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The Hotel Marrakech is conveniently located near the subway in an interesting neighborhood just a few blocks from Central Park West. Reception is impressive, with sophisticated all-black clad doormen, Middle-East-style jazz music playing in reception, and professional, friendly staff. I was staying in a "Superior" room, which was in an isolated section toward the back of the hotel. The hallways and rooms were quite dark, and my room had a "view" of the building about 20 feet across the alley. On the positive side, it was away from Broadway and therefore relatively quiet.
The room itself was fairly spacious (by Manhattan standards). While the room's cleanliness wasn't exactly up to Swiss standards (hint: do NOT put your change of clothes on the bathroom windowsill!), it was comfortable and secure. The hotel offers a bar and internet access among its amenities. While the hotel does not provide breakfast, there are several restaurants within 3 blocks that offer all sorts of breakfast and coffee options (to include a Starbucks next door).
- Reasonably priced hotel near the subway
- Internet access available Theme: HotelPrice: US$120-180 » Currency ConverterComparison: less expensive than averagePhone: 212-222-2954Directions: On the corner of Broadway and 103rd Street. By subway, take the 1 Train to 103rd Street. If you're coming from downtown, your best bet is to board the express 2 or 3 Trains to 96th street, then board the local 1 train across the platform 1 stop to 103rd.Website: http://www.marrakechhotelnyc.com
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| | | | Marrakech Hotel: Great stay at a great price
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My friend and I thought this was a great hotel for a great price, especially for New York City. The staff was helpful and friendly, especially the guy who ran the breakfast bar. He could rattle off a dozen restaurant suggestions within a few blocks, and his suggestion to get to the Empire State Building early was excellent. Just after we got there, a line started forming, so he saved us a lot of time.
The room and bathroom were small, but we were only in there to sleep and shower, so who cares? The beds were the most comfortable hotel beds I've slept on, ditto for the pillows. Not once did I wake up with a stiff back or neck. The room and bathroom were clean, and our beds were made and towels restocked every day. We had a nice wardrobe to store our clothes in, plus a luggage rack. Only complaint there is more hangers would have been nice.
The location also couldn't have been better. For one thing, the route for the M60 bus from LaGuardia stops just three blocks from the Marrakech. Can't beat a $2 ride into the city! Also, the 103rd Street subway stop is just across the street, and we found tons of great restaurants nearby.
The only downside was the dark hallways and many staircases, so I definitely wouldn't recommend this to travelers with disabilities (or at least with disabilities that affect their walking/climbing), and it might be difficult for the elderly as well. Heck, it was difficult for me! But I'm not complaining; I'd highly recommend the Marrakech. Leave a Comment Theme: HotelPrice: US$180 and up » Currency ConverterComparison: less expensive than averagePhone: 212-222-2954Directions: Broadway at 103rd Street, just west of Central Park.
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