(212) 355-0300
230 East 51st St
New York,
NY
10022
40.7561
-73.9696
Neighborhoods: Midtown East (Turtle Bay), Midtown, Midtown East
The Pod Hotel
What People Are Saying About The Pod Hotel
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
The Scene – The quick, efficient style of mass transit--sans grime and disrepair--embodies this midtown find for the young, hip and budget-conscious. At every turn, you'll be reminded of your travels: from the lobby's wood paneled walls that conjure up a yacht to the camper-sized rooms. And inside each room, or pod, in-room sinks are modeled after those in airplane bathrooms with above-door lights flashing "occupied." Joining the Mile High club just got a lot more convenient. – – The Details – It's the technology--iPod docks, flat-screen TVs, and free WiFi--that really…
02/16/09
Your loss
by rhpena
If you don't stay at this hotel. It was near all the attractions. The restaurants that were recommended were great. Nice and friendly staff and definitely quick to help with whatever was needed. It was a great stay!
12/22/06
ill be back
by dan3r
great place, nice clean rooms, found them on Citysearch, and had a great experience. i would recommend it.
- Pros: clean, easy
- Cons: none
10/19/06
GREAT SURPRISE IN THE BIG APPLE!!
by bearmitzvah
When a friend suggested we stay at the Pickwick Arms - in bunk beds - I envisioned a prison cell, one step from hell. What I found was a bit of heaven on New York's elegant East Side!
Yes, there were bunk beds, but the matresses were so luxurious, I practically fell asleep immediately. Each bed has its own flat screen television, and each room has a high-tech stainless basin.
We were on the 5th floor, and there were four bathrooms, and in four days, I never even had to knock once.
The showers have the rain head, and it was hard pulling away from the heaven of those showers.
The room rates are so reasonable, its practically free!!
In four days, I never ran into one English-speaking guest...they were Japanese, Chinese, German, Swedish...a real United Nations!
There is one drawback to the Arms - no real lobby, but I was assured that it was under renovation, and I know next time I visit NYC, I will stay here and will enjoy the new lobby.
Do not shy away from this great find because of the bathrooms, because they are immaculate, and you will feel right at home!
The Details on The Pod Hotel
Where to Sit:
The concierge reserves tables for 10 at nearby restaurants. Guests are encouraged to opt in on the communal Pod dinners.
The Extras:
Upon making a reservation, guests are given a password to an exclusive Pod blog where they can make friends with those who'll be staying during their visit.
Save Money:
Sign onto the hotel's web site to join their email list; it will key you in to periodic specials and discounts.
What to Drink:
The rooms' mini-bars light up with "happy hour specials"--discounts on beverages for specific times of day.
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