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4.6 out of 5

"Thank you staff for rescuing our suitcase! A very good value for NYC. " More

By a verified traveler on Mon 05 Feb 2024

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Hotel Description

4-star Art Deco hotel near Empire State Building

City center stay

A stay at this Manhattan hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of 5th Avenue and 2 miles (3 km) of Empire State Building. Madison Square Garden and Grand Central Terminal are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Nightclub, dining

A nightclub, a 24-hour gym, and a restaurant are all featured at this smoke-free hotel. Business travelers can take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas. Relax with a drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges and enjoy the gym.

Cozy Queen

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
$158* Per night/room Mar 31 - Apr 1

Deluxe Queen

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

King

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Premium King

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Solo Room

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Premium Queen

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Freehand New York ratings based on 10 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.6 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 5.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 5.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Freehand New York

Everyone (6) Couples (3) Family (1)
5 out of 5
Thank you staff for rescuing our suitcase! A very good value for NYC.

Posted by on Feb 5, 2024

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Comment from Hotel Management

Feb 5, 2024 by Team Freehand

Wendy, thank you for choosing us for your stay. We are always working diligently to improve our guest experience. A suitcase rescue is the least we could do for you.

5 out of 5
the charm of old town new york

Posted by on Jun 6, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jun 7, 2023 by Team Freehand

Thank you for telling us about your stay at George. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your time with us at The Freehand and hope to see you again soon. If we can help with anything else, please don’t hesitate to get in touch!

5 out of 5
Perfect for our overnight stay. Great shower.

Posted by on May 30, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jun 1, 2023 by Team Freehand

We are glad you and enjoyed your stay and our showers. We look forward to extending our hospitality to you again in the future.

5 out of 5

Posted by on May 29, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jun 1, 2023 by Team Freehand

Thank you for taking the time to review us.

5 out of 5
Really Nice Hotel. We came at 9am to see if we could drop off our bags, go see the city. They got us into our room right then which was pretty amazing. Had a really cool rooftop bar, with an amazing view. Nice cafe with a good selection of breakfast options….

Posted by on Dec 27, 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

Dec 28, 2021 by Delamarques

Michael, Thank you for your review. We're Thrilled to know you enjoyed your stay with us and happy that we were able to get you in early. You're right our rooftop, Broken Shaker, has great views and delicious cocktails. Next time don't forget to check out our other space - Comodo and Bar Calico! Until next time! Cheers, Delamarques

5 out of 5

Posted by on Nov 13, 2021

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5 out of 5

Posted by , from Collinsville on Sep 19, 2021

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5 out of 5
Loved the hotel. Thought it was weird we couldn’t get to the rooftop bar from the hotel elevator even though we were staying in the hotel.

Posted by , from Brick on Sep 6, 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

Sep 7, 2021 by Freehand Team

Hi Maureen, Thank you for your feedback, The rooftop Bar is still at the soft opening stage so the occupancy is not quite at 100% and security would like to keep track of how many people go to the rooftop Bar so they have temporarily changed the entrance to the side of the building to not mix up guest with the Bar guest. Slowly but surely We will be fully back up and running soon. :)

5 out of 5

Posted by on Apr 9, 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

Apr 22, 2021 by Team Freehand New York

Thank you for taking the time to share your Freehand New York experience! We’re delighted to know that you had a blast. We look forward to another opportunity in the (very near) future to welcome you back. All the best, Team Freehand New York

1 out of 5

Posted by on Sep 3, 2020

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Property Features

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. A nightclub, a 24-hour fitness center, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Freehand New York. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. This 4-star New York hotel is smoke free.

  • 400 guestrooms or units
  • 18 levels
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1929
  • Nightclub
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Transport

  • Train station: New York 23rd St. Station (1.1 km / 0.7 mi)
  • Metro station: 23 St. Station (Park Av.) (0.3 km / 0.2 mi)

Room Amenities

Freehand New York offers 400 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and bathrobes. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board available
  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy to-go breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

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.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 21

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by noon

Payment types

Children and extra beds

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

Pet Policy

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 75 lbs per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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

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

Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, mobile payments, Google Pay, and Apple Pay. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

  • Mobile payments
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Apple Pay
  • UnionPay
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Water dispenser use by guests actively encouraged
  • Security system
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Property follows sanitization practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)
  • Staffed front desk
  • Google Pay
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 34.43 per accommodation, per night

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.

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 10.00–25 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 60.00 per day (656 ft away)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

Hotel Names

  • Freehand New York Hotel
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  • Freehand
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You should know

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.