Chelsea Inn

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near 5th Avenue

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Exterior
Reception
Lobby
Interior entrance
In-room safe, individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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46 W 17th St, New York, NY, 10011
  • Place, 5th Avenue
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Union Square Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Flatiron Building
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room Private Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(132 reviews)
  • City view
  • 128 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Junior Studio with Private Bathroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • City view
  • 130 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Triple Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double Room with Shared Bath

7.0 out of 10
Good
(48 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

New York

Manhattan stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Manhattan hotel, you'll find 5th Avenue and New York University. Empire State Building and Madison Square Garden are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • 5th Avenue - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Union Square Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Flatiron Building - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Madison Square Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • New York University - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • New York 14th St. Station - 4 min walk
  • 14 St. Station (6th Av.) - 4 min walk
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hollywood Diner - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Think Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪little maven - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Blank Street Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Hummus & Pita Co. - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Chelsea Inn

3-star hotel near 5th Avenue
Chelsea Inn offers its guests express check-in, express check-out, and a front-desk safe. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This 3-star New York hotel is smoke free.

  • 45 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1880
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Front-desk safe
  • No smoking on site
Chelsea Inn offers 45 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. These individually decorated accommodations include desks. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Contactless check-in available

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from March 12 2026 to June 4 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: USD 250.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Housekeeping fee: USD 35

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and debit cards. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Chelsea Inn.

Property is also known as

Chelsea Inn

Inn Chelsea

Chelsea Inn - 17th Street Hotel New York City

Chelsea Hotel 17th Street

Chelsea Inn Hotel

Chelsea Inn New York

Chelsea Inn Hotel New York

Frequently asked questions

How close is Chelsea Inn to the airport?

Chelsea Inn is 10.5 mi (36-min drive) away from the LaGuardia Airport (LGA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Chelsea Inn?

As of May 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chelsea Inn on Jun 16, 2026 start from $313, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Chelsea Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Chelsea Inn.

How close is Chelsea Inn to the beach?

This hotel is 16.9 mi (47-min drive) from Coney Island Beach.

Does Chelsea Inn offer free breakfast?

Chelsea Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Chelsea Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Resorts World Casino (24-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Chelsea Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Chelsea Inn?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Chelsea Inn have a pool?

Chelsea Inn does not have a pool.

Does Chelsea Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Chelsea Inn to downtown New York?

Chelsea Inn is 1.9 mi away from New York.

Chelsea Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 931 out of 1980 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 550 out of 1980 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 257 out of 1980 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 112 out of 1980 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 130 out of 1980 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jared

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Julia Fayngold, Dunwoody

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Clean, not too tiny room and bath. Helpful staff. Very affordable. Good location. Very firm high pillows - if that is not to your liking it’s a problem.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Julia, Dunwoody

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless and clean. Very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Abhishek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes clean room .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Gregory

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Zaheer

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Fatuma

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean. Staff was so nice. But.. bed was not good old and broken down and pushed up against the heat source which was so hot all night Overall okay for the price I would stay again if I had too
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Katya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bonito el cuarto. Pequeño pero acogedor! Buen servicio!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, good location. Everything we wanted.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Sydney

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was very small -- not as advertised. Smelly. Hostel -- not hotel/inn
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Zadoo

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Positives: clean, comfortable bed, fridge Staff support lacking, no elevators, irritating check in process.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

María Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excelente estadía
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small room but clean and great location. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Natalie

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Brian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly, great place and location for the low cost!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bernardo

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

romaine

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
It’s cheap. Be prepared to walk up stairs to your room. Small rooms. You get what you pay for.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was nice and helpful. For me it was perfect bc I lived in nyc for 12 years so it felt like home. The room is like a bedroom. Took a while for the hot bath water to warm up. That’s the only thing I can think of honestly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Ayeisha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very nice clean room and bathroom. had everything we needed, from toiletries and hairdryer to fridge and microwave. Coffee and snacks at reception. very safe. good location near subway stations.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Maeve

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Room was comfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026