Windsor Hotel
108 Forsyth St, New York, NY 10002, New York, United States
2-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.0 / 5
The Windsor Hotel is a budget, 2-star property occupying a six-story building on the Lower East Side of Manhattan at 108 Forsyth St. It's a straightforward, no-frills hotel aimed at travelers who want an affordable base within walking distance of Soho and Chinatown, both about three blocks away, and a subway station roughly two blocks off. Rooms are simply furnished with wood furniture, work desks, in-room safes, wall-unit air conditioners, flat-screen TVs, and complimentary Wi-Fi. There is no full-service restaurant on site, but the lobby offers complimentary coffee and tea, and the hotel provides luggage storage for guests arriving early or departing late. Its Lower East Side location puts several major New York attractions within a few kilometers, including Washington Square Park (1.4km), the Brooklyn Bridge (1.44km), One World Trade Center (1.87km), and the 9/11 Memorial & Museum (1.9km). Guest feedback is mixed, reflecting the property's budget positioning rather than a polished, full-service experience.
Best for
This hotel suits budget-conscious travelers and solo visitors or couples prioritizing a central downtown Manhattan location over room size or amenities. Its proximity to Soho, Chinatown, and a nearby subway stop makes it a practical, low-cost base for exploring the Lower East Side and downtown attractions on foot or by transit.
Travel tips
Take advantage of the subway station roughly two blocks away to reach Midtown attractions like Times Square (4.4km) and Rockefeller Center (4.6km) without needing a cab. Since rooms are described as simple and small, travelers with lots of luggage or two-bed group stays should set expectations accordingly, and can use the hotel's luggage storage if arriving before check-in. Walking is a good option for nearby sights -- Washington Square Park and the Brooklyn Bridge are both under 1.5km away.
What guests say
Reviews are notably split: several guests describe friendly, helpful front desk staff and a smooth, easy check-out experience, with rooms described as clean and comfortable. Other guests report the opposite -- staff described as rude, rooms with unpleasant odors and poor upkeep, and a general sense that quality doesn't match even the budget price. Room size is a recurring complaint, particularly for stays involving two beds. Overall, the hotel's 3-out-of-5 average across 483 reviews reflects this inconsistency between service and room-quality experiences from guest to guest.
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