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Hotel Mela

4 stars
120 West 44th Street,, New York, NY 10036
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.0
out of 5
168 reviews
Perfect location, perfect staff

The hotel is in the heart of Big Apple. Rooms are very clean and recently decorated. Free internet... See full review

  • Schumi79
  • May 4, 2013
APRIL 2013 REVIEW

Fantastic place to stay. Close to Times Square and subway. Staff was friendly and attentive. Room... See full review

  • Two Texans
  • Apr 28, 2013
Intimate, new chic hotel off Times Square, close to key attractions
This intimate, chic, new 228-room nonsmoking hotel is ideally situated in the center of the action, providing an ideal base to enjoy key New York attractions. The Hotel Mela is decorated in relaxing earth tones, providing a tranquil haven that is also close to bustling Times Square and other important New York attractions. Explore the numerous shopping options in the heart of NYC or take in one of the legendary Broadway shows. Valet parking and dining are available at the amazing on-site restaurant at the Hotel Mela.
3 Reasons To Stay:
  • Convenient location to key New York City attractions
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi access
  • A dedicated nonsmoking hotel
Hotel Mela Rooms
The Hotel Mela offers three room categories of varying sizes: superior, deluxe and executive, all of which are chic and have been carefully designed with comfort and relaxation in mind. All rooms are furnished with comfortable beds complete with top-quality Egyptian cotton-combed linen. Expect a comfortable, well-appointed room of approximately 190 square feet, or a deluxe room that measures 220 square feet, with a queen- or king-sized bed. The stunningly decorated executive rooms at the Mela Hotel are the largest available, averaging 300 square feet. All rooms include a writing desk and large, flat-screen television. The comfortable and functional bathrooms include toiletries by H2O.
Things To Do:
  • Bryant Park (0.2 mi/0.4 km)
  • Times Square (0.4 mi/0.6 km)
  • Theatre District (0.7 mi/1.1 km)
  • Grand Central Station (0.7 mi/1.1 km)
  • Madison Square Garden 0.7 mi/1.1 km)
  • Empire State Building (0.8 mi/1.3 km)
  • Carnegie Hall (0.9 mi/1.4 km)
  • Macy's on 34th (1 mi/1.6 km)
Policies and fees
  • Valet parking is $50 USD per day
  • Additional beds and baby cots may be requested for an additional surcharge. Availability must be confirmed with the hotel.

This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.

Hotel Mela Rooms

Executive
Our oversized Executive guest rooms are beautifully appointed, averaging 300 square feet (28 square meters), and include a king or queen bed. Each of the Executive guest rooms is decorated with earth-tone inspired dcor designed to create a tranquil atmosphere of modern luxury and classic sophistication. The Executive guest rooms provide guests a unique level of functionality, comfort and relaxation, such as providing deluxe plush mattresses covered with fine duvets and 100% Egyptian combed cotton linen and bathroom products by H2O+. In addition, Executive guest rooms feature a full-range of luxury amenities and the latest in technology, including 26" flat-screen LCD TVs, CD/Alarm clocks with MP3 connection, working desks with ergonomic chairs, dedicated 2-line phone service with cordless and land-line phones, mini-bars, safes, hairdryers, umbrellas, bath robes, HSIA and complimentary WiFi.
Deluxe
Averaging 220 square feet (20.5 square meters), and featuring either a king or a queen, our Deluxe guest rooms are decorated with earth-tone inspired dcor designed to create a tranquil atmosphere of modern luxury and classic sophistication. Each of the hotel's Deluxe guest rooms has been carefully designed to provide guests a unique level of functionality, comfort and relaxation, such as providing deluxe plush mattresses covered with fine duvets and 100% Egyptian combed cotton linen and bathroom products by H2O+. In addition, Deluxe guest rooms feature full-range of traditional amenities and the latest in technology, including 26" flat-screen LCD TVs, CD/Alarm clocks with MP3 connection, working desks with ergonomic chairs, dedicated 2-line phone service with cordless and land-line phones, mini-bars, safes, hairdryers, bath robes, HSIA and complimentary WiFi.
Superior
These beautifully appointed guest rooms averaging 165 square feet (18 square meters) feature a double bed. Superior guest rooms are decorated with earth-tone inspired dcor designed to create a tranquil atmosphere of modern luxury and classic sophistication. Each of the Superior guest rooms has been carefully designed to offer guests a unique level of functionality, comfort and relaxation, such as providing deluxe plush mattresses covered with fine duvets and 100% Egyptian combed cotton linen and bathroom products by H2O+. In addition, the Superior guest rooms feature a full-range of luxury amenities and the latest in technology, including 26" flat-screen LCD TVs, CD/Alarm clocks with MP3 connection, dedicated 2-line phone service with cordless or land-line phones, mini-bars, safes, hairdryers, bath robes, HSIA and complimentary WiFi.

Amenities

  • FREE internet in room
General
Concierge
Pets allowed
Activities
Health club
Dining
Room service
Internet
FREE internet in room
Accessibility
Handicapped rooms/facilities

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Hotel Map

40.7564 -73.9844
Area served
New York City.
Nearby airports
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
Area description
The Hotel Mela, a Desires Hotel, takes advantage of its central location right in the heart of the Time Square and Theatre District in New York City. Within easy walking distance of Manhattan's most popular arts and attractions - think Times Square, Broadway, Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall, Carnegie Hall, Bryant Park, the New York Public Library and the Museum of Modern Art - you'll have no trouble experiencing New York City like a native.

Nearby points of interest

  • Town Hall: 0 mi
  • Stephen Sondheim Theatre: 0 mi
  • Belasco Theatre: 0 mi
  • Lower Plaza: 0.1 mi
  • Bank of America Tower: 0.1 mi
  • Condé Nast Building: 0.1 mi
  • Lyceum Theatre: 0.1 mi
  • Theater District: 0.1 mi
  • Minskoff Theatre: 0.1 mi
  • Palace Theatre: 0.2 mi
  • New Victory Theater: 0.2 mi
  • American Airlines Theatre: 0.2 mi
  • Foxwoods Theatre: 0.2 mi
  • Bryant Park: 0.2 mi
  • Ford Center For The Performing Arts: 0.2 mi
  • Town Hall: 0 mi
  • Stephen Sondheim Theatre: 0 mi
  • Belasco Theatre: 0 mi
  • Lower Plaza: 0.1 mi
  • Bank of America Tower: 0.1 mi
  • Condé Nast Building: 0.1 mi
  • Lyceum Theatre: 0.1 mi
  • Theater District: 0.1 mi
  • Minskoff Theatre: 0.1 mi
  • Palace Theatre: 0.2 mi
  • New Victory Theater: 0.2 mi
  • American Airlines Theatre: 0.2 mi
  • Foxwoods Theatre: 0.2 mi
  • Bryant Park: 0.2 mi
  • Ford Center For The Performing Arts: 0.2 mi
  • Majestic Theatre: 0.2 mi
  • Shubert Theatre: 0.2 mi
  • Helen Hayes Theatre: 0.2 mi
  • Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre: 0.2 mi
  • Booth Theatre: 0.2 mi
  • Nederlander Theatre: 0.2 mi
  • Cort Theatre: 0.2 mi
  • Broadhurst Theatre: 0.2 mi
  • New Amsterdam Theatre: 0.2 mi
  • Duffy Square: 0.2 mi
  • Diamond District: 0.2 mi
  • Music Box Theatre: 0.2 mi
  • Lunt-Fontanne Theatre: 0.2 mi
  • Richard Rodgers Theatre: 0.2 mi
  • Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre: 0.2 mi
  • John Golden Theatre: 0.2 mi
  • Imperial Theatre: 0.2 mi
  • Ethel Barrymore Theatre: 0.3 mi
  • Brooks Atkinson Theatre: 0.3 mi
  • St. James Theatre: 0.3 mi
  • Taipei Gallery: 0.3 mi
  • Marquis Theatre: 0.3 mi
  • Nintendo World Store New Yok: 0.3 mi
  • Longacre Theatre: 0.3 mi
  • NY Public Library: 0.3 mi
  • New York Times Building: 0.3 mi
  • Walter Kerr Theatre: 0.3 mi
  • Samuel J. Friedman Theatre: 0.3 mi
  • Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Times Square: 0.3 mi
  • GE Building: 0.3 mi

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
Check-out:
1200

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (168)

Ratings and reviews for Hotel Mela

Overall score

4 / 5
168 out of 168
Amenities:
3.6
Room cleanliness:
4.4
Hotel staff:
4.2
Room comfort:
3.9
Location:
4.7
Value:
3.9

87% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

3
Lovelovelovehj
London, England
Oct 12, 2012

Nice location

This place was average at best. I would say two stars not four.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
2
Location:
4
Value:
2
Review of Hotel Mela

Reviewer score

5
DeeMaree
Cleveland, Ohio
Oct 6, 2012

A Great Find

If you want a hotel near Times Square, you won't do better than Hotel Mela. Cool, modern decor, very clean room, really friendly and gracious staff, and a very hip vibe. About the only suggestion I have is that fans be installed in the bathrooms to minimize the shower steam; otherwise, I highly recommend it. I would definitely stay at this hotel again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Hotel Mela

Reviewer score

4
runhard
Business
San Diego, CA
Oct 6, 2012

Pleasant surprise

Didn't know what to expect of this one. Had never heard of Mela. Was heading to NYC on business. I try to avoid Times Square but needed to be in midtown and this was the best I could find. Really nice place. Clean, comfortable, easy. Would definitely return.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Money-saving tip: Short walk from hotel

Took the express E train from JFK. 1 hour, under $10. No traffic jams.

Review of Hotel Mela

Reviewer score

4
Comic mom
Flowery Branch, GA
Oct 3, 2012

New York getaway

Went to visit my son and enjoy some of the sights and sounds of New York. The location of the hotel was excellent. The room was clean and modern. Would stay there again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Hotel Mela

Reviewer score

4
M and G
UK
Oct 2, 2012

Perfect location, near Times Square

Room was average size but adequate for us as we were only in it to sleep! Too much to see and do & very close to Times Square. Room was very clean although not a brilliant view from the window, not bothered as not in it long. Watch out for the mini bar as it's very sensitive & you will be charged if you move anything! We were pre-warned by the reception staff though, staff were very polite and friendly and we were able to leave our bags prior to check in time of 3pm and on the day we checked out which meant we could do plenty of last minute shopping without having to carry our cases with us. Would recommend :-)

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
5
Review of Hotel Mela

Reviewer score

3
Rebella
Montreal
Oct 2, 2012

Perfect located for a short Get away...

Frienly and very competent staff. However our room was small and sleep during the nights disturbed from exterieur noise. After the second night it became clear it wasn´t an isolated event (neighbouring property aircon) and we were offered another room. Walking distances to more than you can overcome on a 3 day stay. New York is calling for more visits. Good knowing Hotel Mela is there..... with excellent -and affordable- Parking arrangement closeby.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of Hotel Mela

Reviewer score

4
Out of Work Mom
The Berkshires, MA
Sep 24, 2012

Great Location

The room was a little small, but that was o.k. because we just used the room as a place to sleep.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Hotel Mela

Reviewer score

4
RobynTA
Kansas City, MO
Sep 19, 2012

Fun location for weekend trip

The hotel was very cute and clean. The lobby is small but modern. The staff were very helpful and friendly. The room was very small, but well appointed, comfortable and clean. It was close to everywhere we wanted to go either walking, using the subway or by cab. It was a busy place. We stayed 2 nights and the prices was great for what we needed.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: In Hotel

The bistro right next door to the hotel is really cute and good for a quick bite before heading out for the day or a easy drink.

Review of Hotel Mela

Reviewer score

4
jesseH
Boston
Sep 18, 2012

Overnight and a show

The wife and I stayed over in New York to see a show and decided to say right in Times Square, since we just had one night. Mela was perfect, location -- walk to everything -- and tons of restaurants and all the characters that traverse Times Square. The costs was a little on the high side and parking was pricey, but hey, it's New York. well worth it.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

44th and 45th street are gems for eating, Heck's Kitchen right down the street.

Review of Hotel Mela

Reviewer score

4
MikeFromMaine
Business
Maine
Sep 15, 2012

Good value (for NYC)

Convenient, clean, and comfortable. Fitness center and business center on 2nd floor which staff failed to tell me about.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
3
Trip purpose:

Business

Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Deli 100 feet from hotel on 44th makes excellent sandwiches at a very reasonable cost.

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