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.
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) - 46 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
Juice Generation - 2 min walk
Comodo - 1 min walk
TKK Fried Chicken - 1 min walk
Ampersand - 2 min walk
Broken Shaker New York - 1 min walk
About this property
Freehand New York
Freehand New York features a nightclub and puts you within a five-minute walk of Gramercy Park. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness centre 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 travellers like that it's only 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.
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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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 21
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Children
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 34 kg per pet)*
Service animals welcome
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 centre
Nightclub
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
Water dispenser
Art Deco architecture
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Handrails in hallways
Handrails in stairwells
Wheelchairs available on site
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
LED light bulbs
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only
Special features
Dining
Comodo – This restaurant specialises in seafood and serves brunch, lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Broken Shaker – This rooftop bar specialises in Mexican cuisine and serves dinner and light fare. Happy hour is offered. Open selected days.
Smile to Go – This café serves breakfast, lunch and light fare. Open daily.
Bar Calico – On-site cocktail bar. Open selected days.
Georgia Room – On-site bar. Open selected 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 checkout. 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
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 that 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
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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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Freehand New York?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 34 kg 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.
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. Check-out time is noon.
Is there an on-site casino at Freehand New York?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Resorts World Casino (19-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 centre.
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. Travellers say that the hotel is in a great location.
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Freehand New York Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
The property offers excellent dining options, including on-site restaurants and convenient nearby eateries. (25 reviews)
Breakfast options were great, with many reviewers praising the quality and variety of food at the on-site cafe. (12 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
28 May, 2025
We enjoyed the atmosphere of the common areas
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 May, 2025
Awesome stay
Spacious room and well designed space
Haley
Haley, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 May, 2025
Great! Comfy rooms
Jeffery
Jeffery, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 Apr, 2025
My favorite hotel now
The hotel is perfect and well situated!
Verified traveller
4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 May, 2025
Cute & Comfy
Always love this hotel. The views are horrible (ha) but the rooms are super cute and beds are comfy. Really nice spot if you need something budget-friendly and close to Flatiron/Nomad neighborhoods - - or you are a subway rider as it has the main lines really close.
Melissa
Melissa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 Feb, 2025
Restaurants and location were great.
Jamel
Jamel, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 May, 2025
I truly love the Freehand NYC. The location can’t be beat, and all the places to sit and hang out, get a bite or a drink within the hotel are fantastic. Madison Square park is so close and so wonderful. Lots of great restaurants and cafes are an easy walk. Also a pretty easy walk up Broadway to Times Square. Rooms are small but well appointed with wonderful details. I can’t say enough good things about the Freehand.
Larissa
Larissa, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
13 May, 2025
Nice, comfortable, convenient, but slightly dated
Great lobby and common areas on the ground floor. Convenient location. Room was surprisingly big for NYC (and comfortable) but decor and hallways were a little dated. All in all enjoyed the stay and would come here again.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Apr, 2025
Long weekend
The hotel room was very cute, clean, and it was a great stay for a long weekend. I loved the hotel bars and everyone who worked there was incredibly nice. The location was perfect. I would be very happy to stay again.
Kathleen
Kathleen, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 Apr, 2025
The room was quite cozy and very clean.
Margaret
Margaret, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Mar, 2025
I really loved this hotel Everyone was cool and there’s a cool bar scene as well
Sammy
Sammy, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 Feb, 2025
Great central location with easy subway options, great value, had everything we needed for a few days in NYC!
Alice
Alice, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Feb, 2025
Amazing stay!! Loved it all
Brigitte
Brigitte, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Feb, 2025
excelent I love this hotel
Rozero P
Rozero P, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Feb, 2025
Great place to stay in NYC
Laura
Laura, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Jan, 2025
Very nice, second stay here
Jack
Jack, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 Jan, 2025
Great hotel
MOHAMED RATEB DAR
MOHAMED RATEB DAR, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Mar, 2025
Great stay! Cool vibe. Rooms are cute.
Aaliyah
Aaliyah, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 Mar, 2025
Stylish, Hip Hotel with Great Service
Very fun, very stylish/hip hotel with fantastic service. One staff member, Hero (sp?), was fantastic and really helped make our stay wonderful. My only recommendation would be to add more items to the bathroom - water glass, toiletry storage, etc.
Keith
Keith, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Feb, 2025
The place is cute. Lots of things to do around the area
Garnette
Garnette, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Feb, 2025
Great Staff. Great Location
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Jan, 2025
Great location!
Anthony
Anthony, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Feb, 2025
The staff was great!
Eriko
Eriko, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Jan, 2025
Great Hotel!! Good Price!!
The hotel is small but very clean and cozy. Very friendly staff at the front desk.