nice hotel in NYC
by A TripAdvisor Member
hotel Grand Union was more than adequate and convenient location, accessible by bus to many areas of the city. I paid rack price through hotels.com but on arrival i overheard the desk clerk tell someone else a rate considerably lower than i paid. since we had already checked in we couldn't get a better rate - assuming it was available. It is always best to call any hotel directly before checking in to check the rates. The hotel was clean, updated and refurbished and I would go there again.
A Manhattan Secret
by TripAdvisor Member RNnyusa
I live on Madison Ave., around the corner from this hotel. I put my parents up there for 12 days when they visited me from Scotland (they are both in their 70's). It was ideal for them and it didn't cost me too much compared to the other hotels in Manhattan. I would say the best things about this hotel are it's great location and the unbeatable price. I have used other hotels in town around this price range and the rooms are smaller (I mean hardly anough room to walk around the bed) or the hotel is uglier.
The hotel's entrance is small, in the middle of the block, which makes it look unimpressive. The area is quiet on the weekends but busy during the week with commuters going to and from the subway and Penn Station. It is a safe, middle-class Manhattan, neighbourhood. Yes, people do live around here! I know a lot of tourists end up in the hotels around Times Square. But it is extrememly crowded over there and almost impossible to get around. The subway at Times Square isn't so nice and there are a lot of not-so-nice people that hang around. It is difficult to get a taxi too because there are several thousand others with the same idea, especially when the theatres come out. However from the Hotel Grand Union it is easy to get to the attractions and no rush-hour crowds to fight through.
In an honest opinion i'd say if you can afford to spend around $300 a night you'd be better to stay in a bigger, nicer hotel. The room my parents had was dull with basic furnishings (Motel-like). But if you like the price, you won't be disappointed. Unfortunately in this town, you really only get what you pay for. Don't expect the Hilton for $115 a night, but this hotel isn't too bad at all.
Nice and quiet hotel
by A TripAdvisor Member
I must say our experience at the Grand Union was good. We checked in early around 11:00 and they had a room ready. On the very same night we had a problem with the door to our room that required some repairs and the hotel easily upgraded us to a new room. The staff are nice and polite and the hotel is clean and quiet. I would recommened this hotel to anyone.
Great little hotel!
by A TripAdvisor Member
Good location, very nice lobby. As you walk in, on the right is a sweet little lounge where it appears that internet access is available. On the left is the adjacent coffee shop. Next to the elevator is a small lending library, a nice touch! I was a little nervous when the desk clerk gave me a TV remote along with the electronic key, but not to worry! My room had one double bed, the carpet was new, bathroom very clean, with soap and shampoo, fluffy towels. Added plus was refrigerator in the room. Only thing missing was no clock. Very very clean and comfortable; excellent value for what I paid $109.00.
Good Cheap Hotel
by A TripAdvisor Member
We stayed at the Grand Union for three day's in August and it's exactly what we expected. Very good location, a subway station a block away, some good food just around the corner and it's in a safe location. The front desk staff wasn't overly nice but very respectable and the cleaning staff was great, very nice and they kept everything in top shape. If you want a no frills good hotel with a good location in Midtown this is the place for you. I would stay there again since when your visting New York you don't spend much time in you room anyway.
Forum Posts
Grand Union hotel
by kci24
Hi all, I'm going to New York soon and am looking to find somewhere at a reasonable price to stay. I came accross the Grand Union Hotel, which is very close to the Empire State Building. Has anyone stayed there? Whats it like?
Re: Grand Union hotel
by zuriga
You can always check hotels at www.tripadvisor.com.
Re: Grand Union hotel
by Bavavia
well, there are no cheap decent hotels in manhattan... even the not so great places are expensive. Depends too on which day you are going. I stayed at the Muse hotel in manhattan a few times. THey have specials sometimes called Great dates/great rates. Otherwise its a bit pricey, but they do have those special great dates and the price is way reduced. The price extends to some weekends too..
never heard of stayed at the grand union hotel..... if its less than 3 stars, i would beware!
Re: Grand Union hotel
by icunme
We ducked inside their deli from the rain to have a cheesecake - they have the dubious distinction of being the site of the largest rat I have EVER see scurry across our feet to the rear of the the deli. Exit left........
Re: Grand Union hotel
by Bavavia
oh my God! thats not good, lol! all the times I have been in Manhattan, i have not yet seen a rat( hopefully i wont)! once though in philly i saw a giant roach, terrible ,,,never forget it, lol..
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