The Franklin New York City
- 4 out of 5
- Avg. Member Rating
- 36
- Reviews
A Pleasant Experience
- November 8, 2008
- Rated 4 of 5 by
a traveler from Travelocity.com
The hotel is an older building with all the challenges of a New York walk up. A small room not designed for the queen size bed in it making it hard to walk in the room, a bathroom that is smaller than a closet with the sink in the room and a small clothing closet that functions best for a short trip with few clothes needing to be hung up. That said, the hotel is charming, the free breakfast and wine tasting a plus, and a staff that is as friendly and as good as any I have ever run into. The features of the room are excellent despite the small, room. The antique style elevator is quick and smooth. The sitting room is comfortable, the lobby is small and the library is a window seat lined with books made acceptable by the free computer.
What seals the deal is the location. A subway stop around the corner and a variety of retail and eating surrounding the hotel and in walking distance in every direction. Some of the finest museums, Central Park and the East River are all a short walk away.
Overall, a wonderful place to stay for a short trip (or in my case, the NY Marathon).
As advertised
- October 22, 2008
- Rated 3 of 5 by
a traveler from Travelocity.com
Clean and cozy in a very comfortable neighborhood. The staff was very courteous. I t was a positive experience except for one detail. The window mounted air conditioner was unreliable and noisy which was unfortunate and cast a negative light over my stay.? I'd probably rethink my decision if I were visiting during warm weather months.
Will stay again.
- September 6, 2008
- Rated 5 of 5 by
a traveler from Travelocity.com
Room so small, but excellent hotel.
like home
- September 1, 2008
- Rated 5 of 5 by
a traveler from Travelocity.com
The Franklin may be small, but what it lacks in size it makes up for in service. The staff is very kind and attentive to the clients needs. We had trouble with our safe and when we called the front desk, someone arrived within 3 minutes to fix it. They also assisted us with directions and more food when we requested it.
Speaking of food, their breakfast and wine/cheese offerings are top notch. The breakfast includes pasteries, cereal, coffee, tea, expresso, juices and will not leave you hungry. The wine and cheese in the evening is a nice way to relax before going to dinner.
The room was small, but well equipped with iPod dock, flat screen TV, safe, blowdryer etc. The renovation is evident and well done.
Access to downtown in easy using the subway located at 86th and Lexington, a mere block away. Here you can take the 4,5 or 6 and make connections easily all for $2/ride.
What we really liked about the hotel was that it was a calm environment to return to after the hustle of NYC. There are also plenty of cool places to eat traveling east on 87th, You can't beat this hotel for the price, location and amenities.
Great boutique!
- August 29, 2008
- Rated 5 of 5 by
a traveler from Travelocity.com
My husband and I spent 2 nights at the Franklin. I loved the decor although the rooms are small. I enjoyed the little breakfast and wine and cheese they have. On the second day we got down to the breakfast a little later and it was packed, and they had run out of some food. But overall I had a great experience and would definitely come back again and again.