Pod 51

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

Photo gallery for Pod 51

American cuisine
American cuisine
Lobby sitting area
Lobby
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
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$231
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July

Explore the area

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

Room options

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

Room, Shared Bathroom (Single Pod)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(45 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

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

Room, Private Bathroom (Single Pod)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

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

Room, Shared Bathroom (Bunk Bed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(47 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

Room (Full Pod)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(45 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

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 Radio City Music Hall. 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 Grand Central Terminal and Rockefeller Center.

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 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

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: 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

51 Pod
Pod 51
Pod 51 Hotel
Pod 51 Hotel New York
Pod 51 New York
Pod Hotel New York City
Pod Hotel Nyc
Pod New York City
The Pod Hotel
Pod 51 Hotel
Pod 51 New York
Pod 51 Hotel New York

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 7 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pod 51 on 27 July 2025 start from AU$195.95, 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. 848 out of 1693 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 443 out of 1693 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 200 out of 1693 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 96 out of 1693 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 106 out of 1693 reviews

8.4/10

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

Nicholas

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Terry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location and neighborhood were excellent!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

YIN POK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s great!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Brad, Lancaster

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

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

6/10 Okay

Nancy, Norfolk

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check-in Staff was unfriendly. Check-out staff was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel Farias

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
loved this place
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

jasmine

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
My experience at Pod 51 was disappointing. The front desk staff was unwelcoming and made no accommodations for early check-in, which was frustrating as an out-of-towner. Despite multiple requests, towels were never delivered to our room, and they didn’t provide small face towels at all. The only positive interaction was with the man who kindly held our bags until check-in. Unfortunately, the rest of the staff gave off a negative and, frankly, unwelcoming vibe. I can’t help but feel there was some racial bias in how we were treated. I wouldn’t stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the room. Loved the breakfast cafe and especially the outside deck area! I will definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette, santa cruz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Inexpensive and good location for a couple of nights in NYC
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dijia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

HYOJEONG

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good. Only issue: Noisy neighbors
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Nohelia, New York

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location, but I wouldn’t stay here again I stayed at Pod 51 and while the location is fantastic, the overall experience left a lot to be desired. I booked a room with a shared bathroom — which was fine — but the room itself didn’t feel very clean. There were noticeable hairs around the sink, which was off-putting. The biggest issue was the heating. The system felt very outdated, and despite calling to have it turned on, it never worked. I ended up freezing all night. They brought me extra blankets, but it wasn’t enough, and I barely slept. Unfortunately, due to the lack of cleanliness and the heating issues, I wouldn’t choose to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beatrice

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a lovely stay at Pod 51.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Giles, East Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy, Norfolk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shared bathrooms are secure and plentiful, although sometimes oddly shaped. That's uniquely NYC, which I love and miss about my home city of 22 years. No need to worry about strangers entering bathrooms. Use is by key card and availability, similar to guest rooms. Staff is exceptionally friendly and helpful. Building is aging but still in great repair.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Galang

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I took my teen here. We both loved the experience and the bunk bed room. The street is quiet, safe and has dozens of excellent local restaurants. Near a CVS and Daiso. Walkable to 5th ave. Excellent t bus and metro or Taxi access. A perfect place to stay for anyone. Design is similar to a cruise ship. Contemporary, elegant and efficient.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025