Hotel Alameda

518 W 27th St Lower Level, New York, NY 10001, New York, United States

4-star hotel

Guest rating: 3.8 / 5

Hotel Alameda is a 4-star, ultra-chic hotel in Manhattan’s Chelsea neighborhood at 518 W 27th St (Lower Level), placing guests a short walk from the High Line (about 292 m away). The property leans into minimalist, modern design with zenlike rooms featuring wooden platform beds, bean bag chairs, city views, free Wi‑Fi, flat-screen TVs, and minibars; some rooms add Japanese-style soaking tubs. On-site dining is a major focus, with a sleek Mexican restaurant/bar with an outdoor patio, plus a trendy rooftop eatery serving Mediterranean fare. Additional on-property options include two bars, a coffee shop, and a rooftop pool, and the hotel also offers loaner bikes. Its location provides convenient access to major NYC sights including the Whitney Museum of American Art (about 1.3 km), the Intrepid Museum (about 1.6 km), Times Square (about 1.7 km), the Empire State Building (about 1.5 km), and Grand Central Terminal (about 2.3 km).

Best for

This hotel is best suited to travelers who prioritize a fashionable Chelsea base with strong on-site food-and-drink options, including rooftop venues and a rooftop pool. It also fits guests who like modern, design-forward rooms and want to be close to the High Line and within easy reach of Midtown attractions such as Times Square and the Empire State Building.

Travel tips

Plan time for the High Line, which is only a short walk away (about 292 m), and use it as a scenic route toward Chelsea and the Hudson-side attractions. The hotel is about a 10-minute walk from a subway station (per source summary), making it practical to connect to Midtown sights like Times Square (about 1.7 km) and Grand Central Terminal (about 2.3 km). If you’re a light sleeper, note that some guests mention noise (including music), so asking for a quieter room may help.

What guests say

Guests frequently highlight the Chelsea location as a major advantage, especially for easy access to the High Line and surrounding Manhattan attractions. Staff and service are often praised, and on-site food and drinks—including the rooftop bar/venues—receive positive mentions. Several reviews also point to room-condition and maintenance issues (such as broken fixtures or leaking showers) and occasional noise (including music). A recurring critique is that the minimalist, ultra-stylized layout can be impractical to navigate, with small bathroom elements and design choices that reduce ease of use.

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