Pod 39

Unclaimed

We appreciated the convenient location and helpful front desk staff. Moving around the bed in a tight space when you stay as a couple is challenging. There is inadequate shelf space in the bathroom to place your toiletries. The single bathroom faucet handle prevents you from getting to hot water except when you fully blast the water pressure. The shower is nice and hot but so small it is very challenging not to splash water outside the shower stall. More instructions on where everything is would help on the back of the door. For example there's a magnetic sign to request cleaning help, but who knew that on the flip side of that sign is a sign for the cleaning staff to not disturb you. The clothes drawers are under the bed, but who knew? If you have packed food or buy take out and bring it in there is no refrigeration, so the best you can do is get an ice bucket which is of limited help in cooling food in catering containers. I would suggest management and customer service staff stay over in one of these rooms to get an idea of the actual logistical challenges. Great concept, and very clean rooms and hallways, but work is needed to make this hotel more functional for customers. Finally, the room charges vary per days of the month. This undercuts the idea of saving money by staying in a small space. Friday was $300 and Sunday was $180. the prices on the website should include all fees to make it more accurate. And the web-site should say that a $90 deposit is held beyond the room charges until 3 days after you leave.

Perfect location! So close to everything. Very quiet rooms which was surprising. As mentioned in other reviews, they are small rooms but we already knew it and had no issues. Great for a couple but the washroom is not THAT private so it may get embarrassing depending on the level of intimacy you have with the person on the same room as you. For us it was completely fine and would probably come back! Also, we got a free upgrade! Quick tips: the Tacos at Los Tacos no.1 and the Pizza at Previtti Pizza are close to the hotel and both are amazing!!

The hotel is clean and the staff is very friendly. Location is near multiple MTA lines (buses & subways) so it’s easy to get around the city. The rooms are - unique. Make sure you’re staying here with someone you’re comfortable with as the wall between the room and bathroom is just frosted glass and a sliding door without a latch. While I believe the interior design could have been much more functional, for what it is it’s not awful. I would stay here again.

Great location, super convenient to train connections, they also have walking tours each day that are included. The roof top bar has amazing views, however the drinks are a bit over priced. The room was clean and tidy and I really enjoyed my stay! The attendants at the front counter were incredibly helpful and nice! Highly recommend!

Convenient location, less than 10min walk from grand central Room is super clean, staff are super friendly Good quality of toiletries, finally some shampoo don't make my hair dry like straw. I love how they design the elevator and shaft, it's really cool The vent can be a little bit loud, but I wasn't bothered with it. They have a balcony bar.