Chelsea Inn
US$259
/ night
Avg. for September
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US$259
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Chelsea Inn average US$107 in the cheapest month (February) and US$285 in the most expensive month (December), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$123 |
| February | US$107 |
| March | US$167 |
| April | US$209 |
| May | US$252 |
| June | US$255 |
| July | US$228 |
| August | US$177 |
| September | US$259 |
| October | US$255 |
| November | US$197 |
| December | US$285 |
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Most expensive: December (~US$285)
Cheapest: February (~US$107)
About this property
This smoke-free hotel was built in 1880.
Amenities
This smoke-free hotel was built in 1880.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a safe deposit box at the front desk.
Rooms
Stay in one of 45 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Location
With a stay at Chelsea Inn, you'll be centrally located in New York, just a 3-minute walk from 5th Avenue and 12 minutes by foot from New York University. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Madison Square Park and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Washington Square Park.
What's nearby
5th Avenue(0.1 Miles)
Union Square Park(0.3 Miles)
Flatiron Building(0.4 Miles)
Madison Square Park(0.5 Miles)
Chelsea Hotel(0.6 Miles)
Chelsea Market(0.6 Miles)
New York University(0.6 Miles)
Washington Square Park(0.7 Miles)
The High Line Park(0.8 Miles)
Whitney Museum of American Art(0.9 Miles)
Herald Square(0.9 Miles)
Empire State Building(0.9 Miles)
Hudson River Park(1 Miles)
Macy's(1 Miles)
Madison Square Garden(1 Miles)
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)(10.6 Miles)
Teterboro, NJ (TEB)(12.7 Miles)
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)(13.8 Miles)
John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)(17.9 Miles)
Linden, NJ (LDJ)(21.6 Miles)
Free wi-fi
Non-smoking rooms
Housekeeping
Safe-deposit box
Express check-in/check-out
Location
46 West 17th Street, Union Square, New York (and vicinity), New York, United States of America
5th Avenue (0.1 Miles)
Union Square Park (0.3 Miles)
Flatiron Building (0.4 Miles)
Madison Square Park (0.5 Miles)
Chelsea Hotel (0.6 Miles)
Chelsea Market (0.6 Miles)
Room options
18
Junior Studio with Private Bathroom
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 3
130 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Shared Bathroom
8
Standard Triple Room
Room details
1 Bunk Bed
Sleeps 3
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Shared Bathroom
9
Standard Double Room with Shared Bath
Room details
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Shared Bathroom
19
Standard Double Room Private Bathroom
Room details
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
128 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Shared Bathroom
5
Family Studio Suite
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
, 1 Trundle Bed
and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 6
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Shared Bathroom
Guest reviews
7.3
Good
Based on 1,910 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
16%
Couple
37%
Family
15%
Group
19%
Solo
11%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Chelsea Inn is a simple, budget-friendly walk-up in a central Chelsea/Union Square location, praised for clean, compact rooms and friendly daytime staff, but noted for limited services, contactless check-in, and varying comforts depending on room type and placement.
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What guests think
Chelsea Inn is a simple, budget-friendly walk-up in a central Chelsea/Union Square location, praised for clean, compact rooms and friendly daytime staff, but noted for limited services, contactless check-in, and varying comforts depending on room type and placement.
The location is a standout: close to multiple subway lines, shops and dining, and generally felt safe and walkable. Common drawbacks include no elevator, small or sometimes windowless rooms, street and internal noise, inconsistent Wi‑Fi, and temperature control issues. Service is often warm and helpful during the day, though after-hours support and the pre-arrival ID/credit-card verification process frustrate some guests. Expect a basic, well-located base for exploring the city.
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Facilities
Facilities are basic with no elevator and limited on-site services; many rooms include a mini-fridge, microwave and coffee maker. Wi‑Fi is available but often described as spotty or unreliable; luggage storage is inconsistent or unavailable.
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Ashley
22 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
No elevator
No elevator
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EZIO
14 Nov 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Bed broken and uncomfortable. Room very hot unable to control heat. AC not working and AC unit was dirty. Don’t get a room above 3rd floor if you’re a senior - no elevator, stairs narrow and steep. Room and bathroom are tiny.
Bed broken and uncomfortable. Room very hot unable to control heat. AC not working and AC unit was dirty. Don’t get a room above 3rd floor if you’re a senior - no elevator, stairs narrow and steep. Room and bathroom are tiny.
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Maximilian
21 Sept 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
Wifi didn’t work in our room. Even after telling the staff on first day of arrival it hadn’t been fixed. No fresh towels for entire stay (1 week). Towels were always wet- could not dry due to no hanging options in the room.
Wifi didn’t work in our room. Even after telling the staff on first day of arrival it hadn’t been fixed. No fresh towels for entire stay (1 week). Towels were always wet- could not dry due to no hanging options in the room.
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Luis Felipe
17 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
There is not elevator The wifi password never worked Garbage under the bed Not recomendable for family with children But if you are alone, could help u
There is not elevator The wifi password never worked Garbage under the bed Not recomendable for family with children But if you are alone, could help u
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Luis
3 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean room, excellent location, good price. No elevator, the room was not ready at 3:00 PM and the water in the shower has no pressure. Good experience overall.
Clean room, excellent location, good price. No elevator, the room was not ready at 3:00 PM and the water in the shower has no pressure. Good experience overall.
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Idan
19 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I overall do recommend and would come back because of the good $ value. It's an apartment building converted into a hotel. The rooms are very cozy and the walk up could be challenging if you're lugging a large suitcase, but service is good, the room is clean and kept up well. Overall good value for $ (heads up if you're traveling for work and are relying on the Wifi, don't).
I overall do recommend and would come back because of the good $ value. It's an apartment building converted into a hotel. The rooms are very cozy and the walk up could be challenging if you're lugging a large suitcase, but service is good, the room is clean and kept up well. Overall good value for $ (heads up if you're traveling for work and are relying on the Wifi, don't).
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MARICRIS
22 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
I loved my room with a coffee maker, microwave and fridge. Near subway and places to eat. But just not enough Kleenex and toiletries( look nasty to touch). I hope they individual portions toiletries or just clean the reusable containers really good. Good thing I bring my own toiletries. I would love to stay here again.
I loved my room with a coffee maker, microwave and fridge. Near subway and places to eat. But just not enough Kleenex and toiletries( look nasty to touch). I hope they individual portions toiletries or just clean the reusable containers really good. Good thing I bring my own toiletries. I would love to stay here again.
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Marie-Christine
28 Jan 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Good for the price. Clean Wifi patchy most of the time. Beds are wobbly (frame moved when getting in or out of bed) Fridge and microwave in room.
Good for the price. Clean Wifi patchy most of the time. Beds are wobbly (frame moved when getting in or out of bed) Fridge and microwave in room.
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Romy
23 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It's an inexpensive place, no elevator, everything is mid. Hot water, quiet, comfortable enough that I've stayed here twice now. You can't leave bags for the day as there's no one on duty - you just key in the front door and into your room with a code.
It's an inexpensive place, no elevator, everything is mid. Hot water, quiet, comfortable enough that I've stayed here twice now. You can't leave bags for the day as there's no one on duty - you just key in the front door and into your room with a code.
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Mackenzie
17 May 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Wifi didn’t work
Wifi didn’t work
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness feedback is mixed: many describe rooms and bathrooms as clean, but others report hair, mold/mildew, stained linens, and dusty fixtures. Housekeeping is limited and typically by request.
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Kim
11 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Such an amazing location! Staff could be more focused on making sure the basics are handled like clean rooms and bathrooms for their guests. Both were not turned over in between guests for us. It was way too lateafter a long day in NYC for us to complain.
Such an amazing location! Staff could be more focused on making sure the basics are handled like clean rooms and bathrooms for their guests. Both were not turned over in between guests for us. It was way too lateafter a long day in NYC for us to complain.
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Collin
2 Feb 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
There was a burning hot pipe right behind the head of our bed. We had no control over how hot that was. And it was uncomfortable. The bed was otherwise comfortable. The television did not work. The WiFi was very spotty. There were dirty tissues under the bed and detritus in the hard to reach corners around the bed. The fridge in the room either leaked water as it defrosted or froze our leftovers when I turned it up slightly. The bathroom was pretty nice. Staff was pleasant.
There was a burning hot pipe right behind the head of our bed. We had no control over how hot that was. And it was uncomfortable. The bed was otherwise comfortable. The television did not work. The WiFi was very spotty. There were dirty tissues under the bed and detritus in the hard to reach corners around the bed. The fridge in the room either leaked water as it defrosted or froze our leftovers when I turned it up slightly. The bathroom was pretty nice. Staff was pleasant.
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Jenny
12 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
For the cost, the room was not well-appointed, cheap cabinets, one with broken, mis-matched doors, and one with water damage. A mirror hung off center in a weird location, holes in the walls, peeling paint, two mis-matched towels in the bathroom. But the bathroom seems "updated" and seemed clean.
For the cost, the room was not well-appointed, cheap cabinets, one with broken, mis-matched doors, and one with water damage. A mirror hung off center in a weird location, holes in the walls, peeling paint, two mis-matched towels in the bathroom. But the bathroom seems "updated" and seemed clean.
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Mary
7 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nice and clean. Excellent, comfy bed. Spotless bathroom.
Nice and clean. Excellent, comfy bed. Spotless bathroom.
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Racquel
23 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was adorable. It was very clean and cute. Perfect for my solo adventure. I had a mini fridge and microwave which I wasn’t expecting. I booked a room with a bathroom/shower, it was also very clean and had toiletries. My only complaint is that my room got pretty warm during my stay. There was a fan that helped some but the AC unit didn’t work or maybe that was a me thing. Either way, it didn’t bother me enough to complain while I was there. Again, very cute hotel with tons of stores and restaurants in the area. I walked back and forth from Amtrak with no issues. I would absolutely stay again.
The room was adorable. It was very clean and cute. Perfect for my solo adventure. I had a mini fridge and microwave which I wasn’t expecting. I booked a room with a bathroom/shower, it was also very clean and had toiletries. My only complaint is that my room got pretty warm during my stay. There was a fan that helped some but the AC unit didn’t work or maybe that was a me thing. Either way, it didn’t bother me enough to complain while I was there. Again, very cute hotel with tons of stores and restaurants in the area. I walked back and forth from Amtrak with no issues. I would absolutely stay again.
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Rebecca
16 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Mold on ceiling of shower
Mold on ceiling of shower
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Lea-Marie
23 Nov 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
The room was not very clean.
The room was not very clean.
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Plamen
26 Mar 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The room and the bathroom were clean before checking in. After changing the room, I had to use a bathroom that was in terrible condition (not cleaned for at least a 10 days, no hanger whatsoever, no hand soap, really low water pressure, etc.). I was promised by the staff that they will take care of it but they didn't. I had to switch to another room, because the window of the first one wasn't closing, but I had to spend the night on an open window in New York (the city that never sleeps) in 10oC (50oF). The first technician said he'd tape the window so at least it stops the wind, butt didn't do it and second.tech. said that it was the first one's job to repair it. Still I was given access to a storage room to get an extra blanket. After changing the room (without windows) I was sent by the staff to the same storage room to get hand soap. No compensation of any kind. Nevertheless the room was small but OK (comfortable bed, a fridge, a wardrobe, safe, iron, coffees maker and microwave), except the electronic access system. Once during the night the door was unlocked remotely, and it locked again automatically after a minute. The location though is close to perfect.
The room and the bathroom were clean before checking in. After changing the room, I had to use a bathroom that was in terrible condition (not cleaned for at least a 10 days, no hanger whatsoever, no hand soap, really low water pressure, etc.). I was promised by the staff that they will take care of it but they didn't. I had to switch to another room, because the window of the first one wasn't closing, but I had to spend the night on an open window in New York (the city that never sleeps) in 10oC (50oF). The first technician said he'd tape the window so at least it stops the wind, butt didn't do it and second.tech. said that it was the first one's job to repair it. Still I was given access to a storage room to get an extra blanket. After changing the room (without windows) I was sent by the staff to the same storage room to get hand soap. No compensation of any kind. Nevertheless the room was small but OK (comfortable bed, a fridge, a wardrobe, safe, iron, coffees maker and microwave), except the electronic access system. Once during the night the door was unlocked remotely, and it locked again automatically after a minute. The location though is close to perfect.
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Rodney
29 Nov 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Very clean reasonably priced no frills room! While small, it was very functional !
Very clean reasonably priced no frills room! While small, it was very functional !
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Edward
1 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Clean, simple, convenient
Clean, simple, convenient
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Rooms
Rooms are compact and no-frills, with some modernized bathrooms and useful basics (mini-fridge, microwave, coffee maker), but layouts vary and a few rooms lack windows or use shared bathrooms. Recurring issues include street/hallway noise, hard or sagging beds, and temperature control plus occasional Wi‑Fi problems.
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Fabiola Alexandra Crespo
15 Aug 2025
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Stayed 8 nights
This hotel is what you need! Perfect location! If you have back problems make sure you ask for a lower floor room and prep yourself regarding the bed, it is very hard. Besides that the cleaning staff are very nice and friendly. It has everything you need if you are planning on visiting NYC and not planning on staying in your room for too long.
This hotel is what you need! Perfect location! If you have back problems make sure you ask for a lower floor room and prep yourself regarding the bed, it is very hard. Besides that the cleaning staff are very nice and friendly. It has everything you need if you are planning on visiting NYC and not planning on staying in your room for too long.
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EZIO
14 Nov 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Bed broken and uncomfortable. Room very hot unable to control heat. AC not working and AC unit was dirty. Don’t get a room above 3rd floor if you’re a senior - no elevator, stairs narrow and steep. Room and bathroom are tiny.
Bed broken and uncomfortable. Room very hot unable to control heat. AC not working and AC unit was dirty. Don’t get a room above 3rd floor if you’re a senior - no elevator, stairs narrow and steep. Room and bathroom are tiny.
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Jeffrey
16 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel itself was good. It wasn't super luxurious, and my room wasn't the most spacious (nothing like in the pictures), but it definitely wasn't bad. It had a big bed, a microwave, coffee maker, refrigerator, mini closet, and TV. Yes, the bathroom is shared, and it's awkward sharing a bathroom with strangers (it appears to be 1:2 - one bathroom for two separate rooms), but it was clean and in good condition. If you want something cheap just to lay your head and put your stuff down, then this isn't the worst place to be. It's good and convenient - and conveniently priced. The water cooler was broken, though, so I had to go out (to the Halal trucks) to get a bottle of water. My stay was good, and maybe given the chance, I'd do it again.
The hotel itself was good. It wasn't super luxurious, and my room wasn't the most spacious (nothing like in the pictures), but it definitely wasn't bad. It had a big bed, a microwave, coffee maker, refrigerator, mini closet, and TV. Yes, the bathroom is shared, and it's awkward sharing a bathroom with strangers (it appears to be 1:2 - one bathroom for two separate rooms), but it was clean and in good condition. If you want something cheap just to lay your head and put your stuff down, then this isn't the worst place to be. It's good and convenient - and conveniently priced. The water cooler was broken, though, so I had to go out (to the Halal trucks) to get a bottle of water. My stay was good, and maybe given the chance, I'd do it again.
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Leslie
15 Sept 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Oh boy, I’m not sure where to start! Firstly, I was on the second floor and there is no elevator so I had to carry my luggage up and down 20 steps. When I got to my room, I quickly realized that I didn’t have a bathroom as it turns out the bathroom was shared with another room. To make matters worse, there were two drawers in the room in the bottom one didn’t open. Last but not least, there was no window in the room, which is illegal in New York City.
Oh boy, I’m not sure where to start! Firstly, I was on the second floor and there is no elevator so I had to carry my luggage up and down 20 steps. When I got to my room, I quickly realized that I didn’t have a bathroom as it turns out the bathroom was shared with another room. To make matters worse, there were two drawers in the room in the bottom one didn’t open. Last but not least, there was no window in the room, which is illegal in New York City.
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Teresa
16 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice little spot for the weekend! Small but clean room. I upgraded to have a private bathroom-plenty of hot water. Walls are thin, so can hear people in hallway, but wasn’t too bad. Just a few blocks from subway. Older hotel, so no elevator-stairs are a little steep, might be a little difficult with larger luggage. Read fine print for check-in, housekeeping, etc. I felt safe as a solo woman traveler, and would stay again.
Nice little spot for the weekend! Small but clean room. I upgraded to have a private bathroom-plenty of hot water. Walls are thin, so can hear people in hallway, but wasn’t too bad. Just a few blocks from subway. Older hotel, so no elevator-stairs are a little steep, might be a little difficult with larger luggage. Read fine print for check-in, housekeeping, etc. I felt safe as a solo woman traveler, and would stay again.
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Racquel
23 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was adorable. It was very clean and cute. Perfect for my solo adventure. I had a mini fridge and microwave which I wasn’t expecting. I booked a room with a bathroom/shower, it was also very clean and had toiletries. My only complaint is that my room got pretty warm during my stay. There was a fan that helped some but the AC unit didn’t work or maybe that was a me thing. Either way, it didn’t bother me enough to complain while I was there. Again, very cute hotel with tons of stores and restaurants in the area. I walked back and forth from Amtrak with no issues. I would absolutely stay again.
The room was adorable. It was very clean and cute. Perfect for my solo adventure. I had a mini fridge and microwave which I wasn’t expecting. I booked a room with a bathroom/shower, it was also very clean and had toiletries. My only complaint is that my room got pretty warm during my stay. There was a fan that helped some but the AC unit didn’t work or maybe that was a me thing. Either way, it didn’t bother me enough to complain while I was there. Again, very cute hotel with tons of stores and restaurants in the area. I walked back and forth from Amtrak with no issues. I would absolutely stay again.
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Maryam
4 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
pros: clean, location, no fills, VERY BASIC. Cons: NOISE!!!! you will not get any sleep here because the street right outside has plates and every time some is driving over it, you will absolutely hear it. I do NOT recommend staying here if you're just looking to rest your head, there are better options for a few more bucks.
pros: clean, location, no fills, VERY BASIC. Cons: NOISE!!!! you will not get any sleep here because the street right outside has plates and every time some is driving over it, you will absolutely hear it. I do NOT recommend staying here if you're just looking to rest your head, there are better options for a few more bucks.
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Marie-Christine
28 Jan 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Good for the price. Clean Wifi patchy most of the time. Beds are wobbly (frame moved when getting in or out of bed) Fridge and microwave in room.
Good for the price. Clean Wifi patchy most of the time. Beds are wobbly (frame moved when getting in or out of bed) Fridge and microwave in room.
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Dmytro
11 Aug 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Good stay, but was bot window in the room, which feels very uncomfortable.
Good stay, but was bot window in the room, which feels very uncomfortable.
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Jill
18 Nov 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Hotel doesn’t have an elevator and we were located on the 5th floor. Inside the room was a radiator that banged very loudly each night. Mattresses need to be updated.
Hotel doesn’t have an elevator and we were located on the 5th floor. Inside the room was a radiator that banged very loudly each night. Mattresses need to be updated.
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Service
Staff are frequently described as friendly and helpful, but service is limited to daytime hours with contactless check-in. Several guests report frustrating pre-arrival verification, rigid policies, or slow after-hours responses.
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Richard
17 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was great, dropped off luggage early and it was in our room when we came back after seeing a couple shows. Clean, warm and quiet. Staff was helpful.
Room was great, dropped off luggage early and it was in our room when we came back after seeing a couple shows. Clean, warm and quiet. Staff was helpful.
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Stephen
21 Oct 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
I stay here several times a year as my business has me in the city a fair amount. It's a perfect location in Chelsea, away from the high tourism of midtown, and close enough to the great hangouts in the Village. Convenient to major subway lines, and the staff is always super friendly.
I stay here several times a year as my business has me in the city a fair amount. It's a perfect location in Chelsea, away from the high tourism of midtown, and close enough to the great hangouts in the Village. Convenient to major subway lines, and the staff is always super friendly.
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Lalat
10 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
There was no staff at check in
There was no staff at check in
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Shinichiro
9 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
They are now operating as a limited-service hotel: no daily housekeeping service and front desk from the hours of 8am - 5pm. There are some staff not kindly. When I asked about facilities, they responded them , but they always said you should the mail that we sent.
They are now operating as a limited-service hotel: no daily housekeeping service and front desk from the hours of 8am - 5pm. There are some staff not kindly. When I asked about facilities, they responded them , but they always said you should the mail that we sent.
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Tony
18 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Apparently they don’t maintain staff on site after 5 pm. But checkout is 3? But they send a really shady checking email that uses an off site form to take your drivers license and credit card info. I refused to do that but booked same day so wasn’t able to get a refund.
Apparently they don’t maintain staff on site after 5 pm. But checkout is 3? But they send a really shady checking email that uses an off site form to take your drivers license and credit card info. I refused to do that but booked same day so wasn’t able to get a refund.
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Dan
23 Sept 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Everyone is so nice and helpful. This was a nice room with high ceilings, refrigerator and microwave. Close to metro and anything you need. I will stay here again.
Everyone is so nice and helpful. This was a nice room with high ceilings, refrigerator and microwave. Close to metro and anything you need. I will stay here again.
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Michel
5 Oct 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Felt that the hotel management made it a lot more difficult than necessary by asking me to check in before arriving at the hotel, or even arriving in NY.
Felt that the hotel management made it a lot more difficult than necessary by asking me to check in before arriving at the hotel, or even arriving in NY.
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Marjorie
29 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff onsite is very helpful. The problems are all with the absolutely inflexible reservation system. I’d booked one night and tried to add another. Nope, have to use Expedia. Now I’m in two different rooms and must transfer during our stay. Again staff made it easy to transfer but then was told I could stay in my original room which was a shared bathroom rather than the private bathroom. Nope. So staff had to move my bags and clean up room. Really needs a way to adjust reservations. First room was awkwardly shaped. Second room better but no side table for bed.
Staff onsite is very helpful. The problems are all with the absolutely inflexible reservation system. I’d booked one night and tried to add another. Nope, have to use Expedia. Now I’m in two different rooms and must transfer during our stay. Again staff made it easy to transfer but then was told I could stay in my original room which was a shared bathroom rather than the private bathroom. Nope. So staff had to move my bags and clean up room. Really needs a way to adjust reservations. First room was awkwardly shaped. Second room better but no side table for bed.
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RAMON
20 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
contactless, yet humanless response. Called thousands of times in front of the front door and never responded. Quite frustrating trying to communicate with a human being over the phone after 3pm. There is no elevator and my room was located on the the fifth floor. Awfully inconvenient for those carrying their own luggage.
contactless, yet humanless response. Called thousands of times in front of the front door and never responded. Quite frustrating trying to communicate with a human being over the phone after 3pm. There is no elevator and my room was located on the the fifth floor. Awfully inconvenient for those carrying their own luggage.
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Madeleine
23 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The staff at The Chelsea was fantastic. I needed first floor accommodations but at the time of my reservation the first floor was being renovated and unavailable. To my surprise, the information that was sent to me the night before my stay, included my first-floor request. Wilma saw that when the first floor was available, she immediately fulfilled that request. This is my second stay at The Chelsea Inn. I would highly recommend staying here. A delightful experience. Thank you.
The staff at The Chelsea was fantastic. I needed first floor accommodations but at the time of my reservation the first floor was being renovated and unavailable. To my surprise, the information that was sent to me the night before my stay, included my first-floor request. Wilma saw that when the first floor was available, she immediately fulfilled that request. This is my second stay at The Chelsea Inn. I would highly recommend staying here. A delightful experience. Thank you.
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Location
Central, walkable Chelsea/Union Square location close to multiple subway lines, shops and restaurants; many felt safe. Some rooms are affected by street or venue noise.
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Mitsuru
4 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location and nice staff.
Great location and nice staff.
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Patrick
6 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Superb location. Wonderful old building in excellent shape. Rooms are teeny but well organized. Great value for the price. Biggest issue: no elevator. We had a junior suite & those are on lower floors.
Superb location. Wonderful old building in excellent shape. Rooms are teeny but well organized. Great value for the price. Biggest issue: no elevator. We had a junior suite & those are on lower floors.
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Paul
28 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I enjoyed stying at Chelsea inn it location is awesome lots of shopping and eating and transportation is really close
I enjoyed stying at Chelsea inn it location is awesome lots of shopping and eating and transportation is really close
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Stephen
21 Oct 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
I stay here several times a year as my business has me in the city a fair amount. It's a perfect location in Chelsea, away from the high tourism of midtown, and close enough to the great hangouts in the Village. Convenient to major subway lines, and the staff is always super friendly.
I stay here several times a year as my business has me in the city a fair amount. It's a perfect location in Chelsea, away from the high tourism of midtown, and close enough to the great hangouts in the Village. Convenient to major subway lines, and the staff is always super friendly.
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Danielle
4 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This was perfect for what we needed it for. It's right on the F train which has stops at Herald Square, Bryant Park, and Rockefeller Center - perfect if you are in the city for Christmassy things. It's in a great neighborhood out of the tourist trap midtown area. The room was small but big enough for three of us (we got a room with a pull out couch). We also had a room with a private bath, which not all of these rooms have (but it's very clear when booking which type you are picking). We were also lucky to be on the 1st floor, since this is a 5 story walk-up. The bed was not very comfortable (sort of caved in in the middle and very squeaky!) but for significantly less money than any other hotel I could find for the busiest tourism week in NYC, it was fine!
This was perfect for what we needed it for. It's right on the F train which has stops at Herald Square, Bryant Park, and Rockefeller Center - perfect if you are in the city for Christmassy things. It's in a great neighborhood out of the tourist trap midtown area. The room was small but big enough for three of us (we got a room with a pull out couch). We also had a room with a private bath, which not all of these rooms have (but it's very clear when booking which type you are picking). We were also lucky to be on the 1st floor, since this is a 5 story walk-up. The bed was not very comfortable (sort of caved in in the middle and very squeaky!) but for significantly less money than any other hotel I could find for the busiest tourism week in NYC, it was fine!
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Vanessa
20 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Location was convenient to public transportation.
Location was convenient to public transportation.
8
Kenneth
28 Jul 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Overall, the staying in Chelsea Inn was good. The location is very centered (nearby restaurants, MTA stations, etc.). I just didn’t liked when having an accident in the linen sheets, you don’t have a housekeeper to change it because they have the Policy about asking for housekeeping service the night before. I think it was an excellent quality-price relation.
Overall, the staying in Chelsea Inn was good. The location is very centered (nearby restaurants, MTA stations, etc.). I just didn’t liked when having an accident in the linen sheets, you don’t have a housekeeper to change it because they have the Policy about asking for housekeeping service the night before. I think it was an excellent quality-price relation.
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Amy
1 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location, clean, affordable. I love this place! I got a room with a private bathroom. Slept very well. I felt safe walking alone in the neighborhood. This is my go-to affordable NYC hotel.
Great location, clean, affordable. I love this place! I got a room with a private bathroom. Slept very well. I felt safe walking alone in the neighborhood. This is my go-to affordable NYC hotel.
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Sylvia
9 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent location
Excellent location
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James Roy
8 Apr 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Centrally located and very private.
Centrally located and very private.
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Sami
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 5 nights
The Chelsea Inn location is perfect for travellers. It was so easy getting around. The place is lovely. I would highly recommend it. Thank you for a lovely stay. Hopefully I will visit New York again!!! What an amazing city!!
The Chelsea Inn location is perfect for travellers. It was so easy getting around. The place is lovely. I would highly recommend it. Thank you for a lovely stay. Hopefully I will visit New York again!!! What an amazing city!!
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Meghan
15 Aug 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
The room and building was clean and well kept. However, the check-in process is “contactless” which doesn’t deliver a feeling of hospitality. I rated the amenities a single star out of 5 since there is no ice available for guests, and you service your own room with trash removal and linen service. The largest issue was the fact that the room was so small that you could barely walk around the queen sized bed. You will be hard pressed to find a place to put your luggage,
The room and building was clean and well kept. However, the check-in process is “contactless” which doesn’t deliver a feeling of hospitality. I rated the amenities a single star out of 5 since there is no ice available for guests, and you service your own room with trash removal and linen service. The largest issue was the fact that the room was so small that you could barely walk around the queen sized bed. You will be hard pressed to find a place to put your luggage,
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Daniel
8 Aug 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Never agreed to a shared bathroom on 5th floor with no elevator.
Never agreed to a shared bathroom on 5th floor with no elevator.
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Whitney
31 Jul 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Beds are not the most comfortable, BUT the staff was wonderful and the rooms were clean. It was the perfect place for a few nights in NYC.
Beds are not the most comfortable, BUT the staff was wonderful and the rooms were clean. It was the perfect place for a few nights in NYC.
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Heather
29 Jul 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Limited outlets; the room is extremely small and located right at the entry door and on street level. It was very difficult to feel safe, and it was noisy. Positives: The staff was excellent. Particularly, Wilma was outstanding. She was pleasant, accommodating, responsive, and helpful.
Limited outlets; the room is extremely small and located right at the entry door and on street level. It was very difficult to feel safe, and it was noisy. Positives: The staff was excellent. Particularly, Wilma was outstanding. She was pleasant, accommodating, responsive, and helpful.
Property policies
Check-in
Check-out
From 15:00 to 00:00
Before 11:00
FAQs about Chelsea Inn
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is at 3:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The property is centrally located in New York, just a 3-minute walk from 5th Avenue and 12 minutes on foot from New York University. It is 0.7 miles from Washington Square Park and 0.8 miles from The High Line Park.
What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not specified.
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- 2026-09-21: 419.82028740069575USD
- 2026-09-22: 561.3581630071411USD
- 2026-09-23: 561.2184144759522USD
- 2026-09-24: 415.7612085896301USD
- 2026-09-25: 404.6431392987365USD
- 2026-09-26: 407.76829662844847USD
- 2026-09-27: 217.2518521469879USD
- 2026-09-28: 267.8501311392822USD
- 2026-09-29: 395.7499229461975USD
- 2026-09-30: 395.78213199053954USD
- 2026-10-01: 277.31242674357605USD
- 2026-10-02: 361.2405544187317USD
- 2026-10-03: 379.7124237483215USD
- 2026-10-04: 283.8875247337341USD
- 2026-10-05: 275.8688279365082USD
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- 2026-10-08: 435.95930669024654USD
- 2026-10-09: 450.57330693276975USD
- 2026-10-10: 467.6812376381836USD
- 2026-10-11: 340.3790556080932USD
- 2026-10-12: 291.8546870600128USD
- 2026-10-13: 327.83255920205687USD
- 2026-10-14: 431.7406611054077USD
- 2026-10-15: 346.49131139111324USD
- 2026-10-16: 412.31543926443476USD
- 2026-10-17: 428.31418200567623USD
- 2026-10-18: 304.3046091347351USD
- 2026-10-19: 308.45243002316283USD
- 2026-10-20: 353.7049052837829USD
- 2026-10-21: 358.54189411770625USD
- 2026-10-22: 373.2138354389038USD
- 2026-10-23: 404.37402657305904USD
- 2026-10-24: 404.2194583613586USD
- 2026-10-25: 243.08558257664487USD
- 2026-10-26: 264.32061829879757USD
- 2026-10-27: 305.2320536060791USD
- 2026-10-28: 370.6182440797729USD
- 2026-10-29: 367.84872388119504USD
- 2026-10-30: 522.5869570943909USD
- 2026-10-31: 524.5964846510619USD
- 2026-11-01: 313.0575489389648USD
- 2026-11-02: 313.63530527206416USD
- 2026-11-03: 264.23689238407894USD
- 2026-11-04: 257.783291133316USD
- 2026-11-05: 278.63190632621763USD
- 2026-11-06: 334.4321043848877USD
- 2026-11-07: 335.76749488342284USD
- 2026-11-08: 209.42639201524352USD
- 2026-11-09: 218.56576994929503USD
- 2026-11-10: 234.51297821958923USD
- 2026-11-11: 242.4865823547363USD
- 2026-11-12: 232.41974234877011USD
- 2026-11-13: 324.3803128668518USD
- 2026-11-14: 316.142647369812USD
- 2026-11-15: 195.46773142137144USD
There is no front desk at this property. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival.
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 21 years old.
You'll be required to pay the following fully refundable deposit.
Cash deposit: USD 250.00 per accommodation, per stay
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
- This property accepts credit cards and debit cards
- Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
- Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- Alcohol is not served at this property.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- Housekeeping fee: USD 35
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Popular amenities
Free wi-fi
Non-smoking rooms
Housekeeping
Safe-deposit box
Express check-in/check-out
Services
Housekeeping
Safe-deposit box
Express check-in/check-out
General
Non-smoking rooms
Internet
Free wi-fi