Grand Union Hotel New York
Located in Midtown Manhattan, Grand Union Hotel, New York offers a traditional style of elegance. Guests will find the hotel conveniently situated just two blocks from the Empire State Building and some of NYC’s finest shopping, and minutes away from the New York Public Library, Central Park Rockefeller Center,Penn Station and Herald Square. Transportation is also within reach as subway and public buses are just a walk away from the Hotel Grand Union New York.
Grand Union Hotel has a newly renovated lobby. It has detailed ceiling and crown molding adorned with the artworks of David Dewey and various renowned local New York artists. This 10-storey family-run hotel is proud of its 96 guestrooms. It was once visited by an editor of EuroCheapo. It was then highly recommended for its cleanliness, location, price and overall quality. The EuroCheapo did not ask to be charged when they included Grand Union Hotel, New York to their list of recommendations.
Each guestroom is furnished with traditional décor, painted a shade of sage green with floral artwork on the walls. They are all kept small, simple and comfortable. There is a taste of lavender and dark wood furnishings that produces a warm and relaxing ambiance. Bathrooms are not that lavish but rather practical and suite the standards.
Rates at Grand Union Hotel are known to be cheap and worth it. They offer 24-hour service with multi-lingual and well-trained staff. They have a coffee shop that maintains high level of service serving drinks and snacks. And commercial establishments and tourists spots are just a stroll away.
Hotel Star Rating: 2 Stars
Sample Room Rates:
- Single/Double-£80 (approx.)
- Triple/Twin-£100 (approx.)
- Quad-£120 (approx.)
Grand Union Hotel New York Amenities:
- Air conditioning
- Bathroom: Private
- Bathtubs Available
- Cable TV
- Hair Dryer
- Heat
- Internet Access
- Mini fridge
- Radio
- Safe
- Telephone
- TV
- Voice Mail
Grand Union Hotel New York Customer Reviews:
Excellent:
“Not for luxury or romance but perfect for a girlie shopping trip!”
Hotel review by: EW2810
From: London
Date: Dec 1, 2009
Excellent location, 2 blocks from Macys and the Empire state building and within walking distance of the other shops on 5th avenue.
The one bad thing I have to say is that the radiator in our room was very load on the first night, very clunky and a lot of running water noise and it did keep me awake. In the morning I had a look at it and turned it off and it was fine after that and the room was not too cold either, so only a small issue. I also overheard another guset complaining about this in reception - but as i say with the radistor off it was not an issue.
I don't give many hotels 5*, but for what I was looking for on this trip it ticked all the boxes, so I can't fault it.
“completely different”
Hotel review by: richardslater
From: Stafforshire, England
Date: Oct 30, 2009
This hotel was completely different but it did the trick. Our room was a quadruple. It was at the rear and therefore didn't have a view, but who cares? When you come in after a hard day sight-seeing, all you want to do is sleep....The room was clean, had a great shower, towels were changed every day and the beds made. The hotel is only a few yards from the nearest metro subway, but you can walk up to Times square in about 15 mins. Breakfast places were very close and very reasonable! The staff were consistently friendly and helpful. I would certainly use this hotel again on my next trip.
“Unbeatable!”
Hotel review by: Manx_kitten
From: Isle of Man
Date: Oct 4, 2009
The staff were very nice, friendly and helpful, we had a few laughs with them and they obliged with the loan of a wine opener, which won me over LoL!
The location is unbeatable with the subway a few munutes away and the ESB and Macy's literally 5 mins walk..
We used the little cafe attached to the hotel everyday for breakfast and coffee and they were great, very helpful and friendly.
Next time I visit New York I will definitely stay here again.
Poor:
“Dirty rooms”
Hotel review by: travel876543
From: Scotland
Date: Nov 15, 2009
Our room was not clean, we had dirty sheets and hair on our pillows. We requested new bedding and were given 3 pillow cases from a cupboard. No apology from staff, and no one seemed particularly bothered. The reception staff appeared mostly bored, and while they would answer queries, it wasn't exactly with any enthusiasm.
Would not stay here again or recommend.
“Worst hotel experience we've ever had!”
Hotel review by: SHERATravels
From: Nashville
Date: Dec 13, 2008
We were able to check into this hotel early so we sat our things down in our room, and proceeded to sight see and shop in the city. When we returned later that evening, we found our hotel had been broken into and all of our valuables were stolen. There was no sign of forced entry; however, after notifying the hotel staff, they practically accused us of staging the incident. We called the police, filed a report and asked the Hotel Grand Union for a refund. We have yet to receive that refund. They were extremely defensive and never even once apologized for what happened to us. Luckily, the NYPD had compassion on us and gave us a ride to another hotel.