Pod 51

Ticha Nevan

a month ago

Ours second times staying here. Great Location surrounding with many good restaurants and convenience stores! Friendly and helpful staffs. Clean and reasonable price! Will be back again next year.

Maggie Jones

3 months ago

I have stayed at Pod 51 twice now and would continue to stay here anytime I visit NYC. The best price for the value you get. One of the few affordable hotels I could find it Manhattan that offers room options for 3-4 people which was very helpful when traveling with family. The location is extremely convenient to walk to any of the major sights, with many restaurants and bagel shops within a few blocks. The hotel staff was very friendly and helpful, they allowed us to drop off all of our luggage hours early, and the hotel on a whole is very clean and tidy. A very simple, clean room, which is really all you need when you spend your days being a tourist.

Valerie Paez

4 months ago

Great place to stay! Hostel like environment (reserved the single twin room, sink in room full restroom in hallway) allows for a more budget friendly stay while visiting the city. They offer lower cost options by booking their multi bunk rooms. In a great area and near a lot of quick food places. Subway was nearby allowing easy access to public transit if needed. Will definitely be recommending to family and friends, and will definitely be my spot to stay when visiting.

Connor Aggson

2 months ago

Such a great find. Rooms are small but cozy, staff works around the clock to keep things clean and are very friendly. The shared bathrooms are single-stall, lockable, and abdundant so there was never a problem with privacy or them being occupied. I loved my time staying here!

MZ Normann

3 months ago

This is a v particular type of hotel and it won't appeal to every traveller. If you travel light and don't plan to spend a lot of time in your hotel room, you will be right at home. Rooms are small, v small, and still include bed, sink, shower, clothes hangers. I stay here only when I'm traveling alone so I can't speak to the larger rooms. The staff are v helpful, if reserved. Security keep an eye on the doors. Housekeeping is excellent. Don't forget to tip them! The area has loads of restaurants and you can easily walk to Saint Patrick's Cathedral, Rockefeller Centre, and all the shopping you can carry or send on!

Sara Halpern

4 months ago

I was quite unsure about booking this "pod" but I'm so glad that I took a chance! The quality is comparable to solid European hostels -- ironed linens, comfortable mattresses and pillows, and clean bathrooms. No stink anywhere. The shared bathrooms are truly private - with a toilet, a full sink, and a shower with rainfall showerhead. The shampoo/condition/body soap bottles are filled with actual liquid, not watered down at all. In my room (with only a twin), I was happy to see the wash basin with soap pods (pun intended) and plastic cups. There's a hook right there for your towel. I loved that I could control my own temp setting. The lounge off the lobby was quite comfy. There's a sports bar next door if you want to grab a pint. I forgot about the rooftop but will check it out next time! The staff was very polite (and dressed up!) and offered to take my bags upstairs when I came in or store them after my check out. In short, this is way better than staying in Hampton Inn near Penn Station, where I've stayed in the past.

ElAttar Reviews

8 months ago

I’ll be honest — my first night in New York was rough. I arrived exhausted, and the hotel I originally booked had overbooking issues and left me stranded at 10 PM in Manhattan. That’s when I switched to Pod 51… and that changed everything. From the moment I walked in, the front desk staff immediately understood the situation and stepped up big time. They didn’t just check me in — they helped me calm down, offered quick options, and got me into a room faster than I expected. The space is compact (yes), but incredibly efficient: clean bed, smart layout, and everything exactly where you need it. And the rooftop? That was the real therapy — quiet air, skyline lights, and that comforting hum of NYC below. I ended the night with peace instead of stress. If you want a place that understands travelers, not just processes them — Pod 51 is absolutely worth it. Rooms ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) — Small but smart, clean, and surprisingly comfortable Service ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) — Supportive, fast, and genuinely empathetic Location ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) — Perfect Midtown access to everything – ElAttar Reviews

russelll701

3 weeks ago

The location is great, the rooms are clean, quiet and air conditioned. The shared baths are also clean and perfectly acceptable. This kind of hotel is common in Scandinavia as a reasonable option for families and budget travelers. It was perfect for us.

A.G.

a month ago

I really enjoyed my stay here! I had just arrived from a not so peaceful red eye flight and I felt very welcomed from reception and was able to quickly get a room. The room is super clean and cozy! The bed was so comfortable, & I was able to sleep very well! I felt that it is is well located and it is quiet! I would definitely stay here again and I recommend checking it out!

Trip.com Member

2 months ago

I stayed in a single pod with a private bathroom, which had no extractor inside and meant either using the AC to reduce humidity or opening the windows which were directly connected to a balcony. The windows are hard to open as they slide …