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New York City Guest House 2

New York, United States
8.2 Excellent
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47 West 130th Street, Harlem, New York, NY 10037, United States

Overview

I’ll be honest – when I first walked up to the New York City Guest House 2 on West 130th Street, I wasn’t sure what to expect. Harlem has this amazing energy that’s completely different from touristy Manhattan, and this unique boutique hotel fits right into that authentic vibe. You’re basically staying in a neighborhood where real New Yorkers live, which I mean, that’s pretty special these days.

The building itself has character – it’s one of those classic brownstone-style places that actually feels like New York instead of some generic hotel chain. What really struck me was how the owners have managed to create something that feels both local and welcoming to visitors. The rooms aren’t huge (this is NYC after all), but they’re thoughtfully designed with details that show someone actually cares about the place. I loved the mix of modern amenities with touches that nod to the neighborhood’s rich history. You know what’s great? The staff genuinely knows the area – they’ll point you toward the best soul food spots or tell you which subway entrance is least crowded during rush hour.

Location-wise, you’re perfectly positioned to explore authentic New York without the Times Square chaos. The 2 and 3 trains are close by, so getting downtown is actually pretty easy, but honestly some of the best experiences are right in your backyard. Marcus Garvey Park is a short walk away, and the restaurant scene in this part of Harlem is incredible – I’m talking places where locals have been going for decades alongside newer spots that are doing really interesting things. Parking can be typical NYC street parking (good luck with that), but the subway access more than makes up for it. The neighborhood gets lively on weekends but settles down nicely in the evenings, so you won’t be dealing with constant noise. What I appreciated most was feeling like I was staying somewhere with real personality – this isn’t trying to be fancy for fancy’s sake, it’s just a well-run place that happens to be in one of the city’s most vibrant neighborhoods.

Accommodations

Double Room

1 full bed

Max. people: 2

From $109

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

1 full bed

Max. people: 2

From $130

Single Room with Shared Shower and Toilet

1 twin bed

Max. people: 1

From $99

Double or Twin Room

2 twin beds

Max. people: 1

From $125

Guest Reviews

8.2 Excellent 10 reviews
Staff
9.0
Comfort
8.4
Location
8.4
Free Wifi
8.3
Facilities
7.8
Cleanliness
8.5
Value for money
8.5
F
Fiona United Kingdom June 14, 2025
9/10

Great stay, clean room, good value

Really clean, the bed was comfortable, the shower was nice and the room was a really great size! There is also a small kitchen to use which was handy. The host was really accommodating too and quick to reply to responses!

What could be improved: Nothing! Everything was nice and as advertised.

L
Louis Germany June 14, 2025
8/10

Near the subway interesting if you want to stay in uptown NY city and good price with a shared bathroom

Very good price for what you get

What could be improved: The furniture could be of better quality

J
Jan Germany May 26, 2025
9/10

Wonderful

Great location, excellent value for money (given that it's on Manhattan). Staff was very helpful. When there was construction in front of our window, we were given a different room in the back without any problems. There was also a kitchen, which was great to save some money.

Location

47 West 130th Street, Harlem, New York, NY 10037, United States

Surroundings

What's nearby:

  • Morris Park: 750 m
  • Moore Playground: 200 m
  • Harlem River Park: 1 km
  • Collyer Brothers Park: 300 m
  • The Studio Museum In Harlem: 700 m
  • Courtney Callender Playground: 200 m
  • Harlem River Park and Greenway: 850 m
  • Mount Morris Park Historic District: 850 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/Bar Musette Wine Bar: 200 m
  • Restaurant Franchise Gourmet Deli: 200 m
  • Restaurant Ocean Chinese Restaurant: 150 m

Top attractions:

  • Bronx Zoo: 9 km
  • Bryant Park: 7 km
  • Central Park: 4.4 km
  • Top of the Rock: 7 km
  • Chrysler Building: 7 km
  • Strawberry Fields: 5 km
  • Rockefeller Center: 6 km
  • Museum of Modern Art: 6 km
  • Empire State Building: 8 km
  • Metropolitan Museum of Art: 4.3 km

Natural Beauty:

  • Lake Turtle Pond: 4.6 km
  • Peak Long Hill (61m): 7 km

Public transit:

  • Train125th Street: 850 m
  • Subway125 Th Street Lenox Avenue Line: 500 m
  • Subway135 Th Street Irt Lenox Avenue Line: 500 m
  • Train Interborough Rapid Transit Sub-Station Number 43: 2 km

Closest Airports:

  • La Guardia Airport: 9 km
  • Teterboro Airport: 18 km
  • New York Skyports Seaplane Base: 10 km
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