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Pod 51

3.0 star property
Hotel with a rooftop terrace, a short walk to 5th Avenue

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American cuisine
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
Lobby
American cuisine
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$227
includes taxes & fees
14 July - 15 July

Room options

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Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Room (Queen Pod ADA)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Room, Shared Bathroom (Single Pod)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(46 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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

Room (Queen Pod)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Room, Private Bathroom (Single Pod)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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

Room, Shared Bathroom (Bunk Bed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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

Room (Full Pod)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(46 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
230 E 51st St, New York, NY, 10022

What's nearby

  • 5th Avenue - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Grand Central Terminal - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Rockefeller Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Times Square - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Broadway - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

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

  • ‪Panda Express - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Smith - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Buttercup Bake Shop - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Stag's Head - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bar Orai - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Pod 51

Hotel near 5th Avenue
A short walk from United Nations Headquarters and Grand Central Terminal, Pod 51 provides a rooftop terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. The on-site restaurant, Clinton Hall, features American cuisine. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Additional perks include:
  • A vegetable garden, smoke-free property and a lift
  • A porter/bellboy, tour/ticket information and multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 348 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Eco-friendly toiletries and hairdryers
  • 27-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Daily housekeeping, desks and phones

Languages

English, Spanish

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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 transport

  • No on-site 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
  • Lift

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
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • 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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 22.95 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 22 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

Property is also known as

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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
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Pod 51 Hotel New York

Frequently asked questions

Is Pod 51 pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Pod 51?

As of 12 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pod 51 on 14 Jul 2025 start from NZ$189.30, including 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.

How much is parking at Pod 51?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Pod 51?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Pod 51?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Pod 51 located?

Located in Manhattan, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of 5th Avenue, Radio City Music Hall and Grand Central Terminal. Rockefeller Center and United Nations Headquarters are also within 15 minutes. Lexington Av.-53 St. Station and 51 St. Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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Pod 51 Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 857 out of 1712 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 451 out of 1712 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 202 out of 1712 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 96 out of 1712 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 106 out of 1712 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed here a few times - convenience makes a difference!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ahmed

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place strongly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

PETER

Liked: Cleanliness
Great value, good location and helpful front desk.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JANET

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. Staff was helpful and accommodating. We would definitely stay again!
Lobby
Rooftop
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, great location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was safe, great location, super friendly staff!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay, it provided all of my basic needs at an affordable price especially for a solo travel. Will definitely book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean and well located at a reasonable price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carie jo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was very clean and the staff were very professional and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location! Walkable and public transportation! Clean and quaint room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great dining options
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aubrey

Affordable, great location, and roof deck... No complaints here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Daisuke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, affordable price even in Manhattan
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hilary Assahi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tautvydas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is in such an amazing location, it has a super scenic rooftop patio. The room and shared spaces were very clean, no complaints! Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jullya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent experience, I recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I got exactly what I wanted which was a clean, safe place to sleep while in NYC on business. There are no special amenities but it was clean and quiet and the staff was awesome. I will stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Rooms are small but they work.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Debby

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best value for location. Great terrace deck! Make sure your room has own toilet and shower; we were not aware these had to be shared with other hotel guests, didn’t see anything mentioned when booking.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The lady at the front desk in the morning was a little rude but the hotel itself is clean and located in a good neighborhood. My room had a great AC that got me through the heat wave.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanne Petronella

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, modern room- lovely location in a quiet street across a public space with waterfall. Close to subways, walkable to e.g. MoMa, Rockefeller centre. Friendly, helpful staff. Rooftop has cool high rise views. My next trip will be with this Pod hotel again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Small room, not very comfortable, unfriendly desk service. Great location and clean facilities.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Favian A

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spectacular
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
No bathroom in room and not many amenities. Very clean and in a nice area
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kiera

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great convenient choice!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025