WEST SIDE YMCA, New York

The Upper West Side location places Lincoln Center 300 metres away and Carnegie Hall 700 metres away; the American Museum of Natural History is a 15-minute walk. Multiple subway lines are within a 5-minute walk, providing easy access across the city. Numerous restaurants and cafés are within a 2-5-minute walk. Times Square is reachable on foot in about 15 minutes. The neighbourhood feels safe day and night.

The property has a vending machine for drinks and snacks but does not offer meals or a cafe. Several restaurants and cafés are within a 2-5-minute walk, including Rosa Mexicano, Boulud Sud, Breads Bakery, and Café Fiorello. A Whole Foods is also nearby. Water fountains are available on the ground floor and in the fitness area for refilling bottles.

Wellness facilities include a large fitness centre with weight-lifting and cardiovascular equipment, an indoor swimming pool (open year-round), squash courts, a steam room, and a sauna. Hair dryers are available in the locker rooms. Access to these facilities is included for all guests and requires being fully vaccinated. The on-site Marjorie S. Deane Little Theater is a 145-seat venue used for live performances and film screenings.

The reception is staffed 24 hours, allowing late arrivals until 2 AM. Daily housekeeping is included; additional towels or linens can be requested. A shared lounge/TV area is available. There is no on-site laundry but a laundromat is nearby. Luggage storage is available from 7 AM to 7 PM for $4 per bag. The building has 24-hour security with key card access, CCTV, smoke alarms, and fire extinguishers. Wheelchair-accessible entrance, rooms, and bathrooms are provided. Air conditioning and heating are available throughout.