Canal Loft Hotel, New York CityCanal Loft Hotel in New York City, United States has a corrected score of 1.9 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 488 of 498 hotels we score in New York City. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 1.2 before correction: Booking.com 1.4, Tripadvisor 1.0.Canal Loft Hotel is a 2-star budget property located at 94 Canal Street, situated between Chinatown and the Lower East Side. The independent hotel contains 51 rooms, offering a mix of private accommodation and four-bed dormitories. Each room includes air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and a private bathroom. The building operates a 24-hour front desk and maintains a non-smoking policy. Its position provides easy access to several subway stations and local dining options. This hotel suits travellers on a budget who prioritise central access to Manhattan. However, guests should note that room lighting can be quite dim.What stands out

Close to subway stations

Private bathrooms in all rooms

24 hour front desk service

Free Wi-Fi and air conditioning

Watch out for

Dim room lighting

Inconsistent cleaning

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