Rate based on Check-in: May 9, 2013 Check-out: May 10, 2013

Vanderbilt YMCA

2 stars
224 East 47th Street, New York, NY 10017
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.0
out of 5
205 reviews
Budget accommodation in NYC

Small rooms and shared bathrooms, luxury it ain't but so great to find anything at this price in... See full review

  • Not Rockefeller
  • Mar 19, 2013
overnight trip

I was hesitant to stay here after reading the reviews. If you are used to fancier hotels it seems a... See full review

  • Limba
  • Dec 10, 2012
East Midtown budget hotel with free fitness center, Wi-Fi
This hotel provides value accommodations in a desirable, normally high-priced location. It's just the basics here. Rooms have beds and TVs, and guests share bathrooms. Valuable perks include free Wi-Fi and free use of the YMCA fitness facilities. The location puts guests on the east side of Midtown -- close to the United Nations and near Grand Central Terminal.
Highlights
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Complimentary use of the YMCA fitness facilities
  • Convenient to Grand Central, United Nations
Location

Fifth Avenue, Rockefeller Center and Grand Central Terminal all within walking distance from the hotel. Times Square and the Theater District are a longer walk or short cab ride away. 

Rooms

The 370 rooms come with either a set of bunk beds or one single bed. Rooms have TVs, air conditioning units and free Wi-Fi. Daily housekeeping service is provided. Guests share common bathrooms.

Features

Guests may use the YMCA fitness facilities free of charge.

Transportation
  • Grand Central Terminal (0.3 mi/ 0.5 km)
  • MTA Subway Grand Central – 42nd St. 4, 5, 6; 7; S lines (0.4 mi/ 0.6 km)
  • La Guardia Airport (8.9 mi/ 14.3 km)
  • Newark Liberty International Airport (15.6 mi/ 25.1 km)
  • John F. Kennedy International Airport (16.8 mi/ 27 km)
Attractions
  • United Nations (0.3 mi/ 0.5 km)
  • Grand Central Terminal (0.3 mi /0.5 km)
  • Fifth Avenue (0.4 mi / 0.6 km)
  • Rockefeller Center (0.6 mi / 1 km)

Vanderbilt YMCA Rooms

Bunk
The room offers 1 Bunk Bed with upper and lower berth a color TV, air conditioning and daily. housekeeping.
Single
The room offers 1 Twin Bed with a color TV, air conditioning and daily housekeeping.

Amenities

  • Pool
General
Concierge
Activities
Pool
Health club

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Hotel Map

40.7535 -73.9711
Area served
New York.
Nearby airports
John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
Area description
YMCA Vanderbilt is located on Manhattan's fashionable east side near United Nation and Grand Central Station. The Y is about 21 miles from John F Kennedy International Airport.

Nearby points of interest

  • Japan Society Gallery: 0.2 mi
  • Chrysler Building: 0.2 mi
  • East Side: 0.2 mi
  • Daily News Building: 0.3 mi
  • Ford Foundation Building: 0.3 mi
  • Grand Central Station: 0.3 mi
  • United Nations Headquarters: 0.3 mi
  • Citicorp Center: 0.4 mi
  • Saks Fifth Avenue: 0.4 mi
  • Lever House: 0.4 mi
  • Tudor City: 0.5 mi
  • International Building: 0.5 mi
  • Rockefeller Center: 0.5 mi
  • NBC Studios: 0.5 mi
  • Sony Building: 0.6 mi
  • Japan Society Gallery: 0.2 mi
  • Chrysler Building: 0.2 mi
  • East Side: 0.2 mi
  • Daily News Building: 0.3 mi
  • Ford Foundation Building: 0.3 mi
  • Grand Central Station: 0.3 mi
  • United Nations Headquarters: 0.3 mi
  • Citicorp Center: 0.4 mi
  • Saks Fifth Avenue: 0.4 mi
  • Lever House: 0.4 mi
  • Tudor City: 0.5 mi
  • International Building: 0.5 mi
  • Rockefeller Center: 0.5 mi
  • NBC Studios: 0.5 mi
  • Sony Building: 0.6 mi
  • NY Public Library: 0.6 mi
  • Museum of Modern Art (MOMA): 0.6 mi
  • Diamond District: 0.6 mi
  • GE Building: 0.6 mi
  • Murray Hill: 0.6 mi
  • Radio City Music Hall: 0.6 mi
  • University Club: 0.6 mi
  • Pierpont Morgan Library: 0.6 mi
  • Henri Bendel: 0.6 mi
  • Trump Tower: 0.6 mi
  • CBS Building: 0.7 mi
  • Museum of American Folk Art: 0.7 mi
  • American Craft Museum: 0.7 mi
  • Bryant Park: 0.7 mi
  • Paine Webber Art Gallery: 0.7 mi
  • New Amsterdam Theater: 0.7 mi
  • Century Building: 0.7 mi
  • FAO Schwarz: 0.7 mi
  • Park Avenue: 0.8 mi
  • Harmonie Club: 0.8 mi
  • Lower Plaza: 0.8 mi
  • Fifth Avenue: 0.8 mi
  • Metropolitan Club: 0.8 mi
  • Equitable Center: 0.8 mi
  • Tuscan Square: 0.8 mi
  • Bloomingdale's: 0.8 mi
  • Duffy Square: 0.8 mi
  • Empire State Building: 0.8 mi
  • Roosevelt Island Tramway: 0.9 mi
  • Knickerbocker Club: 0.9 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 (205)

Ratings and reviews for Vanderbilt YMCA

Overall score

3 / 5
205 out of 205
Amenities:
2.8
Room cleanliness:
3.1
Hotel staff:
3.3
Room comfort:
2.5
Location:
4.2
Value:
3.7

73% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

2
Media Maniac
Phoenix, AZ
Mar 26, 2013

Looked for great rate

I did not have any bad experiences; The room was hot so I simply opened a window. I think heating was cheaper than blankets. The area is safe- there is an exercise facility on Lobby floor. The location at 47th St and 2nd Ave is close to everything!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
5
Nightlife tip: Short walk from hotel

Use your GPS - the area is full of pubs and places to spend an evening

Review of Vanderbilt YMCA

Reviewer score

4
Not Rockefeller
England
Mar 19, 2013

Budget accommodation in NYC

Small rooms and shared bathrooms, luxury it ain't but so great to find anything at this price in central Manhattan, for young people and others on a tight budget. Guests also have free access to a large gym and a swimming pool. Wifi available though was erratic.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
2
Location:
4
Value:
5
Money-saving tip: Not Applicable

Buy an unlimited travel Metro card, good on subways and buses, to save money getting around NYC.

Review of Vanderbilt YMCA

Reviewer score

1
Smile fish
New York
Dec 27, 2012

The worst hotel I've ever seen in my life,keep away from it.

The hotel is not easy to find,the name is weird and small.The location is just so-so,not very good,but the price is very high.The room is old and small like a cell.It gives you a kind of feeling of staying in the prison,if you are not slim,then it's hard for you to make a turn in the room.The heating is not available and the heating machine makes the noise all the night,no bathroom in the room,no internet access in the room.You have to bring your key everywhere,you have to show your key to the guard if your want to use the elevator,you have to wrap your key if you want to use the restroom,if you want to take a shower you have to take your key as well.The room makes me scared,so old,with the heating machine making noise all day.The stuff are rude and impatient.Very unhappy experience.Never take it into consideration.It costs me 130 bucks for one night.It doesn't worth the money.I'll recommend Hotel 17,the location is good and the price is reasonable,only 89 bucks one night,or Paramount Hotel,the location is good as well,and the room is big and clean with bathroom and the stuff are very nice,it's 116 bucks or the Holiday Inn or Best Western.Stay away from YMCA!

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

Reviewer score

2
Dinobino
Business
Vancouver, Canada
Dec 16, 2012

bare, bare bones

sufficed as a last minute, last resort alternative. Convenient location but rooms are literally one step up from a prison cell - and I really mean one step up, Very uncomfortable bed but things seemed to be reasonably clean and secure. Excellent shared washrooms and private showers. The positives are not enough to see me staying there again though.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
1
Location:
4
Value:
2
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Vanderbilt YMCA

Reviewer score

4
Limba
Rhode Island
Dec 10, 2012

overnight trip

I was hesitant to stay here after reading the reviews. If you are used to fancier hotels it seems a bit shabby but for a camper like me it was fine. The bed was comfy and everyone I met was sweet so I felt safe and it was quiet and so cheap for a hotel in Manhattan with a pool and gym.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
5
Entertainment tip: Short walk from hotel

The UN is down the street

Review of Vanderbilt YMCA

Reviewer score

2
billybama
Business
pittsburgh
Dec 8, 2012

exceptional value

Nice value if you plan 7 hrs per day in your hotel room.

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

Business

Review of Vanderbilt YMCA

Reviewer score

1
msca
Business
virginia
Dec 3, 2012

Vanderbilt YMCA

The rooms are fairly clean and tiny, about what you would expect for this price. The front desk staff is horrible, they are rude and difficult, and their checkin procedure is awful. Waited in line an hour to check in only to find out I had to have a printed copy of my reservation, then had to leave, print it, and wait in line another hour.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
1
Room comfort:
2
Location:
4
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Vanderbilt YMCA

Reviewer score

2
Betty Huang
Marietta, OH
Nov 25, 2012

not comfortable

The room is so small. You have no place to stretch out even a little bit. We two girls could hardly sit straight on our beds! Not comfortable at all. The location is convenient and fairly safe.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
1
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of Vanderbilt YMCA

Reviewer score

4
nyc expat
miami
Oct 30, 2012

great budget hotel

The rooms are tiiny but clean. Shared baths/showers were also very clean. Security is excellent/felt very safe. Fellow guests were a wide range of ages, all from other countries. If you are like me and feel that any trip to NYC shouldn't involve spending time in the hotel room, then you can't beat the price, location, and value. Plus their great gym is right downstairs and is included in the price.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
2
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Vanderbilt YMCA

Reviewer score

3
Vonnieb
Business
Mpls
Oct 22, 2012

Im content

This place is good for the value especially if you purchase on a travel site. It's 6 blocks from Times Square and a block or two from a subway. The rooms don't look extremely clean but they are not filthy either. It does suck having to share a bathroom and shower but they were a 4.5 on s scale to 10 in regards to cleanliness.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
2
Location:
5
Value:
5
Trip purpose:

Business

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