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The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near New York University

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Individually furnished, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds
Restaurant
Lobby lounge
Individually furnished, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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139 Orchard Street, New York, NY, 10002
  • New York University
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Brooklyn Bridge
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • One World Trade Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

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Individually furnished, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually furnished, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, City View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually furnished, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Individually furnished, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually furnished, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 2 Double Beds (Mobility Accessible w/ Roll-in Shower)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Individually furnished, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible w/ Roll-in Shower)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually furnished, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

New York

Manhattan stay.Your stay at this Manhattan hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of New York University and 5th Avenue. Wall Street and One World Trade Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • New York University - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Brooklyn Bridge - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Wall Street - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • One World Trade Center - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Times Square - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Delancey St. Station - 3 min walk
  • New York 9th St. Station - 4 min drive
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Antler - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sonnyboy - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Trapizzino - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Russ & Daughters Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire place to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy

3.5-star hotel near New York University
As a guest of The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy, you'll find a fitness center, concierge services, and an elevator. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This 3.5-star New York hotel is smoke free.

  • 98 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy offers 98 air-conditioned accommodations with designer toiletries and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available.

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
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
Guests are recommended to download the property's Sonder mobile app before check-in

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Sonder The Merchant

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy to the airport?

The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy is 9.3 mi (26-min drive) away from the LaGuardia Airport (LGA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy?

As of Sep 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy on Sep 14, 2025 start from $380.0, excluding 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 The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy.

How close is The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy to the beach?

This hotel is 17.4 mi (45-min drive) from Coney Island Beach.

Does The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy offer free breakfast?

The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Resorts World Casino (20-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy?

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

Is there free parking at The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy have a pool?

The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy does not have a pool.

Does The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy to downtown New York?

The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy is 1 mi away from New York.

The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 43 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tessa

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic hotel in vibrant neighborhood

The Sonder is a beautifully designed hotel, nestled into one of the coolest neighborhoods of Manhattan.Upon entering the lobby, there is a small cafe with excellent coffee and pastries. Our room was located on the 5th floor and much more spacious than the average hotel room in NY, and equipped with a nespresso machine and electric kettle which was appreciated. The best part though were our beds which were heavenly. From the comforter to the mattress it was pure bliss. Thank you for such a wonderful stay. We are already looking forward to be coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Stay

We had an excellent stay at Sonder the Merchant. It's brand new with beautiful gold fixtures in the bathroom, and we especially loved the location in the Lower East Side. We would definitely consider staying here again on our next NYC trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at 2 NYC Sonder Locations and have been very happy with both. Clean, convenient and comfortable… and affordable! Will stay for future visits.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Luis

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely unhelpful and rude. Felt like it could have been racially motivated. I will not be staying here ever again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

PEYMAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms and the view are beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommend

We absolutely loved our stay at Sonder The Merchant! The hotel was fresh, clean, and beautifully designed. The location is perfect. It’s located on a cozy, quiet (but full with character) street in the Lower East Side, with great restaurants and shops nearby. We had a room on the 10th floor with amazing view over Manhattan. Service was also excellent — friendly and responsive. Highly recommend and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025