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Pod 51

3.0 star property
Hotel with a rooftop terrace, 9-minute walk to 5th Avenue

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American cuisine
Lobby sitting area
American cuisine
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Lobby
Pod 51 is steps from the United Nations HQ in NYC. Guests can enjoy American cuisine at Clinton Hall or relax on the rooftop terrace with a coffee. Visitors appreciate the helpful multilingual staff who enhance the stay.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

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 drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Room, Shared Bathroom (Bunk Bed)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(57 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Cable/satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Room (Full Pod)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(57 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Room (Queen Pod)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Room, Private Bathroom (Single Pod)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Room, Shared Bathroom (Single Pod)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(54 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Cable/satellite channels
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Manhattan, a neighborhood in New York, Pod 51 is in the entertainment district and near a metro station. Radio City Music Hall and Broadway are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Grand Central Terminal and Rockefeller Center. Check out an event or a game at Madison Square Garden, and consider making time for Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum, a top attraction not to be missed. Guests love the hotel's location for the sightseeing. It's also convenient to public transportation: Lexington Av.-53 St. Station is 3 minutes by foot and 51 St. Station is 3 minutes.
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230 E 51st St, New York, NY, 10022

What's nearby

  • 5th Avenue - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Grand Central Terminal - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Rockefeller Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Times Square - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Broadway - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

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

  • ‪Cornerstone Tavern - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Niall's on 52nd - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Horny Ram - ‬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 premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket assistance, and free newspapers
  • Concierge services, multilingual staff, and a porter/bellhop
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 348 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Eco-friendly toiletries and hair dryers
  • 27-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Daily housekeeping, desks, and phones

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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 transportation

  • No onsite 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
  • Elevator

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
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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 available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets 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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property 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

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

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 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?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Pod 51 located?

Located in Manhattan, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of 5th Avenue and St. Patrick's Cathedral. Radio City Music Hall and Grand Central Terminal 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

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 962 out of 1908 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 507 out of 1908 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 224 out of 1908 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 100 out of 1908 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 115 out of 1908 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

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a perfect place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good convenient midtown hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Alfonso

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean room, well located,
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice area really quiet!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great and the staff was very welcoming. The check-in process was quick and easy, and I was very happy with my accommodation. I also enjoyed the garden area in the morning. I will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, lovely and helpful! All we needed for a quick stay in NYC
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff, clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, cheap for the solo traveler or for staying with friends.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hezekiah

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Good location for prime spots.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
selection of restaurants in the area. Felt safe, clean enough and festive.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room & very nice staff. We didn’t get the exact room that we booked (queen) and ended up in a studio instead with two beds, but it was very large & probably would have been more expensive than what we booked. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lainey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, comfy beds, clean rooms and great air conditioning. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small but great location for the budget-minded. Bathrooms are separate and shared, which can be a plus… six-block walk to Radio City and the theater district, less to the UN, a tiny bit further to MOMA. No complaints!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fabio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything is fine, thank you for everybody works in the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel very very basic.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in the vicinity of so many areas of the city you'd want to visit. Most of them walkable. Across the street is a lovely and serene urban park. Dining options are plenty. This is the perfect place if you don't mind minimalist fare in accommodation. The staff is friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location small room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed how available the shared barhrooms are, 2 per floor yet always available. I really liked how i could store my luggage for free in the lobby after checkout. The rooftop terrace is a nice bonus, with a view from 14 floors high. Had nice and quiet neighbors and made a noce experience staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would consider staying here again when I come back to NYC. I was very happy with the location and the overall hotel and the price was perfect for the experience offered.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luciano

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was exactly what I needed, and the area was perfect for shopping.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location to sleep, shower and keep your baggage while exploring the sites of Nyc
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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