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Pod 51

3.0 star property
Hotel with a rooftop terrace, 9-minute walk to 5th Avenue

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American cuisine
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
American cuisine
Lobby sitting area
Lobby

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$203
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026

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230 E 51st St, New York, NY, 10022
  • Place, United Nations Headquarters
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, 5th Avenue
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Central Terminal
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, New York, NY (LGA-LaGuardia)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Single Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Bunk Room with Shared BathRoom

  • Sleeps 2

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Shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Room (Queen Pod ADA)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Room, Shared Bathroom (Bunk Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Cable/satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Room (Full Pod)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Room (Queen Pod)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Room, Private Bathroom (Single Pod)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Room, Shared Bathroom (Single Pod)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Cable/satellite channels
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

1 Queen Bed ADA, Private Bath

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Studio Pod

  • Sleeps 4

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Veranda Pod: 1 Double + 1 Single With Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 3

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Double Double Pod

  • Sleeps 4

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Bunk Bed - Private Bath

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Single Room with Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Full Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

New York

Pod 51 puts you in the heart of New York, within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like 5th Avenue and St. Patrick's Cathedral. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and LCD TVs. .The restaurant, Clinton Hall, serves American cuisine. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this Manhattan hotel include Radio City Music Hall and Grand Central Terminal.

What's nearby

  • United Nations Headquarters - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • 5th Avenue - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Grand Central Terminal - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Rockefeller Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Central Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Lexington Av.-53 St. Station - 3 min walk
  • Grand Central - 42 St. Station - 11 min walk
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cornerstone Tavern - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Niall's on 52nd - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Horny Ram - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tearoom By Calmplex - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Clinton Hall - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Pod 51

Hotel with a rooftop terrace, 9-minute walk to 5th Avenue
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A rooftop terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Pod 51.

This New York hotel is smoke free.

  • 348 guestrooms or units
  • 14 levels
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Pod 51 offers 348 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. 27-inch LCD televisions come with premium digital channels. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Clinton Hall

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift

More

  • 14 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 27-inch LCD TV with premium digital channels

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 22.95 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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 22 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Pod 51
Pod 51 Hotel
Pod 51 Hotel New York
Pod 51 New York
Pod Hotel New York City
Pod Hotel Nyc
Pod New York City
The Pod Hotel
Pod 51 Hotel
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Pod 51 Hotel New York

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Pod 51?

Pod 51 offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Pod 51?

As of 27 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pod 51 on 4 Jan 2026 start from NZ$163.49, 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.

What makes Pod 51 a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Pod 51.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Pod 51?

No, Pod 51 does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Pod 51?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Pod 51?

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

Pod 51 Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 994 out of 1951 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 506 out of 1951 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 233 out of 1951 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 100 out of 1951 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 118 out of 1951 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fabio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything is fine, thank you for everybody works in the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
bed had a stain on sheets. mattress very hard and uncomfortable. i really liked the wooden louvre blinds - kept the room nice and dark!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed how available the shared barhrooms are, 2 per floor yet always available. I really liked how i could store my luggage for free in the lobby after checkout. The rooftop terrace is a nice bonus, with a view from 14 floors high. Had nice and quiet neighbors and made a noce experience staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room with private bathroom: all was good but the hammock shaped mattress needed to be rotated, flipped or more likely replaced. Good A/C and good water pressure.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hezekiah, Dyer

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Good location for prime spots.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jarrod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasper

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Nazanin

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Everything was clean but the rooms were way too small for me and my mom, the beds as well they said it was a queen but it felt like a twin in my opinion. For what you pay it was pretty expensive, but everything was walkable and near everything. The wifi wasn’t really good either.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis, Weston

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Ok which is ok if that is your goal

Toilet was too low for an older person to get off of. AC didn’t work but was necessary to circulate air.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff here is incredible, especially for what's probably considered to be value hotel. This was my second stay at a pod location, previously I stayed at Pod 39 and at both locations my room was ready when I arrived - hours before the official check in time - which after a long day of travel is such a wonderful surprise. The hotel is also quiet, some places I've stayed you can hear other doors opening and closing at all times of the night waking me up but not the case here at all. The room was kept so clean by the housekeeping team and was stocked very well throughout the entire stay. One down side is that there's no streaming services, just regular cable, but you're in NYC so who really needs that anyway?!?! It was nice to have additional communal bathrooms in the hallway for each person to get ready at the same time. Also, I wish the AC worked a little better, it stayed on and kicked out air but it shot straight up to the ceiling instead of out into the room so I had to keep it on constantly to keep the room comfortable but it wasn't a deterrent for me coming back. Lastly, located within 5 minutes walking to both the E Train and the 6 Line so getting around most parts of Manhattan was easy and light traffic on the street made transportation by car convenient as well. Thank you again for a great week, can't wait to come back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Not bad

Better than I thought it would be. Front desk staff was responsive, friendly, helpful. Room was about what you can expect. Only complaint really was noise from people hooping and hollering in the hallways. Noise came right through the door.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Volodymyr

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
If you come to NYC and want to have a nice stay, I recommend considering other options. You can often find much better hotels for the same price. This place is more like something between a hostel and a hotel. The beds are very uncomfortable, and many rooms don’t have a private bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julio, Dallas

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Kai

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Esteban

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

LUIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

bruce

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff, clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great for having a safe comfortable place to sleep at night if your trip is primarily geared towards being out in the town for most of the day. Did not offer things like mini refrigerator or microwave, but for a tiny space it won’t be practical.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madeline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lynn

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms in NYC were super expensive so we booked a bunk with shared bathroom. We thought how bad could it be? It was awful. The bathrooms were disgusting. Dirty water covering the floors, stunk horribly like someone gave birth to last week’s buffalo wings. We could not stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025