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
Reception

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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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

Single Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

Bunk Room with Shared BathRoom

  • Sleeps 2

Room (Queen Pod ADA)

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, Shared Bathroom (Bunk Bed)

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

Room (Full Pod)

  • 112 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room (Queen Pod)

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

Room, Private Bathroom (Single Pod)

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

Room, Shared Bathroom (Single Pod)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 80 sq ft
  • 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

  • ‪Niall's on 52nd - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cornerstone Tavern - ‬1 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
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 dry cleaning/laundry, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include free newspapers, a terrace, and a TV in a common area.
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 Hotel New York
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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 Jan 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pod 51 on Jan 15, 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.

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.

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, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

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.

Pod 51 Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1009 out of 1977 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 513 out of 1977 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 236 out of 1977 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 100 out of 1977 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 119 out of 1977 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

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

8/10 Good

Regina

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

GABRIELA

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Buen lugar
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Axl Slash

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

8/10 Good

Luke

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small but great location for the budget-minded. Bathrooms are separate and shared, which can be a plus… six-block walk to Radio City and the theater district, less to the UN, a tiny bit further to MOMA. No complaints!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great and the staff was very welcoming. The check-in process was quick and easy, and I was very happy with my accommodation. I also enjoyed the garden area in the morning. I will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room & very nice staff. We didn’t get the exact room that we booked (queen) and ended up in a studio instead with two beds, but it was very large & probably would have been more expensive than what we booked. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exceptional front desk service!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
More affordable place to stay in NYC but the space is quite small but it's expected. Pretty clean, good service.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

lucian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in the vicinity of so many areas of the city you'd want to visit. Most of them walkable. Across the street is a lovely and serene urban park. Dining options are plenty. This is the perfect place if you don't mind minimalist fare in accommodation. The staff is friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin, Fort Myers

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brianne

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice area really quiet!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darian

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Nick

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kabir

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luciano

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Almost every pod location I love
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a perfect place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd, South Bristol

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
selection of restaurants in the area. Felt safe, clean enough and festive.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025