Aloft New York Chelsea, New York CityAloft New York Chelsea in New York City, United States has a corrected score of 2.8 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 382 of 498 hotels we score in New York City. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.5 before correction: Booking.com 2.6, Tripadvisor 2.3, Google 2.5. Rooms from about $456 a night (cached, not a live quote).Aloft New York Chelsea is a 32-story hotel situated in the Chelsea neighbourhood of Manhattan. Opened in 2023, the building contains 236 rooms with modern interiors and accessibility options. It serves business travellers and tourists who want to be near Madison Square Garden and 5th Avenue. On-site facilities include a gym, a restaurant, and a business centre. The hotel follows specific eco-rules regarding cleaning services. While the location provides easy access to public transport and dining, the reception area is small and there is no traditional bar on the premises.What stands out

Modern rooms and interiors

Central Chelsea location

Efficient and friendly staff

Pet friendly policy

Watch out for

Small reception area

No traditional bar

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