MACAW GUEST HOUSE, New York

The guest house sits in a convenient Upper East Side location, 2 km from the Metropolitan Museum of Art and Central Park, and close to Columbia University and Strawberry Fields. LaGuardia Airport is 10 km away. The subway station is just a few steps from the door, making it easy to reach Midtown and other attractions without a car. Street parking is available and free, but street cleaning restrictions apply between 9:30 and 11:00. A short walk brings you to a variety of local dining options including La Shuk, Joy Burger Bar, and Superior Cafe.

The guest house offers a range of rooms, from double rooms with shared or private bathrooms to family rooms and suites. All rooms are air-conditioned and feature a seating area, a fully equipped kitchenette (stovetop, refrigerator, dishwasher, cookware) and a dining area. Some rooms have a patio and garden or city views. Room types vary in bed configuration: double rooms with 2 beds, twin rooms with 1 bed, family rooms with 2 beds, and suites with 1 separate bedroom. The property also provides cots and board games. Every room includes a coffee machine and for shared-bathroom rooms, the bathroom is shared with only one other room.

The property provides a continental breakfast, included in the room rate, featuring self-serve options such as bread, pastries, and hot drinks. Guests who prefer a wider variety or an earlier start can use the fully equipped shared kitchen with a stovetop, refrigerator, dishwasher, and cookware for their own meals. A communal dining area and BBQ facilities in the garden are available for leisurely self-catered meals. Several casual restaurants are within a 5-minute walk.

The property features a hot tub, a large garden with a sun terrace, and a picnic area. Guests can use the BBQ facilities for outdoor dining. Board games are available for indoor entertainment, and the common lounge/TV area provides a space to unwind. An ice-skating rink is located nearby for additional leisure activities.

The guest house offers free high-speed Wi-Fi and free public parking on site, but a reservation is needed. Services include private check-in/check-out, a concierge, express check-in/out (with a fee), and luggage storage (additional charge). The multilingual reception staff (German, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese) are available 24/7. Safety features include 24-hour security, key card access, smoke alarms, and CCTV. A fully equipped shared kitchen and a lounge/TV area are accessible to all residents. Family rooms and cots are provided.