In the heart of Chinatown, the Canal Loft Hotel New York is a 2-star hotel on Canal Street with reception open 24 hours and free wifi. It is a good fit if you are looking for a simple base to walk across the Brooklyn Bridge and explore southern Manhattan.
Location and getting around
It is at 94 Canal Street. The Manhattan entrance to the Brooklyn Bridge is about a 15-minute walk away. One World Trade Center and the 9/11 Memorial are about 30 minutes away, as is Washington Square Park.
Midtown is further: it is 3.7 km to the Empire State Building, so the subway or a taxi is the comfortable choice.
Rooms and facilities
It is a simple place and smoke-free throughout the building. There is free wifi everywhere and staff at reception at any hour.
It is not stated that it has a restaurant, gym or other services, and there are no details on room equipment or the type of bathroom. If that matters to you, ask before booking.
Who it suits
- You want to walk across the Brooklyn Bridge at dawn.
- You are drawn to eating in Chinatown and Little Italy.
- You are heading to New York University or the Village.
- You only need a bed and somewhere to leave your suitcase.
Good to know
It does not serve breakfast. You can register between 15:00 and midnight, and check-out is until 11:00. At reception you will be asked for photo ID and a credit card. More similar places in 2-star hotels.