Hotel Analysis
Based on 4 sites · 5,615 reviews
Virgin Hotels New York City sits in trendy Chelsea, Manhattan, as a 5-star hotel. It scores consistently in the high 8s across multiple booking sites with thousands of reviews. Guests rave about the location—3 minutes to the subway and walkable to Empire State Building and hotspots. Rooms feel modern and spacious enough, with stunning Hudson River or Empire State views from upper floors. Staff are friendly and helpful, and breakfast gets solid mentions. Families and couples make up 45% of guests. Some note spotty cleaning, stains or scratches on furniture, and patchy hallways. Rooms can feel cramped with small beds, and the reception layout confuses. Worth the premium price for location-focused travelers.
Strengths
Subway 3 mins away, hotspots walkable
Empire State Building city views
Friendly helpful staff
Modern clean rooms
High 8s scores
Good to Know
Spotty cleaning, dusty floors
Stains and scratches on furniture
Cramped rooms and small beds
Recommended For
Families — 25% share, convenient location & views
Couples — 20% share, romantic views
Business travelers — 15% share, easy transit
Solo travelers — 15% share, city access
Ratings by Booking Site
Overall 8.6/10 · 4 sites · Based on 5,615 reviews
Guest Reviews
4 booking sites · 5,615 reviews
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FAQ
Typically, check-in starts at 3:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Please contact the hotel directly for exact times.
Virgin Hotels New York City has received a rating of 8.6/10 from 105 guests.