Re-Locating to NYC-Please Help
 

Hello,<BR><BR>We are relocating to NYC due to a job offer that was received today. We have to be in NYC in 3 weeks, and unfortunately, the company does not help with any relocation.<BR><BR>Does anyone know of any "extended stay" properties that we could look into for a couple of weeks when we first get there? <BR><BR>I know that Marriott has "extended stay" across the country, but none that I know of in NYC. <BR><BR>We've traveled to NYC quite a bit, so are familiar with the different areas within the city. Ideally, we thought that an "extended stay" type of property might be the best way to go, as opposed to trying to stay in a hotel for a couple of weeks.<BR><BR>We would also consider extended stay places outside of the city, until we can find a place of our own.<BR><BR>Any other advice/suggestions as to where to stay, is greatly appreciated. This all has come about so quickly, that it is very overwhelming.<BR><BR>Thanks very much for your help!

Can you call Marriott and ask? Or look on the website, perhaps ?

Hi,<BR><BR>I've already checked into Marriott, and unfortunately, they don't have anything within the city. There's a "full-servicce" Marriott in Westchester, but we really would like to try for one of the extended stay places that might be more reasonable.<BR><BR>Thanks.

Congratulations Kim! <BR>I am most likely of no use to you as far as extended stay advice,(although I will ask friends who have gone through this) but I do want to wish you luck in your new adventure in NY~C

You may want to try some of the Extended Stay America properties. I know there is one near LaGuardia Airport and a few in New Jersey.<BR><BR>http://www.extstay.com/<BR><BR>You may also want to try Churchill Corporate Services<BR><BR>http://www.furnishedhousing.com<BR>

try www.bnbny.com<BR>They helped me!

You might want to check with The Allen House, at the corner of 71st Street and 3rd Avenue, a great neighborhood location. It's a smallish (24 units?) apartment building set up for extended stays, discount by the month. No website unfortunately, but call Marion, the manager at 212-794-1110. They are beautifully furnished apartments -- a variety of sizes, mainly in the $200-250 range per night -- with big discounts (35-40%) for a month stay. Also because it is an apartment building, not a hotel, there are NO TAXES OR FEES!

Hi everyone,<BR><BR>Thanks for the suggestions so far, we'll start looking into these. I'll keep checking back to see if anyone else also has ideas.<BR><BR>

Kim -- while the extended stay idea is a good one, it can take a while to find an apt in NYC. You might think about a furnished sublet. Check out the NYTimes -- they frequently have ads for corporate apt setups and furnished sublets.<BR><BR>Also, be prepared for sticker shock for the move. I'm surprised your company doesn't help with relo because it is a LOT of money to move into NYC. For someone coming from out of town, you will most likely need an apt broker. They charge 10% of the first year's lease. Then you will need security deposit (usually 1 mos lease) and first month's rent in cash. Some apts. also require last month's rent up front.<BR><BR>Moving costs in NYC are also expensive -- you may need to give the building a deposit for the elevator and there are usually strict time limits on when you can move in and move out.<BR><BR>Not trying to discourage you -- it's a great place to live -- it can just be expensive to get here!

There are 2 new extended stay properties outside of NYC (but i don't know the names of them, but if i pass them in the next few days i'll report back). One of them is in Rutherford, NJ and the other is in Secaucus, NJ. Both of these have NYC bus service (into the Port Authority) and the trip will take about 20-25 minutes or so).<BR><BR>A round about way to find the names of each hotel:<BR>Call Best Buy in Secaucus and ask them the name of the extended stay hotel that is across the street from them (if they ask, tell them you're giving somebody directions to their store and need a landmark).<BR><BR>The other extended stay property in Rutherford is right next door to the Sheraton Meadowlands. Call them (directly, NOT the 800#) to ask for a "long term" rate, then tell them that it's too much for a long stay, and if they could tell you the name of the extended stay property right near them.

I believe Extended Stay America is on the Rutherford/Secaucus border and there is also a Homewoood Suites nearby (that may be the one close to Best ).I live in Rutherford and take the bus into the city quite frequently. It';s easy to drive in at night and on weekends (which I do) but buses are the way to go during the day. As mentioned, the express buses (running morning and afternoon rush) are fast and even the local buses which run during the day are frequent and quick. I'd estimate that 50% of the adults in my town are professionals who commute into NYC and most use the bus. An advantage to staying in NJ is parking and easy access to your car when you need it.

Check out www.hospitalitycompany.com.<BR>They have some great places and the prices are reduced right now.<BR><BR>Good luck with your move.

These are really great leads everyone. I appreciate all of the input.

Try the Flatotel. 135 West 52nd (212-887-9400). They offer extended stay at reasonable rates. Also, the Michelangelo Hotel 152 West 51st Street New York, NY 10019 Reservations (212) 765-0505.<BR><BR>Best of luck!

By the way.... You may want to take a look at ny.citysearch.com in the hotel section and look at various locations around the city for hotels that offer extended stay.

For a stay up to 4 months try<BR>http://www.manhattanlodgings.com/

Why don't you try Golden Gate in Brooklyn (a 45-minute subway ride into the city). It's a nice motel that (as far as I know) offers "extended-stay" service.

Look into Club Quarters - there are two great locations in NY, one in midtown and one down by Wall Street. You usually have to be employed by a member company, but it couldn't hurt to ask, especially if they want to sell the rooms.

when we first moved here 6+ years ago, we were in the same boat. we rented an apartment for 3 weeks through a place called bed, breakfast, and books. I don't know if they're still around, but you could see if they're listed. i believe you could rent by the week or by the month. the apartment suited our needs, and it was in the west village, which was fun.