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Vanderbilt Ymca
2 stars

Vanderbilt Ymca

224 East 47th Street, New York, NY 10017, United States
New York, NY
See location+1 212 912 2506
7.1
Good
based on 4262 reviews
4,262 reviews
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A 10-minute walk from Grand Central Terminal, Vanderbilt YMCA has a accessible setting, making it an ideal base when in New York City. It also features a sauna and an indoor pool.

A variety of premium services are available for guests of Vanderbilt YMCA, such as a concierge and 24-hour security. In addition, the multilingual staff are on hand to provide local information.

The rooms at the hostel have a refrigerator, a flat-screen TV and free wireless internet access. Those staying in the rooms also have access to a communal bathroom.

Ideally situated, the hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Grand Central-42nd Street Subway Station. Rockefeller Center and United Nations Headquarters are a short walk away.

Rating
7.1
Good
Based on 4,262 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Vanderbilt Ymca

  • Fitness centre
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Spa
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe
  • Disabled access
  • Sauna
  • Refrigerator
  • Air-conditioned

Pool and spa

  • Sauna
  • Pool
  • Spa

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Air-conditioned

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchen

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled access
  • Lift

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

General

  • Storage available

Health and safety

  • Safe

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of Vanderbilt Ymca

7.1
Good
4262 verified ratings
Wonderful
692
Very good
651
Good
1241
Okay
620
Fair
581
Mediocre
233
Poor
244

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's great location, which is close to major attractions and public transport. However, many reviews highlighted issues with service, noting unfriendliness from staff and a lack of responsiveness. Cleanliness was also a concern, with several guests mentioning dirty rooms and bathrooms. Overall, while the location is a strong point, the service and cleanliness need significant improvement.
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Location9 out of 10
Cleanliness2.5 out of 10
Service2.5 out of 10
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6.8
Okay
K, Nov 2019
Pros (+) Location was good.
Cons (-) Nothing
5.7
Fair
Henny, Oct 2018
Pros (+) Location only was good inconvenience
Cons (-) The staff and the facilities of the hotel was incomplete and for the class hostel it was so terrible. The room was tide and small no mirror no cabinet and etc just plce to sleep
9.4
Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2018
Pros (+) Reading
Cons (-) Facility failure
5.7
Fair
Thomas, Jun 2017
Pros (+) I choose to stay at Vanderbilt YMCA because it is so convenient and yet does not cost hundreds of dollars a night.
Cons (-) After staying there several times over the past four years for up to a week at a time, I may change my mind if the quality continues to decline. Each time I've been, the services have gotten worse. I'm not talking about the 25 year old TVs that are so big they are a predominate feature in the room nor am I talking about the creakiness of the bunk beds when you turn over at night, nor the carpet th...
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4.8
Mediocre
Anonymous, May 2017
Pros (+) I liked the in-room fridge, the proximity to the subway, and the workout facilities. These were the best things about the place.
Cons (-) I didn't like that the staff puts men in rooms next to the women's bathrooms and showers. I also really didn't like that the women's shower room didn't lock properly, which left women vulnerable during their shower time. I checked out after one night because that made me very nervous. The cleaning staff was loud, the front desk staff didn't care about the lock on the shower room door, and only one...
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10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Mar 2017
Pros (+) Humbly, please inform me about helping with movies about the future of the library. I have approached New York Public Library. Humbly, please inform fully.
Cons (-) OK.
6.0
Okay
kd, Oct 2016
Cons (-) My room lights and a fire alarm tweeting caused me distress
7.7
Good
Anonymous, Dec 2015
Pros (+) Simple life, simple place, simple night.
10
Wonderful
Jean, Dec 2015
Pros (+) Price and walking distance from
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Nov 2015
Pros (+) Staff answered questions via email very quickly. Staff were very friendly. Room, shared bathroom and fadcilities were exceptionally clean. Very affordable. Excellent bang for the buck.
Cons (-) Staff did not answer phone calls. I tried several numbers and several times.

Location

224 East 47th Street, New York, NY 10017

What's nearby

  • United Nations Headquarters0.4 km
  • Midtown Center0.9 km
  • Rockefeller Center0.9 km
  • Museum of Modern Art1.1 km
  • Tiffany & Co.1.1 km
  • Times Square1.3 km
  • Theatre District1.3 km
  • Empire State Building1.4 km
  • New York City Center1.4 km
  • Broadway1.4 km
  • Koreatown1.5 km
  • Fifth Avenue1.7 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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FAQs when booking at Vanderbilt Ymca

  • Where is Vanderbilt Ymca located?

    Vanderbilt Ymca is located at 224 East 47th Street in Midtown, 1.5 km from the centre of New York. United Nations Headquarters is the closest landmark to Vanderbilt Ymca.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Vanderbilt Ymca?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Vanderbilt Ymca.

  • Does Vanderbilt Ymca offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Vanderbilt Ymca offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Vanderbilt Ymca from the airport?

    Vanderbilt Ymca is 1.8 km from New York Skyports SPB.

  • Does Vanderbilt Ymca have a pool?

    Yes, Vanderbilt Ymca has a pool on-site.

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Good to know

Value for money

7.8

Distance to city centre

1.5 km

Nearest airport

New York LaGuardia

Distance to airport

8.6 km