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 drapes
Lobby sitting area
American cuisine
Lobby

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

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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, Rockefeller Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, New York, NY (LGA-LaGuardia)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Single Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

Bunk Room with Shared BathRoom

  • Sleeps 2

Room (Queen Pod ADA)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, Shared Bathroom (Bunk Bed)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Room (Full Pod)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room (Queen Pod)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, Private Bathroom (Single Pod)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Room, Shared Bathroom (Single Pod)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

1 Queen Bed ADA, Private Bath

  • Sleeps 2

Studio Pod

  • Sleeps 4

Veranda Pod: 1 Double + 1 Single With Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 3

Double Double Pod

  • Sleeps 4

Bunk Bed - Private Bath

  • Sleeps 2

Single Room with Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

Full Room

  • Sleeps 2

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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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) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cornerstone Tavern - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Niall's on 52nd - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Horny Ram - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Stag's Head - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tearoom By Calmplex - ‬3 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. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and concierge services. 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

  • No onsite 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
  • Elevator

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

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 22 per person
  • 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.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • 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

51 Pod
Pod 51
Pod 51 Hotel
Pod 51 Hotel New York
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Pod Hotel New York City
Pod Hotel Nyc
Pod New York City
The Pod Hotel
Pod 51 Hotel
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 Nov 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pod 51 on Nov 30, 2025 start from $81.82, 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 Radio City Music Hall. You'll also find Grand Central Terminal and Rockefeller Center less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Pod 51?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

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.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Pod 51?

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

Does Pod 51 have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Pod 51 have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Pod 51 doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

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 9.1 mi away (30 minutes by car). Another top airport is Teterboro, NJ (TEB), which is located 12.7 mi away (16-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Pod 51?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Pod 51.

Reviews

Pod 51 Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 986 out of 1944 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 510 out of 1944 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 231 out of 1944 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 100 out of 1944 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 117 out of 1944 reviews

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Jonathyn

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Yevgeny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, convenient. But no ability to control AC in your pod. So can be loud and impact your sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodolfo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rodolfo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an excellent and safe location. Everything you want is close by. I’m going to try to stay here again next year.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher, Brampton

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, cheap for the solo traveler or for staying with friends.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Nerissa

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only thing they have going for them is the staff is really nice. Unfortunately they are losing business with their tiny cafe because only one person working it. Elevators are super old and the wait is always LONG. They try to maximize the super tiny rooms the layout is awful. My head on the single bed was directly next to the air conditioner. It you want to rough it go stay there although not worth the price. Location is good though.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was great for dropping my daughter off at college.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service

Budget option, reasonable

Shared bathroom - private washrooms with toilet and shower and sink. Nothing else. No lines. Was fine enough. Rooms - bunk bed is fine enough. Not the best but it’s budget status. Doesn’t shake the top bunk too much.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel very very basic.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Agnes

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was clean and had hot water and the location was great! East check in and check out and so affordable I would stay here again for sure. I told All my friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeremy

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Smaller than expected. The shared bathrooms did not have paper towels to dry hands, did not have somewhere to set down/hang clothes and shower supplies, and did not have good- if any ventilation/air circulation.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location to sleep, shower and keep your baggage while exploring the sites of Nyc
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damon, Denham springs

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nica

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was exactly what I needed, and the area was perfect for shopping.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

alison

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved Pod 51. We had the shared bathroom option and it was absolutely fine. No issues, always clean. Staff were great and really helpful. We definitely recommend for the location. It was fab x
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hoang Linh Dan

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

8/10 Good

Izabela

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Cuan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The only real issue was the mattress or bed was sagging on the one side. Either broken or damaged. Otherwise the stay was good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Donald

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025