Belleclaire Hotel

We thought that we found a gem here based on the previous reviews. Not only were we disappointed in the Belleclaire, but we would have checked out after the first night had we not pre paid the three night's stay. Historical fact - who cares that Mark Twain slept here! We recieved no maid service the first night even after returning from a full day of sightseeing around 6:30PM !!! Mysterious to us and the reception staff, our keys failed to work after the first night. Jorge (I hope he is reading this) became exremely condescending advising that his "new" keys should work. It took a bellman (His key did not work either) and management to figure the problem out. We could not access the room finally until an hour later after much proding. We would never stay nor recommend such service despite the hotel's shooty attempt to renovate the building. New paint does not a renovation make! Next time in New York I will take my money and stay elsewhere.

Stayed here with a friend in March 2004. I wasn't expecting the Ritz from the price we were paying but I was extremely disappointed. The worst thing was the lack of heating, and then the heating: When we arrived the room was absolutely freezing; we had to request a space heater and extra blankets. Then when the radiator was turned on it was an old-fashioned steam radiator which woke us up whistling like a kettle at 6am every morning. The windows were so drafty that the curtains blew open continuously. Other than that, it was also a depressing, badly decorated room. Whoever took the photos on the brochure earned their money! On the plus side, it was very clean and in a great neighborhood. But there must be better alternatives available. Would never go back.

We stayed here in September last year and opted for a room with a shared bathroom. The first room we were offered was quite big however, it smelt a bit damp and was quite far away from the bathroom. Therefore, the staff moved us to another room at our request and although the room was smaller, it was situated next door to a bathroom and did not have the damp aroma! This room and the shared bathroom were clean and although we did not have a fridge or in-room movies as per what is advertised, this did not matter to us. The staff ranged from very friendly, to passive but were always on hand if required. Best of all though, was the location of the hotel in the Upper-West Side which is a beautiful neighborhood with some good bars, restaurants and shops and everywhere else in Manhattan, that was not within walking distance was easily reached via the Subway. All in all, the rooms at the Belleclaire are perfectly fine and provide everything you need if you are going to be out and about the whole time and I would definitely stay here again, given the location and the decent room rates.

Just got back from a trip with girlfriends. Second time in NYC. Upon arrival at Belleclaire Hotel, the outside looked awful! They were renovating the Hotel. We had two adjoining rooms with shared bathroom. Rooms were very clean, and the beds were fabulous, with down comforters and wonderful pillows. The bathroom was small but very clean. Staff was friendly and helpful. We did have to ask for towels a few times. Our room was next to the street, so it was a little noisy at night. Elevators are extremely small, but worked fine. Staff very friendly and helpful. I would recommend this hotel. Great price.

This hotel is listed as a 3 star but I would give it 2. We had a double room with shared bath.The room was clean but plain, although it did have a hair dryer and toiletries. Towels were clean and plentiful but thin. The bathroom was clean but on one night we had no hot water for the shower and although we asked daily for 3 days for them to change the shower head(poor stream) it was never fixed.

Before we left for New York City, we read the reviews on this web site. There were so many complaints that we were concerned about our accomadations. But our concerns were unfounded because this hotel was a pleasant surprise. The building is old and the rooms are small, but it is clean, quiet and is in a great location. The bed was very comfortable and there is air conditioning. The neighborhood is extremely safe and friendly and it is not too far from Times Square. The staff was helpful and there are plenty of things to do in the immediate area. I would stay at this hotel again. However, if you are looking for luxury and atmosphere, this is the wrong hotel.

I stayed at the hotel last November for the Macys parade and I was traveling by myslef. Went I first got to the hotel I was greeted by th Bell Man (James??) who helped me bring my things up to my room. The room was average size and was very clean. There was a small sink and cable TV in the room. My room was a "Shared Bathroom" room - which was very scary at first - however it was not bad at all. The bath room is shared between you and two other guest rooms. During my five night stay there was not one time when I had to wait for the restroom - which was very clean and even had a bathtub - not just a stand up shower. There is a diner across the street - The Manhatten Diner - and a grocery store in the same block that stays open 24 hours. The hotel is located on the 1 and the 9 line - which take you pretty much anywhere. Bottom line - the staff is very nice and helpful - the rooms are great and the location could not be better - I would advise anyone to stay here!!

This hotel is situated in a nice part of town in an old style building , away from hustle of midtown , right on corner of broadway. I have stayed in a shared bathroom room on two occasions , the second time in "209" which has its own bathroom!! the beds are really comfy, ideal if all you want is a great sleep after sightseeing all day. subway is only short walk: 72nd 0r 79th street (72nd is express stop). Great dinner across street for fantastic breakfast. central park only short walk away.Hotel is ideal for travellers who are looking for a quiet location and place to rest after long day/night out. found staff to be very helpfull. "budget rooms" good value for money, i would stay here again , loved the neighbourhood.

It was a great, quaint hotel. Room was very clean. Refrigerator was a nice feature. Bed was comfy and down comforter was nice. There wasn't much noise! Great neighborhood! We were four blocks from an express subway station and 2 blocks from regular subway station. Will definitely be back!

pretty dissapointed...... the room was dirty, hallways small - great location.