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Freehand New York

4.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with 3 bars/lounges, near 5th Avenue

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Experience the vibrant energy of Manhattan at Freehand New York, close to iconic landmarks like Madison Square Garden. Enjoy a seafood meal at Comodo, relax on the rooftop terrace or sip coffee in the cafe. With helpful multilingual staff and three lively bars, this upscale hotel is perfect for exploring 5th Avenue.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and 3 bars/lounges
  • Nightclub
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • ATM/banking services
  • Water dispenser

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Elevator
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Bathrobes
The current price is R1 708
R2 656 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King

8,2 out of 10
Very good
(46 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Desk
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Queen

8,4 out of 10
Very good
(89 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Desk
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Private Quad

8,6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Desk
In-room safe
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Three Company

9,2 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Desk
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 3

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Corner King

8,6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Desk
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Cozy Queen

8,0 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Desk
In-room safe
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Queen

8,4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Desk
In-room safe
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Quad

7,2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Desk
In-room safe
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4

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Room amenity

Premium King

8,6 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Desk
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Gallery Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Desk
In-room safe
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 6

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Solo Room

8,0 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Desk
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1

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Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

GW Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
2 bedrooms
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Desk
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4

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About the area

Map
23 Lexington Ave, New York, NY, 10010

What's nearby

  • Gramercy Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Madison Square Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • 5th Avenue - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Museum of Sex - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Empire State Building - 11 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Teterboro, NJ (TEB) - 21 min drive
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 29 min drive
  • Linden, NJ (LDJ) - 31 min drive
  • Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) - 40 min drive
  • John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) - 53 min drive
  • New York 23rd St. Station - 10 min walk
  • New York W 32nd St. Station - 15 min walk
  • New York 14th St. Station - 18 min walk
  • 23 St. Station (Park Av.) - 3 min walk
  • 28 St. Station (Park Av. S) - 6 min walk
  • 23 St. Station (5th Av.) - 6 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Broken Shaker - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Juice Generation - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Comodo - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Freehand New York

Freehand New York features a nightclub and puts you within a 10-minute walk of 5th Avenue and Madison Square Park. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Comodo, which serves seafood and is open for lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this Art Deco hotel include 3 bars/lounges, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace. Fellow travelers like that it's just a short walk to public transportation: 23 St. Station (Park Av.) is 3 minutes away and 28 St. Station (Park Av. S) is 6 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 400 rooms
    • Arranged over 18 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 AM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 34 kg per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Off-site parking within 656 ft (USD 60.00 per day)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • To-go breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Built in 1929
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Nightclub
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Water dispenser
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchairs available on site

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Dining

Comodo - This restaurant specializes in seafood and serves brunch, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Broken Shaker - This rooftop bar specializes in Mexican cuisine and serves dinner and light fare. Happy hour is offered. Open select days.
Smile to Go - This café serves breakfast, lunch, and light fare. Open daily.
Bar Calico - Onsite cocktail bar. Open select days.
Georgia Room - Onsite bar. Open select days.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay

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 40.17 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • To-go breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10.00 to 25 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 75 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 50 (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during the winter:
  • One of the dining venues

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs USD 60.00 per day (656 ft away)

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates).
This property accepts credit cards and mobile payments. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay.

Also known as

Freehand New York Hotel
Freehand Hotel
Freehand
Freehand New York Hotel
Freehand New York New York
Freehand New York Hotel New York

Frequently asked questions

Does Freehand New York offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Freehand New York 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 Freehand New York?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 75 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Freehand New York?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM. There's a charge of USD 75 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 50 (subject to availability).

Is there an onsite casino at Freehand New York?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Resorts World Casino (22-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Freehand New York and nearby?

Freehand New York has 3 bars and a nightclub, as well as a 24-hour fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near Freehand New York?

Yes, Comodo offers seafood.

What's the area around Freehand New York like?

Freehand New York is in Manhattan, a short 3-minute walk from 23 St. Station (Park Av.) and 6 minutes' walk from 5th Avenue. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Reviews

Freehand New York Reviews

8,4

Very good

8,8

Cleanliness

8,0

Amenities

8,8

Staff & service

8,2

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The property offers excellent dining options, including great restaurants and bars on site and nearby. (26 reviews)
  • Breakfast options at the on-site cafe were highly praised for their quality and variety. (16 reviews)
  • The on-site fitness room was nice and had small weights. (7 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay, cute rooms and love the dimmed lighting. Will definitely consider a future stay!
Peter, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
richard, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Room was very clean and moderately sized for the city!
Marlisa, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room the staff was very helpful the location was great.
Frank, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay, super helpful staff
Jamie, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great rooms and awesome staff. Location is spot on as well
Dustin, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great staff and location.
John, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room - helpful staff
Sheldon, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is a beautiful hotel with clean, comfortable rooms and friendly, helpful staff. Would definitely stay here again.
Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, great staff. Have stayed here before and will definitely be back.
robert, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Valciel, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly hotel
Pinhas, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The staff was very helpful and incredibly friendly! 10 out of 10 for service. Great location as well
Hannah, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff…close to transportation.. you can walk to Time Square.. very cute and clean
Hazel, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff and hotel were fantastic. But
Alison, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amenities. Good hot water. Nice gym with small weights! Fabulous art work. Good coffee shop.
Wiley, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very accomodating, and the rooms were always clean.
Nisarg, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location was great and staff was very friendly. On the weekends the bars are a little loud.
Samuel, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was very clean. The bathroom was really small; especially the sink. The bar is very nice. Location is very good.
sedef, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were perfect. Every time we needed something, they took care of it promptly and well. Very courteous too!
Thierry, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was spotless, and the staff was great, the breakfast options were fine.
Patrick, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, large bathroom, overall, great hotel, would stay again
james, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean good sized room for NYC, Kind staff & beautiful Hotel!
Lisa, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room and good amenities
Younghyun, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staff, location, and within walking distance of so much Manhattan has to offer!
Daniel, 2-night trip