Refinery Hotel New York, New York CityRefinery Hotel New York in New York City, United States has a corrected score of 3.6 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), ranked 86 of 498 hotels we score in New York City. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.6 before correction: Booking.com 3.4, Tripadvisor 4.1, Google 3.8, Agoda 3.3. Rooms from about $719 a night (cached, not a live quote).Located on West 38th Street in Manhattan's Garment District, the Refinery Hotel occupies a former hat factory built in 1912. The property contains 197 rooms featuring high ceilings and contemporary interiors. It suits business travellers and tourists who want to be near Bryant Park and Times Square. Guests can access a rooftop terrace with views of the Empire State Building and dine at the on-site New American restaurant, Parker & Quinn. Facilities include a fitness centre, valet parking, and pet-friendly accommodation. While the hotel offers a central location, some recent guest feedback suggests inconsistent service quality compared to previous visits.What stands out

Rooftop bar with city views

Spacious rooms with high ceilings

Near Bryant Park and metro stations

On-site New American restaurant

Watch out for

Inconsistent guest experiences

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