Pod 51
230 East 51st Street, Midtown East, New York, NY 10022, United States of America – Excellent location – show map – Subway Access
Excellent location – rated 9.1/10! (score from 8995 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
The room was clean and comfortable even though it was a bit small. The staff was very friendly. I had no problem with my late arrival and early checkout schedule. Very close to the metro station.

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This Manhattan Hotel is less than 0.6 mi from Rockefeller Center. It features modern décor and flat-screen TVs in rooms as well as an on-site lounge and rooftop garden. Pod 51 has a multilingual concierge staff ready to help guests plan their visit to New York. Pod 51 provides a list of complimentary, daily activities going on in the town and organizes 3 daily tours for guests during weekdays. Breakfast is available at the on-site cafe. The on-site lounge, Clinton Hall, serves American cuisine for lunch and dinner and provides a full bar as well. Rooms at the Pod 51 have MP3 docking stations and free WiFi. Each room is also equipped with a safety deposit box and a hairdryer. Radio City Music Hall is 0.7 mi from Pod 51. Times Square is 1.1 mi away, and St. Patrick’s Cathedral is 2113 feet from the Pod.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
Pod 51 has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Oct 14, 2009- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- 2 restaurants
- 24-hour front desk
- Terrace
- Bar
- Elevator
- Garden
- Heating

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- Randima
Sri Lanka
“The room was clean and comfortable even though it was a bit small. The staff was very friendly. I had no problem with my late arrival and early checkout schedule. Very close to the metro station.” - Brian
United States of America
“It had all of the essential. On a better budget, in a convenient area, and a little more.” - Dennis
United States of America
“The room was clean and cleverly designed. The room temperature was just right (this was early September)” - Nazir
United States of America
“Convenient location. Great clientele. Excellent and responsive staff.” - Priest
United States of America
“Love this place. Excellent location. Very clean & well stocked with towels,etc. Staff is very friendly & nice.” - Anett
Hungary
“Location is the best. The receptionist guy is a sweetheart! Rooftop is everything” - Ruiz
United States of America
“The facility was very good, not uncomfortable and the beds, the TV service, everything really well placed, also the staff members were very kind and helpful, I needed help with a delivery that arrived there after I checked out and they really...” - Chun
United States of America
“It’s quite small but essential. Since it’s located in middle Manhattan” - Javier
United States of America
“The location of the hotel was great super close of everything and with little bars around to spend sometime” - Libbey
United States of America
“The location is awesome! Just a 10/15 min walk to midtown and has great bagels, pizza, and lots of other food around.”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
Hi I was wondering what the age requirement is to book a room?
You must be 18 years or older and present a proper ID. School IDs are not accepted.Answered on 19 October 2021Hi, shared bathroom, with how many rooms it is shared? Is that only bathroom but toiled it private or both are shared? br, Mihailo
Shared bathrooms includes showers and toilets.Answered on 21 January 2022Hi! Can the booking be paid cash at arrival or just credit card is accepted? Thanks!
Cash is accepted at the property.Answered on 14 January 2022Price of 8 nights $1299+$403 taxes charges& mention down not include 14.75%tax,USD3.5city tax per night+USD20 resort fees per night that’s over or not
There's nothing more.Answered on 17 August 2022Hi! Why are you charging the “resort fee” for every night one books at your hotel? It is illegal to do this in NYC. Thank you.
The resort fee is charged every night.Answered on 20 January 2022Would I be sharing the bathroom with a stranger ?
Our shared bathrooms are 1 person at a time. You will not be using the bathroom with the stranger at the same time.Answered on 18 August 2022- Still looking?
Hotel area info *
Restaurants2 Restaurants On Site
- POD Café & Garden
- CuisineAmerican
- Open forBreakfast • Cocktail hour
- Clinton Hall
- CuisineAmerican
- Open forLunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
Amenities of Pod 51
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- 2 restaurants
- 24-hour front desk
- Terrace
- Bar
- Elevator
- Garden
- Heating
- Hairdryer
- Sun deck
- Terrace
- Garden
- Desk
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- 24-hour front desk
- Safe
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Elevator
- Non-smoking rooms
- English
- Spanish
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of USD 50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Pod 51 accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
Please note that the credit card and photo identification presented at check-in must match the name on the reservation. For third party reservations, a credit card authorization form is required. Contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
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A damage deposit of USD 50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
FAQs about Pod 51
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Pod 51 is 1.1 miles from the center of New York. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Pod 51 offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
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Room options at Pod 51 include:
- Double
- Single
- Twin
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Check-in at Pod 51 is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.
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The prices at Pod 51 may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Pod 51 has 2 restaurants:
- Clinton Hall
- POD Café & Garden