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duan Aug 05 2008 01:03 PM

hey, crazy question, my sister in law and her fella are going to NYC on 15th and staying for 3 nights. So far all the hotels they've been looking at are crazy money even by Dublin standards at circa $500 per night. Dates are 15-18th September, anyone any good tips? They'd prefer a good manhattan location obviously.

John Cougar Lunchbucket Aug 05 2008 01:07 PM

We put guests up here before and nobody complained. Not the fanciest but a good central location and not too xpensive http://www.belvederehotelnyc.com/

Benjamin Grimm Aug 05 2008 01:19 PM

Is there something going on that weekend? Those prices seem crazy high. Check out the Marriott Courtyard on Third Avenue. I think it's called the Midtown. Last time I stayed there it was around $200. That's not to say it's not $500 now, but I'd be shocked if it was.

duan Aug 05 2008 01:31 PM

both those coming in between 1200-1500 for the 3 nights. is this just insane?

AG/DC Aug 05 2008 01:32 PM

Sheesh. Stay in Garden City.

Benjamin Grimm Aug 05 2008 01:32 PM

There must be something going on that week. Try it again (for curiosity's sake) a week earlier or later.

John Cougar Lunchbucket Aug 05 2008 01:40 PM

duan wrote: both those coming in between 1200-1500 for the 3 nights. is this just insane? I'd hate to see what the schmancier ones are looking for. Slumming in the outer boros isn't quite the shame it used to be.

duan Aug 05 2008 01:57 PM

it seems that the fancier ones aren't that much more expensive. ie $599 rather then 450. even with the dollar being as week as it is it's still €300 per night and that's hefty.

metirish Aug 05 2008 01:58 PM

It is crazy , I was going to suggest going downtown a bit but even a Holiday Inn in Lafayette Street is $400+ a night.

duan Aug 05 2008 01:59 PM

if they were flying into JFK i'd suggest trying to get somewhere cool on Long Island, but they're coming into Newark. Is there anywhere stylish in a nice part of Brooklyn.

metirish Aug 05 2008 02:04 PM

Brooklyn is great, used to live in Bay Ridge but it is a bit of a trek on the train and with only 3 days in town they might not like that. Of course that was Bay Ridge and something closer to the city would be faster, we have people here that live in Brooklyn.

sharpie Aug 05 2008 02:10 PM

There's a Marriott in Brooklyn Heights that is pretty nice and about a 5 minute walk from the Brooklyn Bridge. I checked, they are $279 a night.

Benjamin Grimm Aug 05 2008 02:10 PM

I had to check to see for myself, and it's unbelievable how high the rates are. I did find this for $254.99: Best Western Bowery Hanbee Hotel 231 Grand Street, New York, New York, 10013-4246, US Phone: 212-925-1177 Fax: 212-925-5533 Toll Free Reservations: 800-780-7234 Welcome to Best Western Bowery Hanbee Hotel! Located in the heart of the city, this New York hotel is within walking distance of Little Italy, Chinatown, SOHO, Tribeca, a short subway ride to Broadway theatres, the Wall Street financial district and the Brooklyn Bridge. Welcome to the City that Never Sleeps! Situated in the heart of New York's Chinatown district, the Best Western Bowery Hanbee Hotel is a 100% non-smoking that is minutes from any attraction. This New York hotel offers exceptionally friendly customer service and a variety of amenities to make any trip just a little more relaxing. Enjoy a short walk to several city attractions such as Trinity Church, Little Italy area, the World Trade Center memorial and Pace University. The Best Western Bowery Hanbee Hotel boasts 102 beautifully-appointed guest rooms, each featuring cable television with free HBO® and high-speed Internet access. The hotel features a variety of amenities including a complimentary continental breakfast, an exercise facility and a business center for guests' convenience. Attractions are no further than six miles away from the Best Western Bowery Hanbee Hotel. Just a little over a mile from the hotel guests can take the ferry to Ellis Island or the Statue of Liberty. Take in a Broadway show or mill around Times Square. For the shoppers, Bloomingdale's, Macy's and a variety of other upscale stores are minutes away. Take a stroll through Central Park, visit the Metropolitan Museum or go see the New York Stock Exchange in action. Make a reservation today and save at the Best Western Bowery Hanbee Hotel!

Mendoza Line Aug 05 2008 02:11 PM

Just checked - the Candlewood Suites in Jersey City has rooms for $230/night that week. About a six block walk to the PATH station at Exchange Place. Five minute ride from there to lower Manhattan. PATH runs 24/7, frequently during the day and - I think - every half hour at night. I've seen the hotel from the outside and it looks fine.

John Cougar Lunchbucket Aug 05 2008 02:16 PM

duan wrote: if they were flying into JFK i'd suggest trying to get somewhere cool on Long Island, but they're coming into Newark. Is there anywhere stylish in a nice part of Brooklyn. Laws facilitating hotel development in shithole areas have resulted in a few boutiques opening in unexpected places bordering the nicer hoods. This one isn't far from me, the in-laws stayed there recently and liked it enough. Less expensive than Manhattan, they said, but prolly not cheap and located amid industry and the BQE, but also walking distance to W-burg and public transport: http://www.hotellejolie.com/ Their sister joint is near Park Slope, same amenities/drawbacks: http://www.hotellebleu.com/

AG/DC Aug 05 2008 02:26 PM

Will one of you eejits fer fuck's sake just open your bastard house to a couple o' Dubs for three nights?

duan Aug 05 2008 03:21 PM

jesus christ don't anyone do that. they'll be fine.

duan Aug 05 2008 03:22 PM

also, they're from mayo, totally different people over there, apart from the missus i couldn't recommend them [joking really]

AG/DC Aug 05 2008 05:08 PM

This is the first I've heard of 231 Grand being the heart of the city, but considering the price on alternatives, they could do worse.

Rockin' Doc Aug 05 2008 06:47 PM

The rates in New York City are ridiculous. Now you know why I generally stay in northern New Jersey and drive in when I come up for a few days in the city. Nice rooms are generally available for $125-$150 a night, but the trade off is that you may be 10-40 miles out from Manhattan. Unfortunately, such a location wouldn't meet the needs of Duan's sister-in-law. I wish you luck finding a decent place in NYC for under $250 a night.