DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM STATEN ISLAND, New York

The hotel sits in a mixed neighbourhood with shops and casual restaurants nearby. The S40 bus, less than a block away, runs to the Staten Island Ferry terminal in about 20 minutes. The free ferry operates 24/7, reaching Manhattan in 25 minutes while passing the Statue of Liberty and offering skyline views. Newark Liberty International Airport is 20km away; Liberty Harbor in New Jersey is about 16 km. For drivers, street parking is the only option and requires attention to metered hours. The location is practical for budget-conscious travellers visiting NYC, but the journey to midtown takes roughly one hour each way by public transport.

Double rooms offer city or sea views; some upper floors provide harbour views. Rooms are small with limited storage - no closet or luggage rack. Housekeeping is not daily; towels and toiletries may need to be requested from the front desk. Noise insulation is poor: hallway sounds, conversations from neighbouring rooms, and outside traffic are clearly audible. Light sleepers may want earplugs. The building has a lift, though it can break down. Occasional smoke odour may drift into hallways despite the non-smoking policy. Family rooms are available, but note that only single-bed rooms exist - no rooms with two separate beds.

Breakfast includes muffins, croissants, cereal, fruit, coffee, and tea. The buffet is not replenished, so items can run out before the 10am closing time. The breakfast area is small and not cleaned between guests. There is no restaurant or bar on site; free coffee is available at the reception during the day. Snacks and soft drinks are sold at the front desk (cash only). Nearby Port Richmond Avenue has casual restaurants and fast-food options for alternative meals.

WiFi is free in all rooms and public areas. The 24-hour front desk can assist with luggage storage and local transport advice. Express check-in/out is available. The property offers rooms adapted for disabled guests. There is no on-site parking - only street parking (metered on the main road, free on side streets). No shuttle service. Late check-out is $25 per hour. A $35 deposit is held per reservation plus a $100 incidental deposit. Payment methods: American Express, Visa, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard. No fitness room, no business centre. The lift provides access to upper floors but has been reported to break down occasionally.