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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
Reception
Lobby sitting area
Terrace/patio
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is AU$201
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May

Explore the area

Map
230 E 51st St, New York, NY, 10022
  • Grand Central Terminal
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Rockefeller Center
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Times Square
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • New York, NY (LGA-LaGuardia)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room (Queen Pod ADA)

Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Room (Queen Pod ADA)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Room, Shared Bathroom (Single Pod)

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

Room, Shared Bathroom (Single Pod)

Highlights

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

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

Room (Queen Pod)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Room, Private Bathroom (Single Pod)

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

Room, Private Bathroom (Single Pod)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Room, Shared Bathroom (Bunk Bed)

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

Room, Shared Bathroom (Bunk Bed)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Room (Full Pod)

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

Room (Full Pod)

Highlights

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

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About the area

New York

Pod 51 places you in the centre of New York, within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like 5th Avenue and Grand Central Terminal. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and LCD TVs. .The restaurant, Clinton Hall, serves American cuisine. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this Manhattan hotel include Rockefeller Center and United Nations Headquarters.

What's nearby

  • 5th Avenue - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Grand Central Terminal - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Rockefeller Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Times Square - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Broadway - 2 min drive - 1.7 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 with a rooftop terrace, a short walk to 5th Avenue
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A rooftop terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Pod 51.

This New York hotel is smoke free.

  • 348 guestrooms or units
  • 14 levels
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Pod 51 offers 348 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. 27-inch LCD televisions come with premium digital channels.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include free toiletries and blackout curtains. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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

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: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 22.95 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Pod 51?

Pod 51 offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Pod 51?

As of 28 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pod 51 on 11 May 2025 start from AU$165.36, 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.

What makes Pod 51 a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Pod 51.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Pod 51?

No, Pod 51 does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Pod 51?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Pod 51?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Pod 51 Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 792 out of 1609 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 428 out of 1609 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 190 out of 1609 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 90 out of 1609 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 109 out of 1609 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I found this property last minute but would happily go back over and over. There is food nearby as well as late night drinks. It is easy walking distance from the theater district and museums. Pleasant hostel like vibe.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Oriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phoebe

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are efficient but so is the price. Good location close to the subway (E train). I would stay here again and would recommend this to budget travelers.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is my 2nd time staying at Pod 51. Check-in was simple. The room was clean. There was a bathroom closed down the whole time I was there. That meant we had one very small bathroom for the whole floor. That was frustrating. Otherwise I have no complaints.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Rune

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Effecient .all i needed was there including good coffee and grt bagels in am!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrea

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Yasin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was very tiny. The restroom was outside the room and very tiny without important shampoos and other stuff. But at least I appreciate.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

peggy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love Pod 51 stay often
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Avraham

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gayle

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe with lots to do nearby. Nice hotel with clean rooms
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place great location. Staff very friendly. Great bar and music vibe.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Yuka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenience and safety is excellent!
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin, Lewisburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The room was fairly cheap for NY. It is in East midtown Manhattan and was just big enough for what I needed
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Florence

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

LUIS, north hollywood

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muy buena atencion!! Todo muy limpio!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Mercedes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Shower mats, pls… Complimentary coffee would be a plus…
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a very comfortable stay. Basic accommodation, but enough. Comfortable bed! Great shower.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thuy Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Better than hostels. Prime location manhattan easy get around. Great staff n cleanliness. Never had to wait for shared bath
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

tenzin

good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

MIchael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value for the money. Rooms are small but clean and attractive.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025