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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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Terrace/patio
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
American cuisine
Lobby sitting area
Reception

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services

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

Room options

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Shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Room (Queen Pod ADA)

  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Room, Shared Bathroom (Bunk Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 90 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Room (Full Pod)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 112 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Room (Queen Pod)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 150 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Room, Private Bathroom (Single Pod)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 100 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Room, Shared Bathroom (Single Pod)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 80 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

New York

Located in Manhattan, Pod 51 is within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as 5th Avenue and St. Patrick's Cathedral. This hotel has 348 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and a rooftop terrace.

What's nearby

  • United Nations Headquarters - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • 5th Avenue - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Grand Central Terminal - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Rockefeller Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Central Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Lexington Av.-53 St. Station - 3 min walk
  • Grand Central - 42 St. Station - 11 min walk
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Panda Express - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ess-a-Bagel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Smith - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Buttercup Bake Shop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rosemary’s - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Pod 51

Hotel with a rooftop terrace, 9-minute walk to 5th Avenue
Guests of Pod 51 enjoy a rooftop terrace, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. Offsite parking is available for a fee. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include free newspapers, a terrace, and a garden.
27-inch LCD TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds are dressed in premium bedding. Other amenities include safes, phones, and desks. Housekeeping is available on request.

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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 transportation

  • Offsite parking within 0.1 miles (USD 80 per day); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Daily on-the-go breakfast available 7:30 AM to 12:30 PM for a fee: USD 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Clinton Hall

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

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
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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 available

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

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 22.95 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Phone calls

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 10 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 22 per person
  • Offsite parking fee: USD 80.00 per day (0.1 mi away)
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

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
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers discounted parking nearby.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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
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Pod 51 New York
Pod 51 Hotel New York

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Pod 51?

Pod 51 offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Pod 51?

As of Feb 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pod 51 on Feb 8, 2026 start from $80.1, excluding 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's there to do close to Pod 51?

This hotel is situated in Manhattan within a short 9-minute walk of 5th Avenue and also 13 minutes on foot from Grand Central Terminal. You'll also find Rockefeller Center and Central Park less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Pod 51?

No, there isn't parking at the hotel but you'll find nearby parking for USD 80.00 per day (discounts available).

Does Pod 51 include a casino at the property?

No, Pod 51 doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Pod 51?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Pod 51 a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and free Internet access as well as a bar.

Are there hot tubs at Pod 51?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Pod 51 have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Pod 51 serves to-go breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Clinton Hall.

Will Pod 51 allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Pod 51 for a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night.

Does Pod 51 have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Pod 51?

The closest major airport to Pod 51 is LaGuardia Airport (LGA), which is 7.5 mi away (31 minutes by car). Another top airport is Teterboro, NJ (TEB), which is located 12.7 mi away (19-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Pod 51?

No, at Pod 51, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Pod 51 Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1028 out of 2011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 518 out of 2011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 244 out of 2011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 101 out of 2011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 120 out of 2011 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Richa

Business traveler
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The heater was making a constant ticking and buzzing sounds. Very basic hotel. Only stay here if you have no other choice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very noisy! Staff was nice room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Carole-Anne

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly, Jacksonville

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are small but a good savings over larger hotels.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great location with good value for the price. The staff is friendly. Rooms are clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

William

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sarah

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I hated it.. I paid $1100 for 3 nights and the room is terrible and on too i was surprised i was given a shared bathroom.. the room was not clean.. dust, hair and no mini fridge .. terrible bed you will wake up with bad back pain.. Even the main reception didn’t have a fridge or microwave.. I feel I waisted my money and didn’t get any value or comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanner K

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved this Hotel! Wonderful location with a quiet waterfall/park across the street where you could enjoy your coffee! Cute diner around the corner for a great breakfast! Room was clean and cozy. Parking garage located across the street. Friendly staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lucinda

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Don’t do it. The price might be right but it’s not worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Gabriella De

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was professional and kind. The radiator in the room was a bit noisy at night
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathyn

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
They forgot to make the bed one day. Other than that, everything was ok. They were very nice.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Carmina

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and we had a good time
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were extremely helpful - laundry isn't done on site, but they pointed me towards a local laundry service.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Yew

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a unique experience going back to dorm room living. The room was very clean with only one detractor that one of the towels had an odd smell. Everything else was great, convenient to locations I was visiting and checkin/out was easy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were great! Everyone was extremely friendly and helpful, it was really noticeable and made the stay. Clean room, very functional, great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keegan

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

10/10 Excellent

Jamesha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The stay was overall wonderful. I didn't interact much but the staff were all friendly and helpful. I never felt unsafe or like i couldn't ask them for help if i needed. Room was clean and tidy no complaints. Ac was great and ducting while i was there.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Vediz

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Nels

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Expensive for what it was, even in NYC. There is absolutely no sound-proofing so paying the Friday/Saturday night rate felt insulting. NYC is the city that never sleeps so if you hear everything going on then you don't either.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good convenient midtown hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Constantin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a nice stay. Staff was friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Alfonso, Fort Worth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean room, well located,
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

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