Freehand New York, New York CityFreehand New York in New York City, United States has a corrected score of 3.1 ± 0.1 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), ranked 298 of 498 hotels we score in New York City. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.9 before correction: Booking.com 2.8, Tripadvisor 3.2, Google 2.8, Agoda 3.1. Rooms from about $514 a night (cached, not a live quote).Located in Manhattan's Flatiron District, Freehand New York occupies the former George Washington Hotel, a building dating to 1928. The property underwent a renovation in 2018 and contains 394 rooms featuring modern interiors and smart TVs. It caters to travellers seeking a social atmosphere, combining boutique elements with hostel-style communal spaces. Guests can access five different restaurants and bars, a nightclub, and a fitness centre. The hotel is situated near Madison Square Park and 5th Avenue. While the design is contemporary, some rooms are small and the lighting in certain areas can feel quite dark.What stands out

Five on-site restaurants and bars

Central Flatiron District location

Fitness centre and nightclub access

Pet friendly policy

Watch out for

Small room sizes

Dark interior lighting

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