Pod 51
rate per night
based on 6,083 reviews
| Provider | Nightly total |
|---|---|
| Snaptravel | £29 |
| FINDHOTEL | £61 |
| lastminute.com | £64 |
About Pod 51
- Hotel RoomYou’ll have a private room with all the hotel’s amenities
- Clean and TidyThis stay has listed several different cleanliness practices.
- FreebiesThis stay includes Wi-Fi for free
Discover a new way to enjoy the Big Apple at Pod 51. The recently renovated hotel offers an exciting concept that merges affordability with exquisite design, comfort, fine dining, and a laid-back modern style. By eliminating costly amenities that guests rarely use, like pay-per-view movies, overpriced minibars and expensive room service, Pod 51 keeps its prices incredibly affordable without sacrificing the comfort of its guests.
It was the first hotel of its kind in New York City, offering multiple rooms to suit the needs of individuals and families alike, including single-room/shared bathroom pods, full and queen pods with private bathrooms and a studio pod ideal for up to four guests. The rooms are comfortable, colorful and outfitted with stylish furnishings and the amenities guests crave, including central air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, a workspace and more.
Pod 51 is ideal for work or play, with a relaxing rooftop deck and outdoor garden, as well as a café. Guests can dine at Clinton Hall, a full-service restaurant featuring gourmet, sustainably-sourced food and seasonal menus, Supercraft a microbrewery that features 20 craft beers that are made to exacting specifications with an onsite Flux Capacitor. The menus are packed with inventive interpretations of classic comfort foods, paired to perfection with Supercraft beers.
The hotel is located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan's East District, adjacent to some of the city's best shopping, museums, and business facilities. It's within walking distance of Grand Central Station, as well as steps from three major subway lines.
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Rooms available at Pod 51
Amenities at Pod 51
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Wi-Fi
- Coffee shop
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable or satellite TV
- Free toiletries
- Internet
- Parking
Health and safety
- Contactless check-in/check-out
- Face masks for guests available
- Physical distancing in dining areas
- Physical distancing rules
- First-aid kit
- Process in place to check health of guests
- Hand sanitiser in guest accommodation and key areas
- Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
- Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
- Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
- Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
- All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitised
- Safe
- Guests can opt out of accommodation cleaning
- Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
Basics
- Free Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Internet
- Towels
- Free toiletries
- Heating
- Air-conditioned
- Dustbins
Bathroom
- Shared bathroom
- Shared toilet
- Shower
- Hairdryer
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
Services and conveniences
- Conference rooms
- Ticket service
- Safety deposit box
- Concierge service
- Tour desk
- 24-hour front desk
Accessibility and suitability
- Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
- Disabled access
- Lift
- Multi-lingual staff
- No smoking
Media and entertainment
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable or satellite TV
- Smartphone dock
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
- Coffee shop
General
- Telephone
- Carpeted
- Storage available
Outdoor
- Terrace/Patio
- Garden
Bedroom
- Alarm clock
- Cleaning products
Workspace
- Laptop safe
- Desk
Parking and transportation
- Parking
Laundry
- Laundry service
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Cons:Small room
Cons:CHECK to see if you have an en suite bathroom!
Cons:Free coffee either in room or downstairs. I don’t mind the tiny room but not at the high price (over $200). Need USB outlets.
Cons:Noisy and bright location. Difficult to sleep. Not the most relaxing.
Cons:No fridge in room.
Location
What's nearby
- Grand Central Terminal0.5 mi
- Rockefeller Center0.6 mi
- Museum of Modern Art0.6 mi
- New York Public Library0.7 mi
- Bryant Park0.7 mi
- Times Square0.9 mi
- Broadway0.9 mi
- Fifth Avenue0.9 mi
- Empire State Building1 mi
- Frick Collection1.1 mi
- Metropolitan Museum of Art1.7 mi
- Central Park1.9 mi
Policies
Check-in/Check-out | Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 12:00 |
|---|---|
Cancellation/pre-payment | Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider. |
FAQs when booking at Pod 51
The easiest and most convenient way to get to Pod 51 from the New York John F Kennedy Intl airport is to catch a yellow cab from outside the terminal. All taxis into the city center have a fixed rate of 52 USD per trip, but a surcharge applies if you are traveling during peak hours. Alternatively, you can get to your accommodation using public transport. You will first need to catch the AirTrain JFK Red line and get off at Jamaica Station. From there, walk to the Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK subway station and get on board subway line E heading towards the World Trade Center. Get off 7 stops later at the Lexington Avenue / 53rd Street station, and the hotel will be a 4min walk away.
If you are looking to stay somewhere central in New York City yet affordable, Pod 51 is one of the best options, as it is located within walking distance to major attractions such as theaters where travelers can catch a Broadway show. And if that is not enough, in between sightseeing you will be able to relax at the hotel with an exclusive view that is only accessible to guests.
If you are booking a room with a shared bathroom at Pod 51, you will find 2 to 4 bathrooms that you can use on each floor of the hotel. Every room is equipped with a set of lights that indicates the status of each bathroom on the floor, so you will know whether there is a free one before even getting out of bed.
Pod 51 organizes free walking tours of New York City for all its guests. You will be exploring the city with a team member of Streetwise New York Tours, and there are 4 different tours to choose from, so you can discover a different area of the city every day of your stay. All tours start at 9:30 am and you must register beforehand with the Pod Hotel Concierge.
If you will be arriving early to New York City and would like to check in early to your Pod 51 hotel room, you can do so at no extra charge if the room is available. In the case it is not, you can store your luggage at reception until your room is ready. On the day of your departure, the hotel can also store your luggage for as long as you need after you check out.
Pod 51 does not have any car park on site, however, all guests can get a discount off the normal rate at Icon Garage which is located nearby. You will need to ensure you get the parking slip validated by staff at the front desk to get the discount. (Prices checked 01/05/19).
Pod 51 is located at 230 East 51st Street in Midtown, 1 miles from the centre of New York. Grand Central Terminal is the closest landmark to Pod 51.
Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at Pod 51.
Yes, Pod 51 offers free Wi-Fi.
No, Pod 51 does not offer free parking.
No, Pod 51 does not offer free airport shuttle service.
Pod 51 is 1.4 miles from New York Skyports SPB.
Yes, Pod 51 is a pet-friendly hotel.
No, Pod 51 does not have a pool on-site.
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Value for money | 7.6 |
|---|---|
Distance to city centre | 1.0 mi |
Location rating | 9.1 |
Nearest airport | New York LaGuardia |
Distance to airport | 5.2 mi |