Hotels near East River Park - Brian Watkins Center

"We loved the hotel. My only complaint would be the water in the shower was never hot enough. "

"overpriced, cold, sterile do not recommend for families "

"Hotel was clean and modern. Everything is small, but this is expected in NYC. Great location. Only challenge was you had to wait a long time for the elevator at peak times."

"Staff was very helpful. Rooms were clean & modern. Fantastic shower! "

"The Pod Hotel in Brooklyn is so cute and cozy! The rooms are obviously small so don’t expect anything luxurious in terms of space. My partner and I got a queen pod and it was a little tight but overall very cozy. If you have a lot of luggage definitely consider other hotels. The AC worked well, the bathroom was great, the sink is a little small but that’s to be expected. The bathrooms have frosted glass so someone in the bed can see you while you’re on the toilet which isn’t great. The area nearby is amazing!! So many cute shops and amazing food nearby like Birria Landia! It’s close to the subway so you can easily travel to and from manhattan. "

"Good"

"Very good"

"This hotel is very aesthetically pleasing, with a trendy, photo-ready bar and lobby—there were multiple people doing photoshoots during our stay. That said, the first thing you notice is a strong perfume scent throughout the first floor. At first I thought it was other guests, but it’s actually the hotel itself. The downstairs areas look great but can feel crowded depending on how busy it is (though that may just be part of being in New York). The overall vibe leans toward a younger, party-focused crowd. Between the suggestive artwork and the club right next to the entrance, it doesn’t feel very family-friendly. The elevator system requires you to tap and select your floor before entering. It works fine once you figure it out, but it’s not intuitive—I saw multiple guests struggle with it. Our room was nice, but didn’t match what we booked. We paid for a king with a city view but got a queen with a partial view that mostly overlooked a daycare. When we asked, we were told some rooms don’t actually have a full view, so keep that in mind. Also, we found a dried contact lens on the floor, which was concerning. Overall, great aesthetic, but better suited for a younger, nightlife-oriented crowd than families or quieter travelers."

"Perfect location for nightlife. Basic amenities. Friendly staff. "