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Featuring a balance of homey comfort and modern art-inspired architecture, Freehand New York offers an experience that is both welcoming and stimulating to the senses. The rooming options vary widely for a mix of needs. There are rooms with king beds, queen beds, and even setups for three people or a bunk bed arrangement. There are also suites featuring comfortably-sized living areas.
The food and beverage options suit just as a wide a variety of needs. The Broken Shaker throws guests back to a time when bars were simple, offered delicious food and were filled with local artistic flare. The signature and artisan cocktails give guests a tasting experience as unique as the laid back ambience. Simon and the Whale offers a tasting experience of similar scale, but with an even more distinguished setting. As artful as the area in which it sits, it offers diners quality wooden furniture amidst subtly golden lighting to set the right mood for the perfect meal.
Guests have the option of visiting The Shoppe as well. Here, they can grab last minute necessities, forgotten tidbits they may have left behind, or a quick drink or snack, not to mention some cool American style goodies packed with inspirational local flare.
The Freehand Fellowship ensures the connection between the hotel and the artistic inspiration of local Bard College students. The guest rooms and public spaces are graced with the unique expressions of the students, giving them an outlet and guests of the hotel a completely different experience.
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Check-in/Check-out | Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM |
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Freehand New York offers a variety of dining experiences, from the laid-back ambience and artisan cocktails at The Broken Shaker to the distinguished setting and quality wooden furniture at Simon and the Whale. Guests can also visit The Shoppe for last-minute necessities and American style goodies packed with local flare.
Freehand New York offers a wide range of rooming options, including king beds, queen beds, setups for three people, and bunk bed arrangements. Additionally, there are suites featuring comfortably-sized living areas to suit a mix of needs.
Freehand New York is conveniently located near attractions such as the Empire State Building, Bryant Park, New York Public Library, Grand Central Terminal, and Washington Square Park, offering guests easy access to explore the area.
Freehand New York has implemented various health and safety measures, including daily housekeeping, physical distancing rules, hand sanitizer in guest accommodation, and the use of cleaning chemicals effective against coronavirus, ensuring a safe and comfortable stay for guests.
The high season at Freehand New York is in December, offering a vibrant atmosphere and stimulating experiences. However, February is the low season, which may provide a quieter and more relaxed stay for guests.
Pets are very welcome at this hotel, and items such as food bowls and beds can be borrowed (subject to availability) for those who have forgotten to bring them along. The front desk can also help with lists of pet-friendly restaurants and local dog parks within walking distance of the hotel.
While early check-in requests cannot be guaranteed, guests are more than welcome to arrive early and enquire as to the availability of their room – if it’s ready, you’ll be given the key. For those who need to wait, luggage storage is available while you enjoy a drink in one of the hotel’s bars or restaurants.
Both public transport and private transfer options are available from all New York airports, with LaGuardia Airport being the closest and most inexpensive. The journey via R Train costs $2.75 and will drop you off at 23rd Street Station, from where it is a short walk down the street to the hotel. Travelling by public transport from John F. Kennedy Airport or Newark Liberty International, you will need to take the AirTrain to Penn Station and then complete the journey by taxi or rideshare services. Taking a cab from LaGuardia Airport to the hotel can take as little as 20m in clear traffic, costing around $45. From the other airports, expect to pay approximately $65-75 for a taxi and travel for around 40m.
There is always plenty going on at the hotel, from regular scheduled events to one-off pop-ups. Happy Hours are a daily occurrence, and every month sees a neighborhood dining experience hosted with partners from across the community. Other regular experiences include DJ sets, music nights, and the ever-popular "drunk yoga" sessions (involving a yoga class with wine). There are also regular workshops covering topics as diverse as spirituality and zine-making.
The 24h gym offers a range of fitness equipment that guests can use to keep up their usual exercise routine. Cardio machines and a cable machine, free weights and Peloton bikes are all available.
Guests requiring an accessible room can choose from several different categories at this hotel, including three-person rooms and suites. All public spaces are accessible and dedicated rooms feature amenities like bathroom grab bars, roll-in showers with chairs, audible emergency alarms, closed-caption TVs, accessible vanities and lowered light switches.
Guests who are on the run first thing can opt to take breakfast from Smile To Go, the hotel’s coffee shop. Sandwiches, cookies and pastries, coffees, juices and breakfast items like granola can all be ordered to eat quickly or take with you as you explore the city.(Prices checked 21/05/19).
Freehand New York is located at 23 Lexington Avenue in Midtown, 1.2 miles from the center of New York. Empire State Building is the closest landmark to Freehand New York.
Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM at Freehand New York.
Yes, Freehand New York offers free Wi-Fi.
Freehand New York is 0.7 miles from New York Skyports SPB.
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Value for money | 7.4 |
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Distance to city center | 1.2 mi |
Nearest Airport | New York LaGuardia |
Distance to airport | 6.4 mi |