Freehand New York

4.0 star property

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A restaurant with a checkered floor, wooden furniture, and large windows.
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A spacious living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and potted plants.
A rooftop patio with hexagonal tiles, green metal chairs, and potted plants.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$310
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug

Explore the area

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23 Lexington Ave, New York, NY, 10010
  • Place, Gramercy Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Madison Square Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, 5th Avenue
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

King

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(54 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium Queen

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(105 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Private Quad

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Three Company

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(40 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Corner King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Cozy Queen

7.8 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Queen

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium Quad

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium King

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(37 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Gallery Suite

  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Corner King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Three's Company Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Solo Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

GW Suite

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

New York

Freehand New York puts you in the heart of New York, within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like 5th Avenue and Madison Square Park. Highlights at this Art Deco hotel include 3 bars/lounges, a restaurant and a nightclub. .The restaurant, Comodo, serves seafood and is open for brunch, lunch and dinner. Broken Shaker is the hotel's own rooftop bar, serving drinks along with dinner and light fare. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour gym and a coffee shop/cafe. To-go breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Within a 15-minute walk of this 4-property class Manhattan hotel, attractions include Empire State Building and Chelsea Hotel.

What's nearby

  • Gramercy Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Madison Square Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Flatiron Building - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • 5th Avenue - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Empire State Building - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • 23 St. Station (Park Av.) - 3 min walk
  • New York 23rd St. Station - 10 min walk
  • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Juice Generation - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • Hawksmoor NYC
  • ‪Ampersand - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Freehand New York

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. A nightclub, a 24-hour fitness centre, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Freehand New York. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services.

This 4-star New York hotel is smoke free.

  • 400 guestrooms or units
  • 18 levels
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1929
  • Nightclub
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Freehand New York offers 400 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bathrobes. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include a shower, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (USD 60 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily on-the-go breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 25 per person
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bar Calico
  • Broken Shaker
  • Comodo
  • Georgia Room
  • Smile to Go

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Nightclub

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 18 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1929
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 75
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during the winter:
  • One of the dining venues

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 75 lb per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 40.17 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 10.00 to 25 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 60.00 per day (656 ft away)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 75 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, mobile payments, Google Pay and Apple Pay. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Freehand New York Hotel
Freehand Hotel
Freehand
Freehand New York Hotel
Freehand New York New York
Freehand New York Hotel New York

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Freehand New York?

Freehand New York offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Freehand New York?

As of 7 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Freehand New York on 16 Aug 2026 start from NZ$310, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Freehand New York?

The closest beach to Freehand New York is Coney Island Beach (18.8 km).

Does Freehand New York serve breakfast?

Yep, to-go brekkie is on offer daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Freehand New York?

No, Freehand New York does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Freehand New York?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Freehand New York's onsite restaurant that serves seafood.The dining venue is closed during the winter.

What time are check-in & check-out at Freehand New York?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Freehand New York?

Dogs are welcome at Freehand New York, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of one pet, with a maximum weight of up to 34 kg per pet.

Freehand New York Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1232 out of 2098 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 426 out of 2098 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 255 out of 2098 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 108 out of 2098 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 77 out of 2098 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness
Great hotel, love the location and fun vibe
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room nice staff and food options are located in the hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marcy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, staff really helpful, and the location was fabulous.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Silvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really cool vibe, great location!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were attentive & paid attention to details. Great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darcy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This hotel was very clean and staff was friendly. It was in a great location to visit our son.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good features, good food available on site.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff is great and location is easy to get around town.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was beautiful and great location - the rooms were a little worn down but clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, good sized room with lots of amenities-perfect location!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a great value and cool hip hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jerrica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful stay. The staff was AMAZING, room was unique and fun! WOULD STAY AGAIN!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nitara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, beautiful hotel. Italian restaurant jus opened next door, will def stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly service, clean rooms and convenient location to all attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vladyslav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel in NYC period
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great staff, clean hotel, great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Great property and location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and out. Very good location. Nice rooms. Would definitely go back
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great hotel in very convenient location to walking to everywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

AXEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean and cozy… great people vibe… very convenient and centric location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cecily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has small things that make a big difference in comfort and sleep, like windows you can open for some fresh air and air conditioning that works well but is quiet. The staff was nice too and the lobby was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nichole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cool hotel and unique
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026