NYC - Riff Hotel Chelsea
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NYC - Riff Hotel Chelsea
Anyone ever stayed at this property at W30 & 8th? Wondering if it would work as a place for grandparents to stay while attending niece's graduation from FIT. Seems like it may be a little too "hip" and not enough space/comfort but would like opinion from someone who has first hand experience.
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I'd say NO. It was the Chelsea Star, something of a dump.
http://www.yelp.com/biz/chelsea-star-hotel-new-york
Name change and 2 * doesn't sound like Grandparent material to me.
http://www.yelp.com/biz/chelsea-star-hotel-new-york
Name change and 2 * doesn't sound like Grandparent material to me.
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Staying in Jersey City may be more expensive than having them stay in Manhattan. Remember that the ferry costs $10 per person each way. And the hotel close to the ferry is the Hyatt Regency, which may be expensive or a bargain depending on timing.
The Hilton Garden Inn is a much better choice for them. It's within easy walking distance of FIT.
The Hilton Garden Inn is a much better choice for them. It's within easy walking distance of FIT.
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Make sure that the ferry will be running at times/days that are convenient. The ferry stop near Hyatt JC is called Paulus Hook. It's really designed for commuters. Not sure it runs on weeeknds.
http://nywaterway.com/PaulusHookRoute.aspx#weekday
There is a PATH train though.
There's a Hyatt Place in the west 30's that might be nicer for grandparents and put them whe they can walk around and be somewhat more independent.
http://nywaterway.com/PaulusHookRoute.aspx#weekday
There is a PATH train though.
There's a Hyatt Place in the west 30's that might be nicer for grandparents and put them whe they can walk around and be somewhat more independent.