Is parking available at the hotel?

Parking is available offsite, approximately 0.5 miles away, at a cost of USD 45 per day. Reservations are not mentioned as required.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A continental breakfast is available daily from 7:00 AM to noon for a fee, approximately USD 3 to 10 for adults and children.

Does the hotel allow pets?

Pets are allowed at the hotel with a fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is at 3:00 PM and check-out is at 12:00 PM. Early check-in and late check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The hotel offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible facilities. However, specific details on room accessibility and pool access features are not provided.

Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is centrally located in New York City, within a 10-minute walk of Grand Central Terminal and SUMMIT One Vanderbilt. It is also 0.5 miles from the New York Public Library and 0.6 miles from Bryant Park.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the hotel, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.

Pod 39 Hotel in New York

Average nightly price at Pod 39 by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$110
February	US$119
March	US$154
April	US$176
May	US$216
June	US$241
July	US$205
August	US$143
September	US$317
October	US$318
November	US$242
December	US$307

What guests think

At Pod 39, travellers highlight a central, walkable location and friendly staff, with compact, well-designed rooms that suit short or solo stays and a lively rooftop scene, alongside some comfort compromises.

Most reviews praise cleanliness and daily housekeeping, though a few cite dusty areas, odors or worn fixtures. Common drawbacks include limited bathroom privacy, occasionally loud or finicky HVAC, and slow elevators. Free morning coffee and luggage storage add value, but a mandatory daily facility fee and variable bar/restaurant hours frustrate some guests. Expect an efficient, budget-minded Midtown base.

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Facilities

Rooftop terrace/bar and a lobby bar are highlights; guests appreciate free morning coffee, water stations, luggage storage and occasional walking tours. Several report a mandatory daily facility fee, elevator waits, and that parking is via a nearby garage.

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Monica

20 Jun 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

I always love staying at the Pod - and this time didn't disappoint. The room design and storage is well-thought out and I'm comfortable when I come home from the day to sleep. This trip there seemed to be constant issues with the elevators - I saw repairment working on them at least one day of my trip, and my last morning, there was a long wait when it appeared that all 3 elevators were down, or at least not responding to the buttons. I actually checked out early because I was nervous my travel would be delayed if I was stuck on the 14th floor with a suitcase!

10

Fernando

21 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great price, the location was fairly close to broadway, and many restaurants. You can be in Time Square in less than 30 min walking. The room is small, we were tired so we slept well, but there the walls are thin, so you can hear many sounds at night. For a night or two is great. Also they offer parking a property around the corner, so that was great, we probably will be back.

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Mark

1 Nov 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The facility fee $22 plus facility fee tz of $2.20 was not mentioned as Hotels website indicated that the price included all fees and taxes. When I checked in it was not mentioned either. The check in person said that I was all paid up and my credit card would only be used if I charged something to the room. Instead I was charged an additional $68.

8

Michael

4 Sept 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

I was there for a solo trip and this place checks all the boxes. I’m used to the tight spaces associated with nyc living, and this definitely fits the bill. As expected with a place called pod, this is a small room, equipped with full bathroom, safe, twin bed, hangers, and desk. Only thing missing was a mini fridge. It’s absolutely perfect for nyc on a budget or brief trips where youre not looking for lavishnes. The hotel staff was friendly and helpful. The amenities were great to get you going including free coffee in the morning and gym day passes to the blink around the corner. The rooftop bar is beauitful and a great place to get your work done during the day because no one really utilized it. There was exterior construction during the day but that didnt disturb any of my sleeping hours.

10

Tina

12 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Cute and affordable Design-Hotel in the hearth of New York. The rooftop is adorable, the rooms are very clean, but tiny. It’s just impressive how they use every space. Every room got its own bathroom, the glass sliding-door just does not leave a lot of privacy in it. The rooftop bar is adorable, you can see the Empire State Building and the Chrysler Building. The free coffee and tea in the morning is a big plus. For that price the best deal we found in New York.

8

Pushpakantha

17 Oct 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Stayed at Pod 39 for 4 nights. Location was perfect to visit places of interest. Staff were super friendly and helpful with advice on how navigate in New York. Free coffee available in the morning and other items were for purchase. Water station available to fill water bottles. We arrived early and our luggage was stored for free. Rooms are cleaned daily with a fresh supply of towels. They also offer free tours of the city. The only issue I had was that the room doors needed to be cleaned. Overall I felt the place safe with easy access to Grand Central subway.

10

William

28 Nov 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

Great Location, Great Terrace

8

Nerissa

24 Aug 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Front desk can be a bit rude. The restaurant wasn’t great but other than that no issues. Clean and excellent location. Fantastic rooftop bar.

10

Lidia

7 Jun 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Our stay at Pod 39 was very enjoyable. The hotel location is perfect. Quiet yet close to Grand Central, Chrysrel Building, Empire State and Times Square, lots of shop and eating out options nearby. The hotel itself is in good condition. Its highlight is the rooftop. In the morning the bar is closed but you can still go there and eat breakfast & enjoy the views. Downstairs they have another bar. In the morning there is a free coffee and tea and some breakfast options are available to buy like pastries, sandwiches or fresh fruit. There is also a drinkable water station available all day. Staff were amazing and very helpful. They offered quick check-in, check-out and free luggage storage. We had a small issue with our room but they were very prompt to help us out. Since they couldn't resolve the problem, they changed our room and offered us breakfast vouchers. The room was exactly what we expected from the photos. It was small, the bathroom doors were glass sliding, not offering too much privacy. But for us it was perfect, it was comfortable, offered everything we needed. The first room we had, on the 5th floor was quite dark as the window was looking at the small back courtyard, completely surrounded by other buildings. The other room, located at the 11th floor, located on the same side, was much better. My only pointer would be to bring a charging block with you, not just a cable, as our room had only 1 USB socket.

4

Margareta

3 Nov 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

WARNING!!! If you book this hotel with hotels.com (or similar site) YOU WILL BE CHARGED with a "facility fee" + tax, regardless of what you payed in advance. This fee is $23/day. The hotel registers your card for deposit upon arrival, claims that the fee is for complimentary tea and coffee, guided tours and "access to the gym" and claims that you will only be charged based on how much you used these "services". However, they have no way of checking what services you have actually used and charge the whole fee anyway. We stayed for 5 nights and it set us back $115 in unexpected costs. We did not use the gym or took any tours. This turned out to be the most expensive "free" coffee of our life... Another important notice. The hotel claims that the "Full Pod room" has "capacity to sleep two guests". This is very much stretching the truth. Two normal sized adults will not have a good time in this room, unless you are comfortable with going to the bathroom 12 inches from your co-traveler's face. The short video on the website showing the room is cut in a way that does not display reality. So, if you still choose to book with these guys, make sure to book directly on their website to avoid hidden fees and book a bigger room if you aren't traveling solo. Or better, choose another hotel.

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Cleanliness

Most reviews describe rooms and bathrooms as very clean with reliable daily housekeeping. Some note lapses such as dusty doors, dirty remotes, mold or odors, and occasional mess at the coffee area.

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10

Evelyn

10 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel is consistently clean and efficient. Coffee in the morning for guests and close to transportation. Quiet and well equipped. Front desk are friendly and always willing to help. Good job guys!!!

8

Shawn

4 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff is nice, rooftop is cool. Rooms could be cleaner, mattress sucks (think ikea innerspring)

8

Shannan

21 May 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

The room is tiny, but that was expected. The desk is fastened to the wall in such a way that it obstructs the power receptacles. but the worst thing was that every morning the area around the coffee service was very dirty. The garbage can was filthy, always filled, and constantly running out of the different creamers.

6

Annacarolina

22 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Unfortunately, my bed sheets were not clean and had recent stains, the air conditioning was leaking and there was a mold smell in the bedroom. For some reason the fire alarm went out 3 times in the middle of the night for no apparent reason. They say in the hotel facilities that there will be bottles of water in the room but there was none. The hallways are super noisy. My room was just under the rooftop bar and there was a lot of movement in the hallway for dragging boxes around. Staff are friendly and location is good

10

Laurent

7 Oct 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Was very clean house keeping daily and great location

10

Crystal

21 Nov 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The room was neat and clean. Good sound proofing, awesome location.

10

YUMIKO

15 Aug 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

The bathroom is clean, the staff is friendly, and it's convenient.

8

Thomas

7 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I enjoyed my stay at the Pod 39 the staff were very kind and the room was just what I needed for my one night trip to new york city. I will note that the remote for the TV was very gross and almost caked in dirt and I was worried the rest of the room may be as gross but it seemed fine. I definitely recommend the stay for the price, I will most certainly be staying here again but I will not touch that TV remote!

10

Adrian

3 Jan 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The cleanliness was exceptional, the front desk staff were incredibly welcoming, and the beds were comfortable. I slept very well at this hotel and I’d stay again, especially considering the pricing for such a centrally located area in New York City. Thank you Pod 39, you made my stay quite lovely. Happy New Year!

4

John

17 Feb 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

Room 509 - Door frame covered in dust, door has dirty grease marks. Shower shampoo bottles had mould on them. AC turns on randomly even when switched off. Buzzing noise by bed, hard to sleep.

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Rooms

Rooms are very small but efficiently laid out, suiting solo or short stays; bathroom privacy is limited due to glass sliding doors and shower space can be tight. Some report loud or finicky HVAC, awkward layouts, drafty windows, outlet issues, and a lack of in-room fridges.

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mirhanda

16 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Bed was okay, very small room, TINY shower, no doors for bathroom, they were sectioned off with glass and you can hear/ smell everything. Wouldn’t go there again, room smelled bad..

10

Kerry

27 Feb 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

My only complaint about Pod39 is that the outlets above the desk never seem to work. I always have to climb under the desk to use the outlets to charge my phone and other electronic devices. As a senior, that’s not very convenient.

2

Yelena

24 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Throughout the night we were woken up by (a) the buzzing of a very loud hvac system and (b) constant temperature shifts from too cold to too hot, which made for an exhausting interruptive sleep; the shower pressure was extraordinary low

8

Natalie

9 Oct 2025

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Stayed 8 nights

Very nice single room, small but sufficient with enough space for everything. Generous on towels :) quiet, nice location near grand central

6

Lisa

30 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room had draft from outside The windows are not double paneled The bed should be moved away from Window. The amenities are poor quality - shampoo and body wash Staff nice Location is great

6

iain

17 Sept 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Its an OK option. Great location. Poor design choices mean the small space doesnt work as well as it could - so the narrow shower area (fine) gets more unpleasant because a nylon shower curtain is continually blown by the air con and constantly wraps around you. Little fixes would make it better.

6

Liang Yueh

19 Sept 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

The room was too small to stay and not comfortable!

10

Mya

16 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Really enjoyed in comfort and accessibility. Stunning views on the 17th floor and the staff were extremely helpful & kind.

8

Andres

7 Nov 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

This is a decent and clean Hotel is you are on a budget. The rooms are small but it’s well located and I wouldn’t stay there for too many nights though and btw the bathroom it’s right there in the room without much privacy so keep that in mind if you are staying with so someone else. This is the perfect Hotel if you are traveling alone in my opinion and on a budget. Again, not bad but it is what it is.

8

John

21 Dec 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The Room was clean but small. The bed placement was difficult, as I kept banging my leg trying to get into it. We had a room facing the street, so it was a bit noisy.

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Service

Staff are consistently friendly, responsive and efficient, with smooth check-in/out, quick fixes, and occasional upgrades or early check-in/luggage storage. A few guests mentioned curt interactions or complicated check-in.

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Steffanie

17 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Horrendously complicated checking-in with staff making it unnecessarily complicated. Never again

10

Brian

21 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff who checked me in was friendly and answered all of my questions.

10

Nora

23 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Comfortable and clean room. Staff were helpful and accommodating

10

Bob

19 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great, fast, friendly check in. Upgraded. And was able to check in a bit early!

10

Frank

4 Nov 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Originally had a full size booked, was upgraded to a queen for free. Everyday room was cleaned with bed being made and fresh towels. Was perfect for my stay and just what I needed.

8

Pushpakantha

17 Oct 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Stayed at Pod 39 for 4 nights. Location was perfect to visit places of interest. Staff were super friendly and helpful with advice on how navigate in New York. Free coffee available in the morning and other items were for purchase. Water station available to fill water bottles. We arrived early and our luggage was stored for free. Rooms are cleaned daily with a fresh supply of towels. They also offer free tours of the city. The only issue I had was that the room doors needed to be cleaned. Overall I felt the place safe with easy access to Grand Central subway.

10

marilyn

18 Sept 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

This was my third or fourth stay at Pod39. Staff is unfailingly helpful and responsive. Housekeeping is great and the location is wonderful. Yes, the rooms are small, but they're intelligently designed and laid out.

10

John

30 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Always a great stay!!! I’ve never been disappointed with the Pod hotels. For the first time I took one of the free tours provided by the hotel. Also very pleased with the actual tour and the wonderful tour guide. Housecleaning is A+. Front end staff is excellent.

10

Denise

12 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent service and location

8

Yuri

30 Aug 2025

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Stayed 8 nights

Pod 39 is conveniently located and reasonably priced. The front desck staff might be politer.

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Location

Central Murray Hill location a few blocks from Grand Central makes getting around easy by foot or transit; many found the area safe and convenient. Ideal for exploring Midtown and beyond.

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James

31 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great central location!

8

Tom

22 May 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Room is small but clean and well maintained. Quiet and centrally located. Three blocks from Grand Central Station. Easy access for taxis and Lyft/Uber. Great bargain

8

Tamara

11 Sept 2023

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Stayed 7 nights

Great functional bedrooms and great facilities. Excellent location. Rooftop bar a definite asset. Really friendly staff. No fridge in room. And lift capacity a bit of a problem during busy periods. really great place.

8

Gayle

14 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Pod 39 is in an excellent location for getting pretty well anywhere in the city; it's easy to walk and to get public transport. The room was comfortable and quiet, and the staff was nice.

10

Jean

21 Feb 2025

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Great location. Very clean place to stay. Very convenient to subway and also walking.

10

Ashley

9 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean and great location. Friendly service. Room was very small but that was to be expected. I don’t think I would have enjoyed it if I was sharing the room with others since for example the bathroom is pretty close to the bed, but I think it is great for solo traveling. Appreciated the rain shower head. The hotel has a fun, hip vibe to it. I LOVED the rooftop.

10

tammy

11 Aug 2025

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Stayed 8 nights

Great location for subway, restaurants, and bars.

10

Isabelle

7 Apr 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Super clean and quiet room in the middle of midtown! Very good located, close tonGrand Central Terminal. I had a pleasant stay at the Pod 39.

10

Jaclyn

5 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location

10

Mafwa

25 Dec 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Great location with easy access to Grand Central Station, the New York Public Library and Times Square. Plenty of eating options within a block radius and great amenities at the hotel itself. Well worth the stay and would definitely go back.

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Dining

Free morning coffee/tea are popular, and the rooftop and lobby bars add atmosphere. On-site food options are limited, hours can vary, and several found rooftop drinks pricey or the restaurant underwhelming.

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HEMA

12 Jun 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Great hotel, located in a quieter area of lexington avenue, but still walking distance to main tourist areas. Great bonus of free tea & coffee

10

Charles

23 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I liked the retro vibes, the nostalgic restaurant and the rooftop bar.

10

Tina

12 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Cute and affordable Design-Hotel in the hearth of New York. The rooftop is adorable, the rooms are very clean, but tiny. It’s just impressive how they use every space. Every room got its own bathroom, the glass sliding-door just does not leave a lot of privacy in it. The rooftop bar is adorable, you can see the Empire State Building and the Chrysler Building. The free coffee and tea in the morning is a big plus. For that price the best deal we found in New York.

10

Gisell

4 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The location is extraordinary, great rates, amazing common areas, the restaurant and the bars are amazing. Very friendly and supportive staff.

8

Rebecca

8 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location, free coffee, great shower, very good housekeeping.

8

Susana

30 Jun 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The location of the hotel is perfect for moving around the city. As expected, the room was very small, but that's ok. I wish there were more hangers for accommodating stuff, and a mini fridge. The bed and pillows were very comfortable, and the AC perfect for the hot summer. What I didn't like about there room was how little privacy the bathroom has, since the door is a clear sliding door just next to the bed. Also, there is no extractor in the bathroom and the room gets humid after taking showers. The rooftop has a pretty view, but the drinks are poorly made and very very expensive for how low quality they are.

10

kenneth

7 Sept 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Staff friendly , professional, loved the roof top and bartenders ! The morning staff was also nice , and accommodating! I wish the menu was a little more extensive in all areas ! Overall great location !

8

Nerissa

24 Aug 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Front desk can be a bit rude. The restaurant wasn’t great but other than that no issues. Clean and excellent location. Fantastic rooftop bar.

8

Kelsey

13 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Pod 39 was great for what we needed. 1 night stay local to the train. I wish the rooftop bar was open later than 11pm but it didn't ruin the night

10

Lidia

7 Jun 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Our stay at Pod 39 was very enjoyable. The hotel location is perfect. Quiet yet close to Grand Central, Chrysrel Building, Empire State and Times Square, lots of shop and eating out options nearby. The hotel itself is in good condition. Its highlight is the rooftop. In the morning the bar is closed but you can still go there and eat breakfast & enjoy the views. Downstairs they have another bar. In the morning there is a free coffee and tea and some breakfast options are available to buy like pastries, sandwiches or fresh fruit. There is also a drinkable water station available all day. Staff were amazing and very helpful. They offered quick check-in, check-out and free luggage storage. We had a small issue with our room but they were very prompt to help us out. Since they couldn't resolve the problem, they changed our room and offered us breakfast vouchers. The room was exactly what we expected from the photos. It was small, the bathroom doors were glass sliding, not offering too much privacy. But for us it was perfect, it was comfortable, offered everything we needed. The first room we had, on the 5th floor was quite dark as the window was looking at the small back courtyard, completely surrounded by other buildings. The other room, located at the 11th floor, located on the same side, was much better. My only pointer would be to bring a charging block with you, not just a cable, as our room had only 1 USB socket.

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1 $245	2 $268	3 $358	4 $396	5 $357	6 $353	7 $400
8 $186	9 $195	10 $305	11 $304	12 $304	13 $394	14 $372
15 $177	16 $220	17 $231	18 $231	19 $240	20 $313	21 $333
22 $155	23 $155	24 $178	25 $436	26 $346	27 $323	28 $286
29 $175	30 $234

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