Pod 51

3.0 star property
Hotel near 5th Avenue in New York

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

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

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

Room (Queen Pod ADA)

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, Shared Bathroom (Single Pod)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Room (Queen Pod)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, Private Bathroom (Single Pod)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Room, Shared Bathroom (Bunk Bed)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Room (Full Pod)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

New York

Heart of New York.Within a 10-minute walk of this Manhattan hotel, you'll find 5th Avenue and St. Patrick's Cathedral. Grand Central Terminal and Rockefeller Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • 5th Avenue - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Grand Central Terminal - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Rockefeller Center - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Times Square - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Broadway - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles

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 near 5th Avenue in New York
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 is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Pod 51 offers 348 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. 27-inch LCD televisions come with premium digital channels.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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 transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 27-inch LCD TV with premium digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

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: 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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 onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Pod 51 to the airport?

Pod 51 is 9.1 mi (30-min drive) away from the LaGuardia Airport (LGA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Pod 51?

As of Mar 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pod 51 on Mar 30, 2025 start from $89.1, excluding 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.

Does Pod 51 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Pod 51.

Does Pod 51 offer free breakfast?

Pod 51 does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Pod 51?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Resorts World Casino (19-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Pod 51?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Pod 51?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Pod 51 have a pool?

Pod 51 does not have a pool.

Does Pod 51 have a restaurant?

Pod 51 is home to Clinton Hall, which features American cuisine.

Does Pod 51 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Pod 51 to downtown New York?

Pod 51 is 3.5 mi away from New York.

Pod 51 Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 765 out of 1575 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 415 out of 1575 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 193 out of 1575 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 91 out of 1575 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 111 out of 1575 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Very nice and cozy, would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Javier

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

PATRICIA HELENA REBECA

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I was booked for a king or queen size bed and it was a full, first day I had to call at night because heat was unbearable and a technician was sent that room was without thermostat, so I had to be moved to another room, the next room was a little twin bed and I had paid for a queen and phone didn't work so they moved me again to another room and finally in the other room at around 1.00 a.m. there was noise from people that were working and vaccuming a room close by and had to call security to quiet the noise. it wasn't a good experience at all this hotel. There's not even a bending machine with water.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Henriette

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very small but convenient as we were only there to basically sleep. It was clean and we felt safe.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A localização ótima ! Tem várias padarias perto ! Gostei muito !
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Jason

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was too small for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meagan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, safe, simple accommodations in a great neighborhood. Staff was super helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ivy Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was super nice! I decided on a shared bathroom/twin bed for the price and it was not as intimidating as it sounds. The bathroom was always kept clean (there were 4 available on my floor). I would stay here again for a budget option.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xiaowei

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at the other POD locations and have never had an issue. This was my first time staying at POD 51 and there was blood on one of the pillows in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Julia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, good price
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henry John

Business traveler
Definite go-to !
Love Pod 51 and Pod 39. My go-tos when i come to NYC
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Abigail

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Dylon

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Expensive for a very small space. Bare bones. Might be better going to another hotel that’s slightly more in price.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Kevin

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pod 51 Manhattan
It was a great stay. I would absolutely stay there or any other Pod Hotel again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Yongzhe

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
No way is this hotel rated 3-star. The room is as small as a prison cell and does not have private bathroom. It is clean and in a good location though. Overall, it is a good deal for midtown NYC if you pay under 100. Anything above that is like a robbery.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Gregory

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room incredibly small.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Michele

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rafaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent and secure
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Juan Pablo

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The location is very good if you want to walk to Union square, Broadway and Central Park areas. Clean and good enough facilities, if you do not mind sharing bathroom services
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had never stayed at a Pod hotel so I was pleasantly surprised by the whole experience. Would recommend to a friend on a budget.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maxime

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024