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Reviews of Sanctuary NYC Retreats 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!

196A Stanton Street, Lower East Side, New York, NY 10002, United States of America

#3 of 19 B&Bs and inns in New York

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Review Score

Based on 522 hotel reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.1

  • Comfort

    9.1

  • Location

    8.7

  • Facilities

    8.8

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    8.9

  • Free Wifi

    9.4

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  • Reviewed: May 16, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    None

    The room was very comfortable and the receptionist was very polite, friendly and helpful as well

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 15, 2023

    8.0
    Great place to stay, loved the location!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Studio with Patio
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Little flexibility for cooking for non-vegan people, there are house rules, however as a visitor I believe some flexibility should be allowed.

    I loved the location, very quiet to be in NYC. Easily reachable from the metro, walking distance to a few good places to eat.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 13, 2023

    10
    Amazing place to stay, excellent location!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    everything is so clean and nice and they go one step beyond what you usually have at a hotel.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 10, 2023

    8.0
    The room was clean, quiet and perfect for our group.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Studio with Patio
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The location is about an eight minute walk to the subway, so it was very convenient. However, you should know that this part of New York is a bit gritty. As well, unfortunately, both yoga classes, and the included breakfast have not been available since the start of Covid and therefore someone is on site only during limited hours. However, when contacted, they were helpful.

    I came with my two granddaughters for a long weekend in New York. The Sanctuary suited our group. It was helpful having a kitchen as we ate breakfast in each morning. As well, there was a small private patio and as the weather was great, we usually ate outside. The place was very quiet and the beds were comfortable.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 8, 2023

    10
    Jewel of a place to stay in lower Manhattan
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Studio with Patio
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Cannot believe we found a deal like this in Mahattan. Nice room for a hotel in general, with our own patio and a kitchen! Absolutely exception considering that it's in the middle of Manhattan. And for the price it's an absolute steal. Pretty good location, near Essex Market and a train station. Staff was super friendly and responsive to messages. Would absolutely stay again.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 8, 2023

    10
    great vibes. I definitely want to come back to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Studio with Patio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    the patio door lock being broken

    location and the room was great. very spacious and clean. it felt like a home away from home

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 6, 2023

    10
    Amazing
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Suite with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The room it self is amazing But almost no facilities outside the room But still If I visit new York again I will stay there because it is so relaxing

    The hotel is cousy and exceptional clean

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: April 27, 2023

    9.0
    Awesome stay at the Sanctuary NYC Retreats in Lower East End
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Studio with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We were looking for a room for a few nights after staying in another hotel in midtown manhattan, and we were lucky to find availability at the Sanctuary NYC retreat. The area (in lower east end) is awesome: it is very lively with a metro station very close with a big choice of options for good food (restaurants and take-away, some of them even available quite late).The room was very clean, comfortable, and convenient for a family (the children could sleep on the sofa bed). We enjoyed the unique atmosphere of the hotel. The assistant manager, Kaileigh, was very kind, helpful and accommodating. We really appreciated our stay!

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: April 25, 2023

    9.0
    Will definitely stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Studio with Patio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    nothing really

    Clean, spacious room in a great location. Staff were very friendly and helpful. The best hotel we’ve stayed in NYC. Will definitely be back.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: April 11, 2023

    8.0
    Great location. quiet and peaceful amongst the clamour of NYC.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Studio with Patio
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing serious, but absence of staff to ask questions. Although the property felt safe at all times. Our balcony was welcome, but was noisy due to all surrounding ac units.

    Great location, quiet. even though the property is in a bustling residential neighbourhood, it was very calm. clean and tidy, although a little cramped for 3 people.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: April 4, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Queen Studio with Patio
    • Stayed 4 nights

    We could hear some noise from the corridor and another rooms, but it wasn't too bothering.

    Great place to stay! location is amazing, in the middle of many bars, cafes and restaurants. It was our favorite area to stay in NYC. The staff was also great, friendly, flexible and helpful. We enjoyed staying there and we will definitely try to stay again when coming again to NYC.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: April 3, 2023

    10
    it was a worth staying!
    • Family with young children
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    the ambiance of the property is so relaxing!

    everything is awesome!

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: April 3, 2023

    9.0
    Very nice place and great staff (Mario) 👍🏼
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • King Suite with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The heater was great but noisy for some of us, it kept them from sleeping at times.

    location was perfect ! super clean room for 6, ample space, very nice decoration. Mario is super nice and is very efficient to fix things. great staff , thanks Mario !

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: April 1, 2023

    9.0
    I will always stay here when I visit New York which hopefully won’t be before to long!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    plumbing a bit noisy in our room but we mentioned that and think it will be rectified.

    very comfortable with good facilities. stayed here 7 years ago as it is a perfect base for NYC if, like me, you don’t want to be in the centre.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: March 25, 2023

    10
    Special little retreat sanctuary in the middle if NYC.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Studio with Patio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not a thing. It was just perfect for us.

    Fantastic little oasis in the middle of the LES. Just a beautifully fun inn, and cute. Loved having a kitchen to cook in was a big plus.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: March 23, 2023

    10
    very clean place and polite staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    none

    everything

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: March 16, 2023

    10
    A Gem
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Queen Studio with Patio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    What a fantastic surprise! The room (suite? apartment?) was very large and had a bunch of amenities, including a full kitchen, which was very useful to have to store food and just feel at home when I needed a cup or plate. Did I mention the room can with a large patio balcony? This became a little oasis with the hustle of NYC! The vibe of the place was also quite zen. Staff were very friendly and welcoming! Bed and bedding were comfy, and I was able to do work effectively on the desk in the room. Also, excellent location! A fantastic stay for unbelievable value!

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: March 16, 2023

    10
    Great stay, can’t wait to visit again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The plumbing in the building is loud (think there’s an air-lock that need fixing)

    Great location, very helpful staff. It was so lovely to have an apartment and kitchen in NYC. Very spacious and clean apartment close to great bars and restaurants for local NYC vibe.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: March 10, 2023

    10
    it was my best stay with Booking so far. the personnel and General Manager are really amazing people who helped us a lot
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Queen Studio with Patio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I would suggest replacing small bottles with shampoo etc. with larger ones that can be refilled by your staff. In my opinion it’s more environment friendly :)

    the location and hospitality of the personnel. we needed some help and they were very open to help us!

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: February 28, 2023

    10
    Great experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Studio with Patio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Cozy feeling makes you feel at home Clean and quiet Location was great along with staff

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: February 21, 2023

    10
    Regular guests because it’s consistently good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Studio
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Regular guests due to customer service, facilities & location. Your own well appointed studio apartment in the LES

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: February 20, 2023

    10
    Great experience. Wonderful hotel and staff. Will stay again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The street outside the windows facing Stanton could be a bit loud in the morning, and the heating unit made a lot of noise when in use, but these were minor issues that didn’t cause any real discomfort.

    The location of this property was fantastic. Located in the lower east side, it was a quick walk to the subway to reach other parts of the city, or an easy walk to explore the surrounding neighborhood. The hotel was mostly quiet and the staff was extremely helpful! Even though we did a late self check in, the process was stress free, and very simple.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: February 18, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Studio with Patio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I couldn't figure out the Roku, but that's a me problem

    The room was clean and comfortable. Having a kitchen allowed me to cook my own meals during my stay.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: February 16, 2023

    10
    Happy staff and clean place, great vibes intentionally set in the building
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Studio with Patio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    property was clean, staff helpful and happy, location good. super peaceful and options for yoga!

    Stayed in February 2023

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