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Renaissance New York Harlem Hotel

New York, United States
7.8 Very Good
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233 West 125th Street, Harlem, New York, NY 10027, United States

Overview

When I first walked into the Renaissance New York Harlem Hotel, I’ll be honest – I wasn’t quite sure what to expect from a three-star property in this part of Manhattan. But you know what? This place completely changed my perspective on what Harlem hospitality looks like. The lobby has this really cool contemporary vibe that somehow manages to nod to the neighborhood’s rich jazz heritage without being cheesy about it, and the staff actually seem to know their stuff about the area – not just the usual tourist traps.

The location on 125th Street is honestly perfect if you want to experience the real New York energy. I mean, you’re literally steps away from the Apollo Theater (you can practically hear the music spilling out some nights), and the subway connections are actually better than a lot of Midtown hotels I’ve stayed at. The 4, 5, and 6 trains are right there, so getting downtown takes maybe 20 minutes. What I really loved though was being able to walk to places like Sylvia’s for some incredible soul food, or just strolling through Marcus Garvey Park in the morning – there’s something about this neighborhood that feels more authentic than the usual Manhattan hotel bubble. The rooms themselves are clean and modern, though not huge (this is New York, after all). I had a street-facing room and yes, 125th can get lively, but it’s more interesting urban sounds than annoying traffic noise. The beds are actually comfortable, and the bathroom had decent water pressure – honestly, that’s half the battle in older NYC buildings.

Here’s the thing about this place – it’s not trying to be the fanciest hotel in the city, but it gets the fundamentals right while giving you access to one of Manhattan’s most vibrant neighborhoods. The fitness center is small but functional, and they’ve got a business center if you need to print boarding passes or whatever. Parking is available but pricey (welcome to New York), though honestly, you probably won’t need a car here. I found myself spending way more time exploring Harlem than I expected – hitting up the weekend market on Malcolm X Boulevard, checking out the brownstone architecture, even catching some live music at a few spots the concierge recommended. It’s the kind of place where you feel like you’re staying in a neighborhood rather than just passing through a hotel district, and for a lot of travelers, that’s exactly what makes a trip memorable.

Accommodations

King Room

1 king bed

Max. people: 2

From $225

King Room with City View

1 king bed

Max. people: 2

From $233

King Room with Central Park View

1 king bed

Max. people: 2

From $241

King Room - Hearing Accessible

1 king bed

Max. people: 2

From $281

King Room - Mobility Accessible with Tub

1 king bed

Max. people: 2

From $281

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds

2 queen beds

Max. people: 4

From $241

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and City View

2 queen beds

Max. people: 4

From $248

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Central Park View

2 queen beds

Max. people: 4

From $257

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds

2 queen beds

Max. people: 4

From $301

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Hearing Accessible

2 queen beds

Max. people: 4

From $301

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Mobility Accessible with Tub

2 queen beds

Max. people: 4

From $301

Guest Reviews

7.8 Very Good 10 reviews
Staff
8.2
Comfort
8.5
Location
8.1
Free Wifi
8.4
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.4
Value for money
7.6
D
Dinorah United States September 11, 2025
8/10

Very Good

It is a nice hotel and the rooms were very clean.

What could be improved: The rooms should have at least a mini fridge.

S
Saqib United Arab Emirates September 2, 2025
8/10

Excellent Experience

Spacious and very clean room. Excellent location as all big shopping outlets and stores (like Burlington, GAP, TJ Maxx, Marshall's and Target to name a few) were at a walking distance. My children enjoyed Tex's chicken (halal) and Domino's pizza as both were very close to the property. Thanks to Armani, a very helpful and professional staff member at the front desk. I had few inquiries about the total bill charged and she explained everything in detail.
We got 25 USD daily coupon for use at one internal restaurant. It was not referred anywhere while making reservation. So it was a sort of pleasant surprise too. Columbia University is just 5 to 7 min drive and very easy to get uber or taxi. Walking to the Columbia University is a bit challenging as it is at a relatively higher altitude compared to hotel, hence a slope or steps are involved.

What could be improved: No refrigerator and microwave in room. Management shall seriously think about having a refrigerator in each room. It seems to be a small deficiency in otherwise an excellent and attractive property.

E
Emeline United States August 23, 2025
9/10

Great

The hotel is well located, very close to the subway and in a very active neighborhood. Staff is very friendly, room was comfortable, in overall it was a very good stay and we were all happy with it !

Location

233 West 125th Street, Harlem, New York, NY 10027, United States

Surroundings

What's nearby:

  • Playground 123: 650 m
  • Moore Playground: 1.1 km
  • Morningside Park: 1.1 km
  • Collyer Brothers Park: 850 m
  • Morningside Playground: 650 m
  • Saint Nicholas Park Dog Run: 950 m
  • The Studio Museum In Harlem: 300 m
  • Courtney Callender Playground: 1.1 km
  • Mount Morris Park Historic District: 850 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • RestaurantKFC: 200 m
  • Restaurant Chick-Fil-A: 250 m
  • Restaurant White Castle: 200 m

Top attractions:

  • Bronx Zoo: 9 km
  • Bryant Park: 7 km
  • Central Park: 3.7 km
  • Top of the Rock: 6 km
  • Chrysler Building: 7 km
  • Strawberry Fields: 4.5 km
  • Rockefeller Center: 6 km
  • Museum of Modern Art: 6 km
  • Empire State Building: 8 km
  • Metropolitan Museum of Art: 4.2 km

Natural Beauty:

  • Lake Turtle Pond: 4.1 km
  • Peak Long Hill (61m): 6 km

Public transit:

  • Train125th Street: 1.1 km
  • Subway125 Th Street Lenox Avenue Line: 450 m
  • Subway125 Th Street Ind Eighth Avenue Line: 300 m
  • Train Interborough Rapid Transit Sub-Station Number 43: 2.7 km

Closest Airports:

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