Canal Loft Hotel

I have to give this hotel 5 stars because of the value. The room was clearly recently renovated but VERY basic. There were no extras like ironing board or a hair dryer. I requested non smoking but my room smelled like smoke. Housekeeping did the bare minimum. However it was clean, sheets were super soft and comfy, front desk was mostly friendly and I slept great. Two blocks from Manhattan. Easy walk to Little Italy. Such an amazing value for NYC.

I flew in on a red eye and needed to rest desperately before I had to make a film screening later in the day… the front desk woman was quite friendly and accommodating - I paid an extra fee so I could check in a few hours beforehand. The room itself was clean, and bed was comfortable. The lamp next to the bed wasn’t working but I didn’t stay in the room for long, so I didn’t mind. I stayed on the 4th floor and it was quiet … there are some other buildings that can see into the room if you have the lights on and blinds open (like any apartment in Manhattan facing other buildings) so maybe just don’t walk around naked with the blinds open. I was worried from many of the other rooms that it was going to be really gross or dirty but i am pleased to report my room was clean and I’m very satisfied with the price, location and quality. It’s not fancy so if you need a no frills central place, definitely consider it. Bathroom was clean and towels were fresh and white. They do hold luggage, but it’s not hidden in a back room.. it’s kinda just a makeshift holding area behind the front desk.. so if you’ve got expensive valuables.. maybe consider using a service like BOUNCE to hold your luggage. Also, I took the subway from JFK to the hotel, and it was about an hour commute… and a very easy walk once I exited. Tons of food options nearby.. and I had to go to Tribeca so about a 15 minute walk. A- rating! Thank you!

Great place to stretch out and rest in a quiet room. Good location, walkable distance to Chinatown and Little Italy.