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PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel

4-star property
215 Chrystie St, New York, NY 1-855-201-7819

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4.3 out of 5
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"Minimalist, efficient, great use of space. Love the essentials closet on each floor with free water, etc " More

By a verified traveler on Wed 26 Feb 2020

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Hotel Description

4-star award-winning hotel near New York University

Central New York getaway

Within a 15-minute walk of this Bowery hotel, you'll find New York University and 5th Avenue. Washington Square Park and Union Square Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Award-winning

A nightclub, 2 restaurants, and a 24-hour health club are all featured at this smoke-free hotel. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 3 conference rooms, free WiFi in public areas, and express check-in. You'll find 2 coffee shops/cafés and 6 bars/lounges for dining and drinks, and a rooftop terrace is also on site.

Free WiFi, comfy beds

Boasting comforts like Tempur-Pedic beds and Egyptian cotton sheets, the 367 guestrooms also offer free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Refrigerators, free local calls, and free bottled water are also available.

Queen Hi-Floor

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Loft

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Room, 1 Queen Bed, View (Great View)

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Loft

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Penthouse (2 or 3)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel ratings based on 19 Verified Reviews

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

Guest reviews for PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel

Everyone (12) Couples (1) Family (3)
4 out of 5
Minimalist, efficient, great use of space. Love the essentials closet on each floor with free water, etc

Posted by on Feb 26, 2020

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Comment from Hotel Management

Feb 28, 2020 by Executive Office

Dear Sir or Madam, Thank you so much for your kind words. We all hope to welcome you back soon! Sincerely, Toni Ingenhoven Guest Experience

3 out of 5
Disappointed in the lack of customer service (i.e., self checkin, etc.)

Posted by on Dec 14, 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

Dec 18, 2019 by The PUBLIC Team

Hi Mary, sorry to hear you didn't have a 5-star experience with us. We do have express check-in and check-out ipads for those travellers who prefer to get up to their rooms as quickly as possible--however, we do always have our PUBLIC Advisors on standby to assist when needed!

5 out of 5

Posted by on Dec 9, 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

Dec 18, 2019 by The PUBLIC Team

Thank you so much! We're glad you enjoyed.

5 out of 5
Beautiful, accommodating, location was okay not to far away from subway. Beds were deceiving; called them double beds but were more of a twin size. I would stay again.

Posted by on Dec 9, 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

Dec 18, 2019 by The PUBLIC Team

Thank you so much for your review and thrilled you enjoyed your time at us! The Double Park View rooms do indeed come with two oversized twin beds as shown in the photos - apologies for the confusion!

2 out of 5
Loved the gardens, although I was there in the winter - loved some of the common areas. Didn't like having to check-in in the dark. It's very strange coming in with such low lighting and having to check yourself in, thought staff was right there to help. Room was booked for three yet not enough towels for three, so we had to call for towels and bedding for pull out - which had stained mattress and old bedding folded up into it. Staff was quite mortified when they came to help. Half hour later, new mattress was brought to the room. No closet space and very strange bath layout - part of the room was unfinished under the sink space, towel bar fell off, top broken on large dispenser for body wash, seat in shower rusty, heat set at 73 and tech took 20 minutes to reset, said it was done and left, but next day was 73 again - we didn't bother to ask about it again. Very disappointed for over 1000. for 2 night stay. Staff was very friendly and helpful, although when I asked for a third bottle of complimentary water for our room as we were booked for three, I was told we would have to pay for it. Bass and beats from the nightclub were heard long into the night and we were on the fourth floor...wonder what it's like if you're closer to the action. Love the idea of the minimlism but this was a bit much and still at a high cost and attention to detail was sorely lacking.

Posted by on Dec 8, 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

Dec 18, 2019 by The PUBLIC Team

Thank you for your review and for choosing to stay at PUBLIC. Our sincerest apologies for the lack of linens for 3 persons in the room and the quality of the bedding in the pull out couch. We regret the hiccups experienced during your stay and promise you that we can and will do better--we will ensure you have a 5-star experience the next time you need accommodations in New York City.

5 out of 5

Posted by on Nov 27, 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

Dec 18, 2019 by The PUBLIC Team

Thanks so much! Happy you enjoyed your stay.

5 out of 5

Posted by on Oct 2, 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

Nov 13, 2019 by Demario Booker

Thank you for the 5-Starz! Hope to see you again soon!

5 out of 5

Posted by on Aug 14, 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

Aug 15, 2019 by Terry Ford, Managing Director

Hello and thanks so much for your positive feedback. I'm glad that you enjoyed your experience at PUBLIC. We hope to see you back again soon. Warm Regards,

5 out of 5

Posted by on Aug 7, 2019

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Aug 9, 2019 by Terry Ford, Managing Director

Hello and thanks for your positive feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Warm Regards,

3 out of 5
We were promised a room with a view, there was no view. We were told we’d have access to the rooftop and that changed last minute when a private gig got booked. Our room didn’t look anything like the picture. Disappointed.

Posted by on Jul 15, 2019

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Jul 18, 2019 by Terry Ford, Managing Director

Hello Katherine and thanks for your feedback. I'm sorry that you were unhappy with the view from your room. I'm not sure which room you were in, but we sell rooms by bed type and the view in relation to the buildings that surround us. Many views in NYC can be somewhat limited, but our Great View rooms provide unobstructed views of the city. It is very rare for us to close the Roof to guests of the hotel, and only do so when we know that all the other food and beverage outlets within the hotel are open and able to accommodate our guests. We hope you will give us another chance soon. Warm Regards,

About the PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel

Location 215 Chrystie St, New York, NY 10002

Renovations + Closures

This property is closed from March 23 2020 to March 31 2021 (dates subject to change).

Property Features

PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel offers its guests a 24-hour health club and complimentary bicycles. There are 2 restaurants and 2 coffee shops/cafés on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 6 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 2000 square feet (186 square meters) and includes conference space. A nightclub, a rooftop terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel. For a fee, parking is available. This 4-star New York hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 367 guestrooms or units
  • 16 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 6 bars or lounges
  • 2 coffee shops
  • 2000 sq ft of conference space
  • 186 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2017
  • Nightclub
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
  • Refrigerator
  • Free cribs/infant beds

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Self parking (surcharge)

Transport

  • Airport: John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) (33.7 km / 20.9 mi)
  • Train station: New York 9th St. Station (1.9 km / 1.2 mi)
  • Metro station: 2 Av. Station (0.2 km / 0.1 mi)
  • Parking: Self parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel offers 367 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Tempur-Pedic beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. This New York hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

  • Tempur-Pedic beds
  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Egyptian cotton linens
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Cribs (free)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Laptop safe
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Connecting rooms available

Food & Drink

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

Public Kitchen - Onsite restaurant.

Louis - Onsite coffee shop.

Diego - Onsite cocktail bar.

The Roof - Onsite rooftop bar.

Lobby Bar - Onsite lobby lounge.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour health club and complimentary bicycles.

  • Free bicycles on site

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
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Accessible bathroom
  • Roll-in shower
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • In-room accessibility
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at noon
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and an access code. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in information and an access code. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by noon

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Pet Policy

  • Pets: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 per room (weight limit: 25 lbs)
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching 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

Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old

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, debit cards, and cash

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

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.

Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. 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, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. Disinfectant is used to clean the property. Personal protective equipment, including masks and gloves, will be available to guests. Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; guests are provided with hand sanitizer.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • UnionPay
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Security system
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Gloves are available to guests
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for lunch
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for dinner
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available through room service
  • Number of children who can stay free - 2
  • Debit cards
  • gap period enforced between guest stays 24 hours

Fees

Optional extras

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

  • Breakfast fee: between USD 20.00 and USD 30.00 for adults, USD 20.00 and USD 30.00 for children (approximately)
  • Self parking fee: USD 50 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability, amount varies)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability, amount varies)

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

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You should know

  • 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.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
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