The room was spacious compared to any hotel you will find in the city. You can stay at top end hotels in Times Square and have very minimal space. Staff was amazing, location to city was great, and hotel provides a place to pick up snacks, food and has complimentary water and coffee which is great. There are two train stations nearby.

When booking this trip (months in advance) the reviews were great, price was great however, what was not said is that to the right of property which is key spot to get the 7 train to Manhattan is a migrant shelter which is ALL men. It is very intimidating and can be scary for solo female travelers or older travelers who are unaware of that shelter. These men stand out all day and stare at you as you walk by, and you just have to be aware of your surroundings. We didn't experience any issues, just wanted to warn other travelers. I believe all of the rooms face the train, so if you're a light sleeper (like my wife) you'll be awoken throughout the night, but nothing some earplugs can't help.

The room was exceptionally clean and the staff beyond friendly. But what sets this hotel apart is the incredible place for the great location, on the way to subway (number 7 and G are the closest) you literally find yourself in from of an amazing view of the Empire State Building. The location is unmatchable for the price, really. Two subway stops and you are in Manhattan, and quickly to Brooklyn as well. I was traveling alone (female) and I went to the hotel a few evenings alone from the subway and I felt safe. If you prefer, the city is obviously fully serviced by any possible car/cab service. Loved it!

Nothing, I liked everything.

A modestly priced hotel in what is basically an industrial area of Queens. Large room, fairly comfortable bed, good selection of toiletries an excellent choice at breakfast. A ten minute walk to the subway which will take you to mid-town Manhattan in about 15 minutes.

The hotel is next to a busy railway line with trains running during the day and night. You might need earplugs if you have a room on this side of the hotel, or you might just get used to the trains and sleep soundly anyway. Don’t let this put you off staying here.

The breakfast was great, it kept us full for our day at the city. The room was very spacious, which was a plus since we stayed for 12 days (first room we were given was pretty tight, though, but we changed). 3 or 4 USB plugs, so you don't need any adaptors. The staff is really adorable and ready to help. They changed our light bulb within minutes. The store with the snacks is super convenient, and rather cheap for a light dinner. Free coffee, tea and water all day. This is a real VFM!

The area is industrial, so no colour at all around the hotel. Check the googlemaps, it is pretty explicit. Not at all sketchy, though. We never felt in danger or anything. As other have mentionned, the noise of the trains is considerable, but after those long days at the city you won't even notice, you'll be too tired. Bring earplugs for the first days! The three metro stations around are 10-15 min walk but they'll take you straight to Times Square in 3 or 4 stops. Check the area around the Court Square metro. There are plenty of places to eat or have a coffee, plus a diner which is open 27/7 with decent food in decent prices. A Target and a big asian supermarket nearby will cover any need.

Like the store in the lobby and that it's between 2 subway stations. Also like that the floors can only be accessed with the key cards.

Our second stay here. Wasn't as clean as the first time (although I think it may have just been the person who cleaned our room the first 2 days...room was much cleaner on the 3rd day). The area has changed a lot in the past 3 years. The street its on is sketchy now, with tons of people hanging around, many who didnt look sober. It made our comings and goings a little uncomfortable. Wouldn't reccomend for women traveling alone.

Loved how clean and cozy the hotel was. The high ceilings were nice and the bathroom was larger (so were the windows!). It was cool to have a breakfast option and a "store" downstairs. The parking was excellent. Even on a Saturday, we parked right out front and could see our car from the window. Short 10-15 minute drive to our destinations in Brooklyn, without paying the extremely high prices of Brooklyn. Would stay again, for sure!

There really wasn't much in the direct area to do/see/eat/etc. This wasn't a dealbreaker for us, but I could see how it might be an issue for other people. The elevator had this security feature where you had to scan your room card each time you used it, which was new (and a little annoying) to me, but I understand the need for safety. The train line right outside may also bother certain folks, but we didn't mind it at all.

The hotel was well located next to several subway stations (I'd recommend Court sq especially at night). Breakfast was good and service really nice. All hotel staffs were really nice and helpful. The small supermarket in the hall + free tea and coffee are really convenient.

We could hear the train and noise from outside in the room. The duvets weren't hot enough. Cleaneliness is average.

The room was a good size with a huge, comfortable bed and all the essential furniture: a safe, hair dryer, bathroom essentials, towels, and a fridge. Although there was no wardrobe, there was enough space and hangers to store our clothes. The staff were lovely and generously gifted us breakfast for the entire stay—a thoughtful gesture, especially since there weren't many cafes or restaurants nearby. We used the subway daily, with several stations within a 10–11 minute walk. It took about 20 minutes to reach the city center. While the neighborhood didn’t feel particularly welcoming and I didn’t feel comfortable going out alone at night, we didn’t experience any issues. Overall, it was a decent stay and offered great value for money.

The hotel and my room exceeded my expectations. I was looking for a reasonably priced room in the Queens area, but I did not expect much for the amount paid, I was pleasantly surprised when I entered the hotel and was warmly greeted by the friendly hotel staff. My room was VERY clean. The bed was comfortable and had clean linens. The bathroom was clean and had a modern tub/shower. We didn't take advantage of the breakfast, but were given free breakfast coupons upon check in (I was expecting to pay for breakfast). The location is great and close to trains.

Nothing to report. I was very pleased in every aspect of my stay.

It's clean, plenty of hot water, comfy beds. Less than half an hour to Times Square on the 7 line, transfers to financial district, East Village and Soho easily made from Grand Central. Some might complain because it's dated and the paint chipped on the door frames, but I don't ask for much in a hotel - just clean, comfy, and a good shower.

Walking distance to the nearest subway station is further than I'd like and the neighborhood is not at all scenic - industrial buildings and a huge railway yard across the street. Still, a great value for a budget stay.