Pod 51

Great service with respectful and professional front desk. Facility isn't modern but clean. Tip: for solo travelers, the full pod is more than adequate. However, for 2 individuals, I highly recommend updating to the queen pod. Bigger bed, larger bathroom and more walking space. Close to the metro and only takes a few minutes to walk to Grand Central Terminal, Bryant Park, etc. On a quieter street with many food options available. Overall, only thing lacking for me personally is a fridge and microwave. Great stay overall for those on a budget.

I stayed here for a few days awhile ago and it was nice. The elevator was playing a song from Trainspotting and the view was good too. There’s a McDonalds close by and transit is close by. The lobby was dark and cool. Very affordable. Bathrooms are shared but clean! Definitely a great place to stay.

Great hotel and even better location! I booked it three months in advance for a great price. I stayed in the bunk bed room with a shared bathroom, and as other reviews mentioned, it was absolutely fine. I was a bit hesitant at first, but I would definitely book it again. The shared bathroom was always clean and smelled great. The staff were friendly and helpful, and I personally loved the rooftop. The hotel maids were always smiling and attentive. We were provided with bath slippers and fresh towels every day, and they even changed our bed sheets whenever we requested. Overall, my mum and I had a wonderful experience at Pod 51 Hotel and would definitely recommend it!

We had a great stay at Pod 51! Location: it is located in one of the safest areas in midtown. It’s central and pretty much just a few blocks - a straight walk - from Times Square. It’s perfect for tourists. Price: for a hotel in manhattan, the price is amazing. The rooms aren’t huge, but the storage in the drawers under the bed makes a huge difference. We didn’t find the space to be a burden at all. It’s perfect for people who are pretty much just sleeping and showering there. It’s so clean which is always a plus. The room and the hotel itself are kept in really good shape. The staff at the reception and concierge were so kind and patient. Will definitely be back, this is an amazing place to stay for an amazing price.

The full NY experience with tiny rooms, but perfectly clean and has everything you need. I stayed in a private room and my only complaint is why on earth is there a completely clear window looking into the bathroom with no curtain or anything. Not ideal for new shy couples or friends. Not sure if all private rooms are like this😅 but there are private bathrooms along the hallways that you can use if you’re feeling too shy. However, the location is fantastic and super close to the metro and some good restaurants. The staff was very friendly and kind.