Aloft by Marriott New York Brooklyn
216 Duffield St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, Brooklyn, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.7 / 5
Aloft by Marriott New York Brooklyn is a 3-star, chic hotel in Downtown Brooklyn at 216 Duffield St, about a 2-minute walk from the Hoyt Street subway station. Rooms lean modern and trendy, with 42-inch flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, minifridges, coffeemakers, and desks with ergonomic chairs; bathrooms feature walk-in showers. Public spaces emphasize a social, retro-lounge vibe, including check-in kiosks, a fireplace, and a billiards table. On-site amenities include an indoor pool, an all-day fitness room, and a 24/7 cafe, plus a hip bar with mood music and an upscale rooftop bar. The location is positioned for sightseeing on both sides of the river, with the Brooklyn Bridge about 1.9 km away and One World Trade Center and the 9/11 Memorial & Museum roughly 3.4 km and 3.3 km away, respectively. Brooklyn cultural stops such as the Brooklyn Museum (~2.9 km) and Brooklyn Botanic Garden (~3.1 km) are also within a short ride.
Best for
Best suited to travelers who want a lively, modern hotel base with strong on-site hangout spaces—lobby lounge with billiards and fireplace, plus both a bar and a rooftop bar. It also fits guests who plan to use public transit heavily, thanks to the short walk to the Hoyt Street subway and easy reach to major Manhattan and Brooklyn sights. Pet owners and active travelers benefit from the pet-friendly policy, indoor pool, and all-day fitness room.
Travel tips
Plan on using the subway for fast access around the city; the hotel is a quick walk from Hoyt Street station, making it practical to reach Downtown Manhattan attractions like One World Trade Center (~3.4 km) and Times Square (~7.4 km). For nearby exploring on foot, the Brooklyn Bridge is about 1.9 km away, while Brooklyn Museum and Brooklyn Botanic Garden are around 2.9–3.1 km away by transit or rideshare. If you’re visiting primarily for neighborhood charm, note the hotel sits in a more commercial Downtown Brooklyn setting, while still being convenient for cross-city navigation.
What guests say
Guests frequently highlight the convenient Downtown Brooklyn location and the ease of getting around the city from the hotel. Service is a recurring positive theme, with front-desk staff and bartenders often noted for being helpful and friendly. Cleanliness and a strong “vibe” in the lobby and public spaces are commonly praised. Negative feedback centers on rooms feeling small for the price and occasional reports of room wear-and-tear or maintenance issues (such as fixtures not working as expected).
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