Pod 39

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Grand Central Terminal

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Terrace/patio
2 bars/lounges, rooftop bar
2 bars/lounges, rooftop bar
Reception
2 bars/lounges, rooftop bar

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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145 East 39th Street, New York, NY, 10016
  • Place, Grand Central Terminal
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Bryant Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Times Square
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

Mini Bunk Room

  • Sleeps 2

ADA Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Room (Bunk Pod)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 107 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Room (Full Pod)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 120 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Pod)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Pod ADA)

  • 140 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Twin Bed (Single Pod)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 90 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

Full Pod

  • Sleeps 2

Bunk Pod

  • Sleeps 2

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

New York

City center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Manhattan hotel, you'll find Grand Central Terminal and SUMMIT One Vanderbilt. New York Public Library and Bryant Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Grand Central Terminal - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • 5th Avenue - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Bryant Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • New York Public Library - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Times Square - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Grand Central - 42 St. Station - 3 min walk
  • 33 St. Station (Park Av. S) - 9 min walk
  • John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪City Beer - ‬1 min walk
  • Pod 39 Rooftop Bar
  • ‪The Junction - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Momosan Ramen & Sake - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Pod 39

3-star hotel near Grand Central Terminal
There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A rooftop terrace, an arcade/game room, and multilingual staff are also featured at Pod 39.

This 3-star New York hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 366 guestrooms or units
  • 17 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1918
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Dining venue
Pod 39 offers 366 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in January 2025.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 0.5 miles (USD 45 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to noon for a fee: USD 3 to 10 for adults and USD 3 to 10 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from November 1 to April 30:
  • Bar/Lounge

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 25 lbs per pet)
  • 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

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 30.00 per night
  • Resort fee: USD 22.95 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Fitness center access
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Internet access
  • Nearby fitness center access
  • Phone calls

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 continental breakfast: approximately USD 3 to 10 for adults, and USD 3 to 10 for children
  • Offsite parking fee: USD 45 per day (0.5 mi away)
  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per night
  • 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.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.
  • 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

How close is Pod 39 to the airport?

Pod 39 is 8.4 mi (20-min drive) away from the LaGuardia Airport (LGA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Pod 39?

As of Mar 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pod 39 on Apr 12, 2026 start from $129, 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 Pod 39 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Pod 39.

How close is Pod 39 to the beach?

This hotel is 19.2 mi (48-min drive) from Coney Island Beach.

Does Pod 39 offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Pod 39, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 3 and 10 for adults, USD 3 and 10 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to noon.

Is there a casino at Pod 39?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Resorts World Casino (19-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Pod 39?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

Is there free parking at Pod 39?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Pod 39 have a pool?

Pod 39 does not have a pool.

Does Pod 39 have a restaurant?

Pod 39 is home to Arthur & Sons Restaurant, which features Italian cuisine.

Does Pod 39 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Pod 39 to downtown New York?

Pod 39 is 2.9 mi away from New York.

Pod 39 Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1152 out of 1705 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 386 out of 1705 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 102 out of 1705 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1705 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1705 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Roman

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area, amazing staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Lucas

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean. Perfect for a getaway ☺️
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Anzhuo

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Sonya

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Had no breakfast. Not handicapped accessible, making it challenging getting in/out of bldg Never again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mavil

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I had a great time staying .
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was very clean and smartly furnished. It is a tight space, but the vaulted was great and just what we needed for a day in the city. We would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Vanessa, lehigh acres

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

CYNTHIA, Landenberg

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Siena

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was fine, but walls are very thin, very noisy and difficult to sleep.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Business traveler
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
staff, comfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Victor

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were not there long. Did not eat or go to the bar but room was clean and quiet. We enjoyed our night there.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Such a cute little room!! Very efficient use of space. Full size bunk twin beds with private bath and quiet. Very clean, excellent staff, free morning coffee in the resto/ bar off of lobby, great location within walking distance of so many “must-see”places plus Grand Central for subway. Definitely recommend and would stay there again next time I’m in NYC.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

All good Works for reasonable priced room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff helpful and met my needs, great little place however the breakfast area way to cold staff wearing coats
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Seng-Lai

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
There was a very strong odor, likely chemical, in the room. My bed blanket smelled like urine but could also be chemical. I suspected chemical because my legs started to itch.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025