Expert reviews of cheap hotels in New York
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New York’s hotel prices are unpredictable. Most big chain hotels in Midtown have wildly different rates from one night to the next, depending on availability. But there are also scores of smaller, independent budget hotels in New York, most of which we list in our guide.
How to find the right affordable hotel
• Search now with your travel dates to see which recommended hotels are available.
• Check out this list of the 10 best budget hotels in New York for 2021.
• Read through a full list of all “Editor’s Picks” in New York.
• On a serious budget? Here's our list of the best hotels under $100.
• Need more advice? Read more about how to save on hotels in New York and the best time to visit on a budget.
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113 Jane Street, Greenwich Village & West Village
EuroCheapo Review: Part SRO (Single Room Occupancy) and part hipster den, the Jane Hotel is a beautiful beast, a glammed-up flophouse offering twin rooms (with shared bath) for $99 in the hot Meatpacking District.... read review
$213
230 East 51st Street, Midtown E-Murray Hill
EuroCheapo Review: The three-star Pod Hotel is an appealing and affordable option in the heart of Midtown East, offering well-designed (if tight) rooms with seriously low rates.... read review
$472
145 East 39th Street, Midtown E-Murray Hill
EuroCheapo Review: The Pod39 does what the Pod Hotel chain does best: Provide cool, boutique-style rooms with private baths and luxurious beds in hot locations at low rates. ... read review
$499
332 West 23rd Street, Chelsea
EuroCheapo Review: This guesthouse, run by a Catholic charity, brings a little old-world charm to the heart of Chelsea.... read review
NY Moore Hostel Hostel
179 Moore Street, Williamsburg and Greenpoint
EuroCheapo Review: The NY Moore Hostel is a super cheapo option with quirky touches just steps from the closest subway station.... read review
160 East 25th Street 2nd Floor, Union Square-Gramercy
EuroCheapo Review: A budget hotel in a Gramercy-adjacent neighborhood, Carlton Arms is a riot of art and playful décor, exuding "backpacker chic".... read review
$90
Harlem Flophouse Unrated Hotel
242 West 123rd Street Private residence, Upper West Side & Harlem
EuroCheapo Review: The Harlem Flophouse is a jewel of a guesthouse, offering lovely guestrooms in a stunning Harlem brownstone at affordable rates.... read review
$100
2 St. Marks Place (at Third Avenue), East Village
EuroCheapo Review: Aside from its low rates, the best thing about St. Marks is likely the location, next to countless gritty Lower Manhattan attractions.... read review
$120
