Freehand New York

4.0 star property
4-star Art Deco hotel near 5th Avenue

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Freehand New York

3 bars/lounges, rooftop bar, cocktail bar
Creator video
Reception
3 bars/lounges, rooftop bar, cocktail bar
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

View in a map
23 Lexington Ave, New York, NY, 10010
  • Place, Empire State Building
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Madison Square Garden
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Times Square
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(34 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Queen

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(82 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Private Quad

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Three Company

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Deluxe Corner King

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Cozy Queen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • 185 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Queen

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 235 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Quad

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 295 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Premium King

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Gallery Suite ADA

  • 650 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Solo Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • 130 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Gallery Suite

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

You may also like

About the neighborhood

New York

City center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Manhattan hotel, you'll find Gramercy Park and 5th Avenue. Empire State Building and Madison Square Garden are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Empire State Building - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Madison Square Garden - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Grand Central Terminal - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Times Square - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Broadway - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • 23 St. Station (Park Av.) - 3 min walk
  • New York 23rd St. Station - 10 min walk
  • John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Comodo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Blank Street Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Broken Shaker - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Juice Generation - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Freehand New York

4-star Art Deco hotel near 5th Avenue
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
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.

Similar properties

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (USD 60 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily on-the-go breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 25 per person
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Nightclub

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 75
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • 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

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 200 per accommodation, per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 40.17 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 to 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
  • Early check-in fee: USD 75 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)

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
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.

We should mention

  • 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).

Property is also known as

Freehand New York Hotel
Freehand Hotel
Freehand
Freehand New York Hotel
Freehand New York New York
Freehand New York Hotel New York

Frequently asked questions

How close is Freehand New York to the airport?

Freehand New York is 8.9 mi (31-min drive) away from the LaGuardia Airport (LGA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Freehand New York?

As of Oct 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Freehand New York on Nov 16, 2025 start from $189.49, 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 Freehand New York have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Freehand New York.

How close is Freehand New York to the beach?

This hotel is 18.3 mi (44-min drive) from Coney Island Beach.

Does Freehand New York offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Freehand New York, but to-go breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 10.00 and 25 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Freehand New York?

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

What time is check-in at Freehand New York?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM. Early check-in costs USD 75 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Freehand New York?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Freehand New York have a pool?

Freehand New York does not have a pool.

Does Freehand New York have a restaurant?

Freehand New York is home to Comodo, which features seafood, light fare, and brunch.

Does Freehand New York have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Freehand New York to downtown New York?

Freehand New York is 2.2 mi away from New York.

Reviews

Freehand New York Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 811 out of 1504 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 308 out of 1504 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 215 out of 1504 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 106 out of 1504 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 64 out of 1504 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Tyler

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

Hidden fees

Nice place and nice location. Only issue was $40/day additional fee for gym and baggage storage that was mandatory.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Daniel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Horrible
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

lieselotte

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Everyone was so friendly and helpful. It felt like they knew me.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Sumitkumar

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Magdalena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dasha

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and cute decor
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, great location, wonderful amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was a little small for two people, with the bed shoved up against the wall. That was not the case in previous experiences booked there.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Gabrielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Room was tiny but clean, and if nothing else, it encouraged you to get out and see the city. For one person, it was doable. The elevator was a bit strange. The on-site bars and restaurant were nice and staff were friendly. I guess my chief complaint would be the “resort” fee which seemed unnecessary considering the price of the items in the bars and restaurant and the fact that the room was so small with few amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

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

8/10 Good

GABRIELE, TAKOMA PARK

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location, close to transport, and liked the quiet in the room (with windows closed/AC on)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Keith

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The property was fine. The room was the issue. The first couple days we didn’t notice much about the room other than very dusty. It smelled a little musty but it’s an old building so that’s understandable. But after showing for a few days (there isn’t a working fan) we noticed when we would get back from our activities and the room would have a very strong mildew odor. The water from the shower is not draining properly and the steam is not ventilating anywhere. We had to close the bathroom door and stuff a towel under the door just to sleep. I thought about changing rooms but we only had one more night and I figured all the rooms were like this. Next time we’ll be doing an airbnb or staying somewhere else.
Shower floor buildup
Black mold shower wall
Ceiling above shower
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Devon

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If the overall volume of background noise matters to you, then seriously consider this establishment. It really did not feel like an urban experience from the quiet. I'll have to ask them how they do it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

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

Lovely Hotel

Great service, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerston

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Krista

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

Love this Boutique Hotel!

I love this boutique hotel! Beautiful wood and creative furniture. Corner room, great views, polite staff. There was the right restaurants for the right time. Cozy elements..the robes and slippers..great shower!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sina

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

da mi

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

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property is gorgeous, historical and old timey feel but also incredibly elegant and cool. We loved our stay and were greeted by kindness and calm which is all we can ask during a stay. My only complaint is that all the bars were listed to be open until 1 am or late and that was just not the case the night we went. We were quite disappointed as that was major part of our booking but the people at the front were kind to give us some recommendations on what to do next.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025