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About the Hotel

224 East 47Th Street, New York City, New York, United States of America, 10017

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

80 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Bunk bed

Heating

Air conditioning

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Standard Twin Room

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2 persons

Bed options:

1 Bunk bed

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Standard Room with 1 Single Bed

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1 person

Bed options:

1 Single bed

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Getting around

Comprehensive guide to transport options for seamless travel

City Center

New York City 3.4 mi

Airports

LaGuardia (LGA) 7.2 mi

Teterboro (TEB) 12.6 mi

Bus

Bus stop700 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

Kitchen facilities

Kitchenette

Microwave

Refrigerator

Toaster

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Air conditioning

In-room air conditioning

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Elevator

Sports & Fitness

Exercise gym
Fitness studio

Guest Parking

Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Microwave
Toaster
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Shuttle service
Laundry

Dining

Restaurant

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Spa & wellness center
Sauna

Room features

Wi-Fi in rooms
In-room air conditioning
Heating
In-room safe
Ironing facilities

Self-catering

Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Microwave
Toaster
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV
Cable/ Satellite television

Location

224 East 47Th Street, New York City, New York, United States of America, 10017

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224 East 47Th Street, New York City, New York, United States of America, 10017

City landmarks

20 West 34th Street

Empire State Building

1.4 mi

Square

Times Square

1.2 mi

Parks

Central Park

1.9 mi

Landmark

Rockefeller Center

4200 ft

30 Rockfeller Plaza Enter on West 50th Street

Top of the Rock

4200 ft

Parks

Bryant Park

4000 ft

Church

St. Patrick's Cathedral

4200 ft

Parks

The High Line

2.0 mi

Museums

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

1.8 mi

Libraries

New York Public Library

4000 ft

Museums

The Museum of Modern Art

4200 ft

405 Lexington and 42nd St.

Chrysler Building

4000 ft

Square

Macy's

1.4 mi

Tower

Trump Tower

3100 ft

Broadway Theatre

Broadway

1.3 mi

Mall

Fifth Avenue

4200 ft

New York City

Manhattan Skyline

1.4 mi

Museums

American Museum of Natural History

1.9 mi

Gallery

Frick Collection

1.2 mi

Midtown East

3100 ft

Libraries

Pierpont Morgan Library

4000 ft

Stadiums

Madison Square Garden

1.4 mi

Square

Herald Square

1.4 mi

Square

Pulitzer Fountain

3100 ft

Museums

Madame Tussauds New York

1.2 mi

150 E 36th St # 158

Sniffen Court Historic District

4000 ft

Zoo

Central Park Zoo

1.5 mi

Parks

Gantry Plaza State Park

3.2 mi

Nearby

Public Building

United Nations New York

1900 ft

Restaurants

Ess-a-Bagel

1400 ft

831 3rd Avenue

Starbucks

500 ft

335 Madison Ave

Comfort Diner

1100 ft

214 E 45th St

Bread and Butter

500 ft

14 E 44th St

Sarah's Kitchen

800 ft

725 3rd Ave

Bocca Bliss

800 ft

725 3rd Ave

Reviews and Ratings

Reviews from guests about their experience.

54%

loved their spa retreat and can’t wait to return.

5.4/10

Guest rating

Rooms

6.8

Location

9.0

Service

5.2

Dining

6.6

Lily

United Kingdom, February 2025

6.6/10

I had a mixed experience at the YMCA Vanderbilt. The location was fantastic, just a short walk to Times Square, making it easy to explore the city. Unfortunately, I faced some issues with service; staff were sometimes unhelpful. While my room was small, it was clean, and I appreciated having a fridge. However, the shared bathrooms on my floor could have been better maintained.

Rooms

8.0

The room was small, but I found it clean with comfortable bedding. It came with essential amenities, like a fridge.

Service

5.0

Service was hit or miss; some staff were helpful, but there were moments when I encountered unhelpfulness, especially during check-in.

Location

9.0

The location was superb, just a 15-minute walk to Times Square and close to public transport for easy access to the city.

Dining

7.0

I didn’t try the dining options extensively, but there were nearby shops and vendors offering a variety of affordable food.

Facilities

6.0

Facilities were decent; I enjoyed access to the gym and pool, although I had some concerns about the cleanliness of the shared bathrooms.

Dominic

United Kingdom, January 2025

5.4/10

My stay at the Vanderbilt YMCA was a mixed bag. The location in New York is fantastic, making it easy to explore popular attractions like Times Square and Grand Central Station. However, the room was quite small and the bathroom cleanliness left much to be desired. For the price, it is decent, but don't expect luxury.

Rooms

6.0

The room I stayed in was larger than expected, but still quite small. the heating system is old and noisy, which made it hard to get a good night's sleep.

Service

5.0

While some staff interactions were positive, I found the front desk workers to be rude. It was frustrating to deal with key card issues without adequate support from them.

Location

8.0

The location is unbeatable, within walking distance to Central Park, Times Square, and the Empire State Building. It's perfect for exploring the city on foot.

Dining

7.0

I enjoyed the options available for dining nearby, like Bread & Butter offering delicious breakfast. Great value for meals around.

Facilities

6.0

The YMCA facilities were a mixed experience - I appreciated the gym and laundry options but didn't like the mandatory $10 charge for the gym even if you don't use it.

Jackson

United Kingdom, January 2025

5.0/10

My stay at the Vanderbilt YMCA was a mix of positives and negatives. While I enjoyed the great location and friendly staff, the sanitation of shared bathrooms and the noise levels made my experience less than ideal. I'd say it’s a decent option for a short stay, but not without some significant drawbacks.

Rooms

6.0

The room was small but adequate for my needs, and I appreciated the comfortable bed. However, the sound insulation was poor, making it hard to get a good night's sleep.

Service

5.0

The staff were friendly and assisted me with luggage storage, but when I encountered issues with the vending machine, the customer service response was frustratingly unhelpful.

Location

9.0

The YMCA's location is fantastic, just a short walk from major attractions like Times Square, which made exploring the city easy and enjoyable.

Dining

5.0

With limited options available for breakfast, I found it practical but not ideal for a more substantial meal.

Facilities

5.0

The shared bathrooms left a lot to be desired in cleanliness and accessibility, and the long wait times for the elevator were particularly annoying. Overall, the facilities were functional but not well-maintained.

Joshua

United Kingdom, December 2024

5.4/10

I had a surprisingly good stay at the Vanderbilt YMCA! The location is unbeatable, just a short walk to Times Square, making it easy to explore the city. My room was small but functional, with a TV and mini fridge, and I didn't have any issues with the shared bathrooms. Although the staff wasn't the friendliest during check-in, they were fine overall. However, I did hear some noise from the street at night, which was a bit bothersome.

Rooms

8.0

My double room on the 7th floor was basic but had what I needed, including a mini fridge. The size felt cramped at times, and the beds weren't the greatest, but I slept fine.

Service

6.0

While the staff at the front desk was a bit rude at first, they eventually sorted out my check-in issue. Most of them were helpful once I approached nicely.

Location

10.0

Location is perfect! Super close to all major attractions like Times Square and Grand Central. I was able to walk almost everywhere I wanted to go.

Dining

7.0

I found a great spot for breakfast just down the street! The nearby food options were decent, but it was more of a hassle to cook anything myself.

Facilities

8.0

The shared bathrooms were cleaner than I expected, and I liked the daily towel service. I didn't use the gym, but I could see it might be a good option for others.

Sebastian

United Kingdom, November 2024

5.0/10

My stay at the YMCA Vanderbilt in NYC was a mixed bag. The location was fantastic, just a short walk from Times Square, which made exploring the city a breeze. However, I found the staff to be quite rude, which impacted my initial experience. The rooms were small, just like expected, but they did have good heating and fans. Overall, while the location is a major plus, the service and room conditions could use some improvement.

Rooms

6.0

The room was extremely small, reminiscent of my student days abroad. less space to manage my suitcase. However, it was functional and had good heating, which was a plus, even if the shared bathrooms could feel a bit cramped.

Service

5.0

I had a frustrating encounter with the front desk staff who seemed unhelpful and dismissive. It took quite a bit of arguing just to get my room key sorted, which was disappointing given my expectations for basic service.

Location

9.0

The YMCA's location is perfect. just a 15-minute walk to Times Square and conveniently close to subways. It's surrounded by plenty of good restaurants, making it a great base for exploring NYC.

Dining

7.0

While the dining options within the YMCA weren't practical, there were great local spots nearby. I enjoyed grabbing freshly brewed coffee and snacks from street vendors in the area, enhancing my stay.

Facilities

6.0

The shared facilities were clean enough, with daily towel service. but I still found the limited number of restrooms on each floor a bit of a challenge given the small size of my room.