Independent Upper Manhattan hotels

"Excellent hotel located close to Columbia University Medical Center, very convenient! Nicely designed and well maintained room."

"Very friendly and helpful staff, very large room, especially for New York"

"Nice room and close to subway"

"We arrived super late at night, but thanks to communication from the staff we were able to get in easily. It was so convenient and I'm so happy they were able to accommodate us"

"Very helpful staff, polite and caring. Thank you. "

"The staff was very personable and helpful. The room was comfortable, but small. Overall, about what I expected for the price. Very reasonable for staying in Manhattan. "

"An important aspect that the apartment fully checked was the cleanliness: it was way better than what you usually get for a 3-star hotel - of the same price or more expensive - in the USA (from my personal experience). The apartment’s price was rather affordable for 5 days. In case the host’s time isn’t flexible, keep in mind that you must check-in at 2pm and check-out in the morning of your last visit day, at 10am - just a “fyi” in case you only leave Manhattan in the evening, so you’re prepared to walk around the city with your carry-on (or to reserve a spot to store your luggage somewhere else, since this location does not provide such services) prior to departure. Even though the apartment is located uptown, having the subway so close makes traveling to the tourist attractions downtown be a total breeze. During my stay, at the beginning of September, the area around the property was pretty quiet."

"The property was great! The staff and customer service needs to be developed. I was calling and calling 3 days prior to my stay and no one answered. I wanted to do late check in and in their email with the lodging information to me. They didn’t provide a valid email. Once I arrived. There was staff just sitting there while the phoe rang. I left multiple voicemails and till this day, I have yet to receive a call back. If you want to do late check in and skip having to go check in right after landing, I do not recommend this place. "

"I read the mixed reviews and chose Macaw Guesthouse anyway - I am glad that I did. It was a reasonable option in expensive New York City and it was as described. Charming hosts who went out of their way to welcome me and ensure that I was comfortable. Short walk to transportation options and dining options nearby. Highly recommend and would stay again. "