Hotel and the City-Midtown
Guest rating: 4.3 / 5
Hotel and the City-Midtown is an apartment-style stay in Midtown Manhattan, positioned for walkable access to major sights like the Empire State Building and 5th Avenue (about a 5-minute walk). Units are equipped for longer stays with kitchens that include a microwave and oven stove, plus helpful in-room appliances such as a washer, heating, and air conditioning. The property is smoke-free and offers free Wi‑Fi, cable TV, and elevator access to upper floors. Its surrounding blocks are transit-rich, with 34 St–Herald Sq nearby and Penn Station within easy reach, making it practical for exploring across Manhattan and beyond. Dining options in the immediate area skew heavily Korean, including K-town Pocha, Anytime Kitchen, and miss KOREA BBQ, with additional nearby choices like Bread & Butter and AMAVI Restaurant New York.
Best for
This property best suits travelers who want a central Midtown base with apartment conveniences, especially those who value having a kitchen (microwave, oven stove) and in-unit laundry. It’s also a strong fit for guests prioritizing quick access to public transportation and landmark-heavy sightseeing around the Empire State Building/5th Avenue corridor.
Travel tips
If you’re arriving by rail, Penn Station is about 608 m away, and multiple subway stops are close, including 34 St–Herald Sq (about 301 m) and 34 St–Penn Station (about 459 m). The entrance may be easy to miss at street level, so have the address and building details ready when you arrive. For quick meals near the hotel, Koreatown options are within a short walk, including K-town Pocha (about 79 m) and Anytime Kitchen (about 110 m).
What guests say
Guests frequently highlight the standout Midtown location, describing it as very central for sightseeing and getting around. Reviews commonly note smooth, quick check-in and helpful staff. Unit amenities such as comfortable beds and practical kitchen equipment (including a fridge/microwave/hob) are recurring positives, along with the convenience of elevator access and luggage storage after checkout. A reported downside is that at least some bathrooms have very small showers, and some guests mention the entrance can be a bit hard to spot on arrival.
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