Hotel Pod 39, New York

Only coffee included at breakfast, but pastries etc. can be bought at the cafe.

The hotel is very close to the subway and many restaurants. We had bagels right around the corner, and they were magnificent. Pod 39 is essentially the same as any other good hotel, but with smaller rooms, which drives the lower prices.

The only concern was that our used towels were taken by the facilities workers, but were not replaced with fresh ones. This problem was solved very quickly when we contacted the front desk staff.

The rooftop views, the friendly and helpful staff

The location, the staff, the facilities.

The bathroom shower splashes water out of the shower and the bathroom tends to get very wet.

Basic and minimal, but very clean, functional and comfortable

Everything was as expected for a Pod hotel.

Room was clean. I was given an upgrade to a queen room. Staff were friendly

I would have liked access to laundry facilities.

Room was very very small.

For breakfast, they offered free coffee or tea. While the bed is a bunk bed, the setup with a small lamp and shelf is very nice and allows some individual spaces in the room. Moreover, the mattress were very comfortable.

The restroom door is glass with only part of it frosted, and technically, you can see through it from the top bunk bed. This setup will request some trust if you are traveling with someone. In addition, both the room and the restroom are tiny; consider your luggage size when traveling.

Great location very near grand central.

A little noisy at night which might be an issue for light sleepers (thankfully I’m a heavy sleeper).

Great location, very clean and free gym pass included with stay.

Pricey for a single bed room.

The location is excellent. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The best was the roof terrace on the 17th floor! And I was happy that my room was facing the back, without street noise!

The size of the room is really very small, but gradually I got used to it.

Room, location, bed. Bathroom is quite enough if you are a solo traveler.

No kettle, or mini-fridge

Location, staff

Noisy

Excellent staff!

Small rooms :)

The room was value for money

I had some issues with cleanliness. The main door to the room has a lot of marks and could’ve been better cleaned. The bathroom door also had marks

Friendly staff and going the extra mile to make your life easier. Communicate regularly and check up on your experience

The room was not really cleaned well. It was a bit dusty and the linen was worn out

The staff were incredibly helpful and friendly! My room had a really loud neighboring wall and they switched me to a different room right away, which was incredibly appreciated.

Perfect location - close to Grand Central Station, walking distance to main attractions such as the Rockefeller Center or Central Park. Everything is also easy to reach with the subway. The room is small but has everything you need, housekeeping was very good as well! We even got a room on the 13th floor with a nice view :)

Since the bathroom is 'built in' the room, there's not a lot of privacy as the door is also only a sliding door.

Location

Noise.

I liked the location. Very central to everything. Good bathroom. Staff were helpful . Cleaners excellent.

The room is quite small. I should have been prepared but since I was staying nights..... It would have been good to hav e areal glass provided.

Price, location, terrace bar

Limited choice of breakfast

Comfortable bed, very nice bathroom!

The free walking tours. Reception staff were helpful and engaging.

We tried several times to have a drink in the bar, but it was either closed or "not yet open" although I didn't note any limitation on opening/closing times. The room was very "compact and bijoux" - it was OK because we were out most of the day, but you would struggle to spend any amount of time there (other than when you are sleeping).

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Room was incredibly clean and bed was very comfortable. The shower was very nice. Location is on a quiet street right by grand central.

The room is definitely a "pod." Hardly any space for our two suitcases and two backpacks. So come prepared for a small space.

Small room with everything you need and a street view that allowed for natural light. Upon arrival, we were lucky to receive a free upgrade to a slightly larger room, which greatly improved the overall value. The staff was very friendly and answered all our questions and concerns kindly. The hotel is in an excellent location near Bryant Park, with many restaurants and attractions nearby. There’s no laundry on-site, but there’s one just a 1-minute walk away. The subway is one block from the hotel. In the morning, breakfast is served at the restaurant with complimentary coffee. When we requested a taxi to return to the airport, the staff kindly arranged a flat-rate ride for us, and everything went smoothly. Thank you very much!

I cant think of anything. Thanks a lot!

Everything is very comfortable! The beds are good, there are many commodities, and the overall vibe of the hotel is great! The AC worked well. Housekeeping was punctual and very polite. You don't go to New York to stay inside your hotel room, so we didn't mind it being tiny.

the location is great - i love this section of the city the staff is really nice and helpful the room is clean and comfortable. the hotel itself looks really good the free coffee in the morning in the bar is also great to have

the room is very small - but for this price in NYC this is what you can get. the main thing that is missing is a refrigerator.

Bed was comfortable Location was amazing this is essentially what you’re paying for Room was fine for sleeping and changing but not a room to spend arduous amount of time in

Room could barely swing a cat in - if you have more than 2 large suitcases and a cabin bag you’ll struggle to move Shower was a pain if you don’t want to wash your hair And the door to the bathroom is only frosted in middle so if with friends you have to time going to the bathroom and showering so don’t see one another

Always a consistent good level of comfort and service. Great location, restaurants, coffee shops and grand central station all short walks away.

locatie, very friendly and helpful personel.

Shower

Rooftop bar closed, Uncomfortable beds

Location

The bathroom was a mess. I think they gave a room for people with disabilities where there was no division between the shower and toilet. So the water was all over the place. I had asked for room service and the lady took my towel to clean the floor. I could have done that myself. I did not see any cleaning supplies.

It’s one of the few hotels in manhattan which you’ll get for a decent price. The rooms are small, so ideal for solo travelers, not so much two people. Great location.

Some rooms are hit or miss when it comes to having a proper wardrobe space with hangers. But the staff were nice enough to let me change to a better layout room. It’s a bit outdated but for New York, it will do.

Location

Really small room, noisy HVAC

Location

Location and rooftop

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I stay at the Pod hotels frequently and I find them to be exceptionally clean, comfortable, and a great value. The rooms are well designed with everything I need and nothing that I do not.

No complaints.

Beds were comfortable. Room was tiny but very clean. Bathroom clean. The location fantastic .

The fact that we couldn't open the window (couldn't reach because of the shutters). And the aircon was beastly loud. Awful.

Great great location and daily housekeeping

Outdated facilities in general however good for price

Good place, it delivered what was expected. Nice hotell, free guiding, rooftop bar, friendly staff. The rooms are clean, the beds are good ... yes the rooms are small.

Nothing in particular. Value for the money? Well, hotells are expensive in New York.

affordable & great location

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Great location, only 2 blocks to grand central station. It was perfect to get to all the sights. The room was small but perfect when you are gone all day and only really using it for sleeping. Beds and towels changed daily. Free tea/coffee in the morning was included which was lovely.

The toilet doors are only sliding doors so doesn’t allow for a huge amount of privacy. Didn’t matter to us as we were travelling as a family but just to note if you were travelling with someone you didn’t know very well.

Its location perfect near my daughters and Grand Central Station. I love the bar/cafe and free coffee. My daughters played pool and we meet there and play games. Miss the ping pong table!

I'm a senior and would appreciate a senior discount.

The room was very clean, it's designed to be very efficient and it is. I like that there were enough sleeping pillows. The heat/cooling system was too loud which made it hard to sleep through the night. The staff at the desk was okay.

The loud fan and cooling system in the room.

The hotel staff was very welcoming and friendly both at check in and check out. I was upgraded to a queen room upon arrival, which I greatly appreciated. The hotel is located right in the heart of Murray Hill and is close to public transport. The room was tiny, just barely bigger then the bed, and there was not much space for luggage, but good enough for one person. I will say, the bed was VERY comfortable! The stay was definitely worth the money for a short solo stay!

Local very central.

The room is too small. Breakfast with few options and not included.

The hotel is centrally located with super convenient access to restaurants, cafes, tourist attractions, and public transportation. You can easily walk from the hotel to most places in Manhattan. The staff are friendly and there is free coffee in the morning. The bed is comfortable. The rooms are designed practically, you can store your things away and organize yourself.

The rooms are very small, which isn't surprising since the size is clearly stated. But it's almost difficult to open your suitcase in the room if you have a slightly bigger suitcase. I stayed alone, which was manageable, but it might be challenging for couples/families. The walls are thin, so I could hear the other guests at night.

Free coffee was delicious and a nice perk. Free poncho’s and a ride to the airport for a good price.

Roof top bar closed at 10:00, another hour or two would have been better.

It was good, location is good too

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