The William Powered by Sonder, New York CityThe William Powered by Sonder in New York City, United States has a corrected score of 3.5 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 131 of 498 hotels we score in New York City. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.5 before correction: Booking.com 2.9, Tripadvisor 4.1, Google 3.5.The William is a modern boutique hotel situated in a former Williams College social club in Manhattan. Housed within a century-old brownstone, the property combines contemporary design with mid-century furniture. The rooms include kitchen facilities, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi, making it suitable for families or longer stays. Guests have access to a rooftop bar, a fitness centre, and views of the city skyline. The building is within walking distance of Grand Central Terminal and the Empire State Building. While the rooms are well-maintained, some guest accommodations are small and lack extensive amenities.What stands out

Central Manhattan location

In-room kitchen facilities

Rooftop bar access

Fitness centre on site

Watch out for

Small guest rooms

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