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The Serene

Property class: 2

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small round table, and a painting on the wall.
A modern bedroom with a bed, a TV, a painting, and a window with curtains.
A modern interior with a grey sofa, a small table, and a painting on the wall.
A compact kitchen with a sink, a refrigerator, and a dining area with a chair.
A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a glass coffee table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with a view of trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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231 W 131st St, New York, NY, 10027
  • Place, Apollo Theater
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Columbia University
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Central Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Studio

A modern bedroom with a brick wall, a bed, a TV, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

Studio

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

View all photos for Standard Room

A modern bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted TV, and a red ceiling light fixture.

Standard Room

  • 209 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A narrow hallway with a bed, a door, and a small kitchenette.

Economy Room

  • 150 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Studio

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a grey sofa, and a small table.

Deluxe Studio

  • 318 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family Room

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small round table, and a painting on the wall.

Family Room

  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Luxury Room

A modern bedroom with a bed, a glass side table, a cityscape painting, an air conditioning unit, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Luxury Room

  • 290 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern bedroom with a bed, a grey sofa, a mirror, and a brick wall.

Triple Room

  • 174 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Suite

  • 646 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds, 1 Twin Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

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About the neighborhood

New York

Located in Manhattan, The Serene is within a mile (2 km) of popular sights such as Columbia University and Central Park. This 8-room aparthotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Harlem YMCA - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Apollo Theater - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Black Gay & Lesbian Archive - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Columbia University - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Central Park - 10 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • 135 St. Station (St. Nicholas Av.) - 7 min walk
  • New York Harlem 125th St. Station - 18 min walk
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Maison Harlem - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Harlem Breakfast Club - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tex's Chicken & Burgers - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Musette Wine Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Harlem Cafe - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Serene

At The Serene, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas.
55-inch Smart TVs are available for entertainment, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV
  • Streaming services

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 8 units

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Important information

Fees

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

  • Cleaning fee: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay (varies per unit)

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

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 only accepts cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

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 only accepts cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to The Serene?

This aparthotel is situated in Manhattan, close to Yankee Stadium, Central Park, and 5th Avenue. You'll also find American Museum of Natural History and Metropolitan Museum of Art within a short drive.

Does The Serene include a casino?

No, The Serene doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Serene?

No, there is no indoor pool at this aparthotel.

Does The Serene have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, The Serene doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Serene allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Serene.

How far is the airport from The Serene?

The closest major airport to The Serene is LaGuardia Airport (LGA), which is 8.6 mi away (26 minutes by car). Another top airport is Teterboro, NJ (TEB), which is located 12.6 mi away (17-minute drive).

The Serene Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The space was spectacular with 3 bedrooms and a wonderful outdoor space in the backyard. No problems, and the host was very accommodating. Our family thoroughly enjoyed their stay there and the memories they made. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026