

    8.5

  • Value for money

    7.6

  • Free WiFi

    8.5

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  • Reviewed: April 26, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Room was so small that even my luggage didnt fit in.

    Clean and very friendly hotel with awesome rooftop and best location ever.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 25, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 10 nights

    Weird angled toilet in my room was the only complaint - the angle was probably due to having to fit into an awkward space.

    I found the room to be basic as expected but clean and tidy and I liked having two different outlooks as it was a corner room. The room was surprisingly quiet at night and overall I would stay here again.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 25, 2024

    8.0
    Good for a stopover
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was noisy outside the hotel with people and traffic

    It was a good location in Manhattan

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 24, 2024

    9.0
    Was an enjoyable stay at a lovely and quaint, backpackers type of accommodation, besides FO staff
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 7 nights

    Attitude of front office staff came across as arrogant and combative at times especially when inquiring about simple things i.e. extra blanket (not used to cold weather), misplaced room keys. Contrary to that, the housekeeping staff were always lovely!

    I really enjoyed the location and cleanliness of the property and facilities.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 23, 2024

    8.0
    My stay was great and looking forward to visit New York again in the future.
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 5 nights

    The staff were friendly and always there to assist its customers.

    No comment

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 23, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not applicable

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 22, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Bunk Bed Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Small rooms and shaky internet

    Very good location and staff responsiveness

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 21, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights

    there was a noise always on. The rest of the other people were too loud.

    the place was well-located.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 20, 2024

    9.0
    Holiday for two
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We had a standard small double room and it was a tight squeeze having a couple there for 4 nights. However manageable for a short stay and nothing the hotel staff could do.

    The location and proximity to major attractions and subway was a major plus and all other guests were really friendly.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 18, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 18, 2024

    9.0
    Cool bedroom, hotel with clean areas and nice view since roof top.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Bunk Bed Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Not to have a kettle for hot water or coffee. Not to include breakfast or to coffee area in the mornings to buy it. Not to have a fridge.

    Pod 51 is located in an strategic area to move around. The room was every day cleaned, the bed was comfortable.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 17, 2024

    9.0
    Great quality for the price!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bedrooms were very small and the stay is relatively expensive, but I guess that is just what you need to expect for NYC.

    Rooms including private bathrooms had everything you needed, even extra toilets on the hallway you could make use of. Staff was very friendly and happy to help anytime. Location is great near some sightseeing places and subway stations within 3 minutes walking time.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 16, 2024

    9.0
    Rock-solid budget hotel in the greatest possible location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights

    I did need my ear plugs here. The walls are good, but through the doors I could hear conversations from across the hall. However, this is NYC and I will stay here again.

    The location is superb, right on the E line that takes you most places you would want to go. The shared baths are a real plus: the marble walls and cleanliness border on luxury! There was never a capacity issue for the shared baths. Having my own sink in the room made it all easy. The staff was good.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 16, 2024

    8.0
    Nice hotel with a back packer theme...
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Breakfast wasn't that good and the staff in the common areas were rude.. I witnessed one guest nearly right hook one of them 😂😂

    Nice back packer theme hotel 😂 Roamin rob - YouTube

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: April 15, 2024

    8.0
    Worth the price!
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Standard Bunk Bed Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The location was perfect. Close to so many amazing restaurants. Near all the attractions.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 14, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We did not find any drinking fountain/ water dispenser nor vendo machine available in the hotel.

    Location and the staff.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 14, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    American toilets are awful Ripped bed sheets, bed bugs

    It was not as noisy as some reviews made it seem (we stayed at the 6th floor)

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 13, 2024

    7.0
    Value for money in central Manhattan !
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lifts were really slow , air on very loud, lacks sustainably factor- lots of plastic, zero privacy between bathroom and bed, coffee bar opened only at 7 and closed early,

    Location very central, clean rooms, at first sight rooms seem very small but staying there for 7 nights they are actually very workable. Lots of storage , Decent coffee bar

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 13, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The room was a bit small, but it is somewhat expected considering the price. Everything was perfect besides this.

    The location was perfect - easy to get to all the tourist places but quiet. The bed was comfy and the staffs were really nice and friendly.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 12, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The tiny shower was very uncomfortable, especially because the light on the wall (placed at shoulder height for some reason) would become so hot that it would hurt me every time I moved

    The position was great and it's definitely decent value for money

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 11, 2024

    8.0
    I feel safe , and at home when I stay in Pod 51
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    For the most part , Im happy with my stay.

    I love how at home I feel when I stay here - I feel safe and comfortable.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 10, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Room was a bit small, but not unexpected for NY, and exactly what I needed.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 9, 2024

    7.0
    Can’t beat Pod 51 on it’s value especially for that location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Tight quarters

    Great location great value

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 9, 2024

    8.0
    Great for a short getaway.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    I get that it's Midtown, but for the size of the space it's still quite pricey. Otherwise I don't really have anything negative to say about the property.

    Room was very clean and had fresh sheets daily. Shower and bathroom were small but great. The location is awesome, easy to get around to many major attractions.

    Stayed in April 2024

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