PUBLIC Hotel

215 Chrystie St, New York, NY 10002, New York, United States

4-star hotel

Guest rating: 4.1 / 5

Overview

PUBLIC Hotel is a hip, modern 4-star property set in the vibrant Lower East Side of Manhattan, at 215 Chrystie St. The hotel blends minimalist design with a lively social atmosphere, positioning itself as a design-forward alternative to traditional luxury hotels in the neighborhood.

Rooms

Rooms take a minimalist approach with floor-to-ceiling windows and wood floors, along with smart TVs, Wi-Fi, USB ports and Bluetooth speakers. Upgraded rooms add city views and pull-out sofas, while suites include separate living and dining areas for guests wanting more space.

Dining & Bars

The hotel houses two sophisticated restaurants from chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten, a trendy rooftop bar with skyline views, and a chic lobby lounge. A casual cafe and market is also on site for lighter, quicker options throughout the day.

Amenities & Extras

Guests enjoy freebies including wellness classes, cookies and drinks, plus a coworking space noted by guests as well set up for remote work. Dramatic event spaces are also available on site for gatherings and functions.

Location

Set in the Lower East Side, the hotel is about a 6-minute walk from two subway stations, making it easy to explore the city. Nearby points of interest include Washington Square Park (971m), One World Trade Center (2132m), Brooklyn Bridge (1935m), the 9/11 Memorial & Museum (2202m), the Whitney Museum of American Art (2314m), and the Empire State Building (2868m), with Times Square, Grand Central Terminal, and the Museum of Modern Art also within a few miles.

Best for

This hotel suits design-conscious travelers and couples drawn to its minimalist rooms, rooftop bar, and chef-driven dining, as well as remote workers who can take advantage of the coworking space and in-room Wi-Fi/USB ports. Its Lower East Side location near Washington Square Park and multiple subway stations also makes it a strong fit for sightseers wanting easy access to Downtown and Midtown landmarks.

Travel tips

The hotel is about a 6-minute walk from two subway stations, making it easy to reach both Downtown sights like the 9/11 Memorial and One World Trade Center and Midtown attractions such as Times Square and Rockefeller Center. Guests should confirm at check-in whether roof top bar entry is included for hotel guests, since this perk has reportedly gone unexplained by staff at times. Given mixed reports on front desk and room service responsiveness, it's worth clarifying service expectations (room service, luggage assistance) upon arrival.

What guests say

Guests frequently praise the rooms, service, pricing, and location, describing the hotel as beautiful, clean, and well fitted, with particular appreciation for the shower and a coworking space that works well for remote work. The lobby and lounge areas are noted as comfortable spots for drinks or laptop work. On the negative side, some guests report inconsistent service, including limited room service, door service, and front desk responsiveness, with only one attendant covering the bar at times. A recurring complaint involves staff not proactively informing guests of perks like free rooftop bar entry, leading some to pay unnecessarily, and a few reviewers found check-in staff impatient or lacking in explanation.

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