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The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near New York University

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Bar

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139 Orchard Street, New York, NY, 10002
  • Place, Lower East Side Tenement Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bowery Ballroom
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, New York University
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, City View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Double Room, City View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 227 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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City view

Standard Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Single Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • City view
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Single Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Signature Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Superior Single Room, City View

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 298 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Grand Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Grand Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Club Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Club Room, 1 King Bed

  • City view
  • 190 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

New York

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

What's nearby

  • Lower East Side Tenement Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • New Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Bowery Ballroom - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Manhattan Bridge - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • New York University - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Delancey St. Station - 3 min walk
  • New York 9th St. Station - 4 min drive
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Okiboru House of Tsukumen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Russ & Daughters Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pretty Ricky’s - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Marshall Stack - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side

4-star hotel near New York University
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side also features a 24-hour fitness center, coffee/tea in a common area, and an elevator.

This 4-star New York hotel is smoke free.

  • 98 guestrooms or units
  • 17 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 2025
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Dining venue
The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side offers 98 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Travel crib

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Front entrance ramp
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge
  • Paper towels

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • 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:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 200 per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 30.00 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe

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.

  • Pet fee: USD 100 per accommodation, 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.

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side to the airport?

The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side is 10.1 mi (27-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?

As of Apr 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side on Apr 26, 2026 start from $264, 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 The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side.

How close is The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side to the beach?

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

Does The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side offer free breakfast?

The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side?

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?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM.

Is there free parking at The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side have a pool?

The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side does not have a pool.

Does The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side to downtown New York?

The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side is 1 mi away from New York.

The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 270 out of 359 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 359 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 359 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 359 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 359 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

CARL, NEW YORK

Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Spotless!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kafi

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dane

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Juliet

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Urd

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Roman

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful room with spectacular views. We had the corner king room and it was great. Immaculately clean. The front staff was terrific, very helpful. We interacted with Lavender and Audra and both were super helpful and pleasant. The check in process is a little funky as you don't get a "key" but you get a link to use to open your door. More of a hassle than it's worth. He kept texting the link to me (as the reservation was under my name) but I never got it via text, had to rely on a friend's phone to receive the link. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Daniella

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious room. Nice decor. Safe
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Harvinder

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

10/10 Excellent

Sevgi

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and professional. Our room was great with a beautiful view but it was cold. They tried to fix it and it got better at least. Bathroom doors don’t close well.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Parker

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

kevin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
amazing hotel, great room, great views. great staff, fantastic restaurant downstairs. a good gym. an awesome bar on the rooftop. will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adriane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check in, clean room,
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Devin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay here at the merchant. Such a great location with an amazing view. Check in and check out were a breeze. I loved how clean the bathrooms were and the room itself. Andrea really made everything so easy for our stay anytime I needed something she was there. Super polite staff and had a nice small cafe in the lobby. I really enjoyed my stay here and will be back for that Empire State Building view
The view seems far in photos but is actually a lot closer In person
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kourtney

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Booked within two weeks to come to NYC for my friend's birthday, who always wanted to see the Christmas lights of the city. As someone who previously worked in hotels in Sales, I had a perfect stay. The room was amazing! Loved that it had many plug outlets available for use, and the corner room had a panoramic view overlooking the city. We opened the curtains, and chose to keep them open for the duration of our stay to look out at the lights of the city at night. Loved using the keypad for room entry instead of trying to find and not demagnetize a room key. The only issue we had was getting the original digital key. Which leads to my next huge KUDOS for your staff. Audra, Rudy, and Jonathan where each amazing. Audra we first met when we got to the city/hotel early and asked to check our luggage until the room was ready. She was very busy with checkouts, guests, and the phones, but she handled everything with such graciousness and care. I have seen others including myself get flustered and bogged down in the chaos, but she took care of everything and owned the front desk. Rudy we met when we came back to check in. He was also amazing at helping us get into our room and get our bags when the digital key didn't send a code. He was so helpful and kind. We met Jonathan at 4 in the morning on our way out, and he had the biggest smile and was very friendly and wanted to make sure we enjoyed our time in New York and stay at your hotel. Hotel is A+, the staff are GOLD STARS!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

ashia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room with informative staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel in LES with a good restaurant and exceptional customer service. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was amazing and will most definitely will come back for another stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sacha

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Achlie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
No heat during the storm; manager promised a refund for the night of no heat. Then declined through Expedia. They do not respond to text or phone calls. Would not stay there again based on manager’s costumer service.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025