In the heart of Midtown, Pod 39 offers a vibrant retreat with Mexican cuisine at Empellón Al Pastor and cocktails at one of two bars. Connect to in-room WiFi, unwind on the rooftop terrace or challenge friends in the arcade/game room. Luggage storage and dry cleaning services make travel easy while helpful staff add a personal touch – previous guests rave about their stay.
John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) - 44 min drive
Grand Central - 42 St. Station - 3 min walk
New York W 32nd St. Station - 17 min walk
Penn Station - 25 min walk
33 St. Station (Park Av. S) - 9 min walk
5 Av Station (W. 42nd St.) - 10 min walk
42 St. - Bryant Pk. Station - 11 min walk
Restaurants
Shake Shack - 1 min walk
Momosan Ramen & Sake - 1 min walk
City Beer - 2 min walk
Just Salad - 1 min walk
Peter Dillon's Pub - 2 min walk
About this property
Pod 39
Pod 39 features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 10-minute walk of Grand Central Terminal and 5th Avenue. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Arthur & Sons Restaurant, which serves Mexican cuisine. Also, Bryant Park and Empire State Building are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travelers like that it's just a short walk to public transportation: 33 St. Station (Park Av. S) is 9 minutes away and 5 Av Station (W. 42nd St.) is 10 minutes.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English, Korean, Polish, Romanian, Spanish
More about this property
VISIBILITY
At a glance
Hotel size
366 rooms
Arranged over 17 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (1 total, up to 7 kg per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Parking
On-site self-parking (USD 45 per day)
Other information
Smoke-free property
No stag or hen parties
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Property amenities
Food and drink
2 bars/lounges
Restaurant
Coffee/tea in a common area
What to do
Free use of nearby fitness center
Working away
Business center
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Limo or town car service
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1918
Rooftop terrace
Television in common areas
Arcade/game room
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
ROOM
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
Free local calls
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
LED light bulbs
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Special features
Dining
Arthur & Sons Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in Mexican cuisine. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Arthur & Sons Rooftop Bar - Onsite rooftop bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
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Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 30.00 per night
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Resort fee: USD 22.95 per accommodation, per night
Resort fee inclusions:
Additional inclusions
Fitness center access
Housekeeping
In-room safe
Internet access (may be limited)
Nearby fitness center access
Phone calls (may be limited)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: USD 25.00 per night
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per pet, per night
Parking
Self parking costs USD 45 per day
Policies
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International
Also known as
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Pod 39 Hotel New York
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Frequently asked questions
Does Pod 39 offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Pod 39 does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Pod 39?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 15 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 25.00 per pet, per night, and there's also a deposit of USD 25.00 per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Pod 39?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 45 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Pod 39?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at Pod 39?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Resorts World Casino (19-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Pod 39 and nearby?
Pod 39 has 2 bars and an arcade.
Are there restaurants at or near Pod 39?
Yes, Arthur & Sons Restaurant offers Mexican cuisine.
What's the area around Pod 39 like?
Pod 39 is in Manhattan, a short 9-minute walk from 33 St. Station (Park Av. S) and 6 minutes' walk from Grand Central Terminal. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.
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Pod 39 Reviews
Reviews
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9,4/10
Cleanliness
9,4/10
Staff & service
8,6/10
Amenities
9,0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8,8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Value
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Lobby
Bar
What guests liked
Complimentary coffee and a variety of breakfast options, including pastries, granola, and bagels, were available in the lobby. (8 reviews)
Parking was easily accessible and available with a convenient deal nearby. (3 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
10 June 2025
good location and affordable rates
RITSUKO
RITSUKO, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 June 2025
Easy check in - nice staff
We received a welcome text the day before our arrival and they helped us plan out trip and check in was SUPER easy.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
28 June 2025
Nice hotel for a few nights
Small room but enough for sleeping, and quiet. Comfortable bed. A nice location.
Björn
Björn, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
29 March 2025
Great location, great staff
Mikio
Mikio, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 March 2025
Great Place and staff is so helpful perfect location
Donna
Donna, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
03 April 2025
Clean and nice stay! Great little view and super kind staff
Abi
Abi, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 June 2025
Amazing
Egli
Egli, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
11 March 2025
Good Hotel
Mark
Mark, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
01 July 2025
We will stay there again!
We had a great time staying at Pod 39. We loved the industrial chic flavor of the place, with the red, black and chrome accents. The bathroom was updated with new fixtures and stylish glass. The room wasn't large, but it was just big enough and fun and clean. The location was great for us; a quick walk to Grand Central and we had easy subway access to everything. The immediate neighborhood around Pod 39 had a deli, pizza, a bagel shop, dry cleaners, a spa and several restaurants.
Espen
Espen, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 January 2025
We vas an amazing stay!
Laetitia Marie josephine
Laetitia Marie josephine, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
16 June 2025
This is in a nice locations, just a couple blocks from NY Public Library, Grand Central Station, Times Square. Rooms are small with basic necessities but we didn't plan to spend much time in the room so was just fine with us. The rooftop bar has nice views, but unfortunately was never open when we were at the hotel.
Becky
Becky, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 June 2025
A PERFECT LITTLE FIND IN MIDTOWN MANHATTAN
POD39 is the PERFECT hotel for business travel when you are working all day and just need somewhere nice and clean to lay down and sleep at night. Bed was comfortable, shower was wonderful (included shampoo, conditioner & body wash), everything was clean and the room was cleaned daily, whether I asked for it or not.
The staff was courteous, friendly, professional and just great! Especially Jenae Johnson, the Assistant Front Office Manager.
Paula
Paula, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 April 2025
Researcher
Place is very clean and the bedding are the Best ever!
Judith
Judith, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
06 April 2025
Joyful
I live going to this hotel
Jimmie
Jimmie, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
17 January 2025
Clean, small rooms, and great location.
PERIHAN
PERIHAN, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 February 2025
Great location.
Very clean place to stay.
Very convenient to subway and also walking.
Jean
10/10 Exceptional
24 April 2025
Bedst hotel in Midtown
This is my favorite hotel in Manhattan. Clean, modern, super nice and helpful crew at the front desk. Easy to get to from Grand Central ( 10 min walk). and The Newark Express (5 min walk)
steen
steen, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 June 2025
The streets are calling....!
I have selected this property again for the third time within a few months because I very safe and at home.
The staff and the complimentary coffee in the morning is a big plus as it prepares me for a day of shooting. I'm an unbarn landscape photographer and the streets of NYC is one of my favorite subjects to capture on both film and digitally.
Ricardo
Ricardo, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
22 May 2025
Satisfied
Room is small but clean and well maintained. Quiet and centrally located. Three blocks from Grand Central Station. Easy access for taxis and Lyft/Uber.
Great bargain
Tom
Tom, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 May 2025
Tiny place that’s great for sleeping
Size of a jail cell? But it’s clean, modern, and good location. Safe and sound sleep, that’s for sure 😊
Jefferson
Jefferson, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 February 2025
5-star accommodation and service
Excellent stay, room was roomier than I expected, lots of storage, comfortable bed, very friendly and helpful staff and excellent daily housekeeping, very friendly housekeeping staff. Will definitely stay again.
Trisha
Trisha, 13-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 March 2025
Friendly and professional reception. They even let us early check in. Hotel is properly cleaned every day.
Ewnetu Ferede
Ewnetu Ferede, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 March 2025
It was a great experience staying here . Really enjoyed the place it was really close to grand central , so it made it super easy to move around . The rooms are small but very comfortable don’t need anything else. I would stay here any other time really recommend .
Blanca
Blanca, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
01 April 2025
Relaxed and ready to explore.
The front desk staff were on point with my check-in, informing me about my room upgrade and where to enjoy a cup of morning coffee the next day.
Ricardo
Ricardo, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
06 May 2025
Ready To Explore!!!
The minute I walked into the lobby to check-in I knew I would be taken care of and most importantly in a very safe environment.
I made sure I was up early for complimentary coffee serviced on the first floor dining space. Salma the young lady running the breakfast service was wonderful, even on a day she worked alone in a packed room.
Gracias!