I recently stayed at The Manhattan Inn in New York, and unfortunately, my experience was far from satisfactory. While the check-in process and location were convenient, the overall condition of the hotel room left much to be desired.
Upon entering the room, I immediately noticed it was dirty, old, and had a persistently unpleasant odor. Despite the lower price, I expected a certain level of cleanliness, especially considering the hotel's location in Times Square. The room had a faint smell of marijuana, which was quite disturbing.
Due to a storm the day prior, I couldn't use the water until late in the evening after check-in. Although I had planned to shower late at night, a leak in the tub created a massive mess in the bathroom. This added to the overall feeling of discomfort, and I couldn't shake the sensation of being in an unclean environment.
The most significant issue, however, was the malfunctioning heater. Discovering this late at night left me in a difficult situation, as I had to endure a freezing night without the option of warmth. Unfortunately, I hesitated to seek assistance due to being a solo female traveler and feeling unsafe. This made my stay even more uncomfortable.
In conclusion, my experience at The Manhattan was highly disappointing, and I would not recommend it to anyone. The subpar conditions of the room, combined with the issues with water, cleanliness, and a malfunctioning heater, made for an unpleasant stay.