Hotel MOCA NYC

Hotels
Independent
6 (233 reviews)
505 W 181st St, New York, New York, 10033 , New York , US

Facilities

Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Designated smoking area
Elevator
ATM/banking
Housekeeping on request
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in stairways
Change of towels (on request)
Change of bed sheets (on request)
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Close to attractions
Cons:
Unclean rooms
Unsafe area at night
Unsatisfactory room quality

Categories

Cleanliness
4
Numerous reports of unclean rooms, dirty sheets, and overall poor hygiene.
Service
8
Some positive comments regarding staff being accommodating and personable despite overall dissatisfaction.
Location
7
Although safeness of the area was questioned, proximity to attractions noted.
Room Quality
5.5
Multiple complaints about uncomfortable beds and poor condition.
Amenities
6
Amenities were not explicitly detailed, but significant issues with room functionality were reported.
Value for Money
4
Guests felt the high cost did not align with the quality of service and condition.
Food and Beverage
7
Not mentioned in the reviews; thus standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
6.5
Mixed reviews with dissatisfaction over cleanliness and comfort overshadowing few positive comments.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 16:05

Property Description

Welcome to Hotel MOCA NYC, your cozy retreat in the heart of Manhattan!

Modern Comforts
Our 36 air-conditioned rooms are equipped with flat-screen televisions and complimentary wireless internet, ensuring you stay connected and entertained during your visit. Enjoy the convenience of phone services with free local calls to make your stay hassle-free.

Convenient Amenities
At your service, our 24-hour front desk and convenient ATM/banking services are designed to cater to your needs around the clock. Plus, our elevator makes navigating the hotel a breeze!

Prime Location
Centrally located, you’re just minutes from iconic attractions like Yankee Stadium, Columbia University, and even Central Park, providing the perfect base to explore New York City.

Book your stay today at Hotel MOCA NYC for an unforgettable experience in the city that never sleeps!

Important information:

Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.

Check-in and check-out hours:

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

Location

Guest Reviews

6
Based on 233 reviews
Cleanliness: 4
Service: 8
Location: 7
Room Quality: 5.5
Amenities: 6
Value for Money: 4
Food and Beverage: 7
Overall Experience: 6.5
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Zohra solo_traveller fr
5
2026-05-08 via Nuitee
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Raymond solo_traveller us
10
2026-05-05 via Nuitee
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Edwards solo_traveller us
1
2026-05-02 via Nuitee
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Aneury couple us
5
2026-04-30 via Nuitee
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jonathan couple us
10
Pros:

Everything was good

2026-04-26 via Nuitee
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Alyssa couple us
1
2026-04-26 via Nuitee
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Rodolfo extended_group us
2
Pros:

The pillows

Cons:

Almost everything, front desk staff wasn’t helpful, the room floor was dirty, people are rude and crazy in there. I would never go back.

2026-04-21 via Nuitee
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Ibrahima solo_traveller us
5
2026-04-21 via Nuitee
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John solo_traveller us
1
Pros:

Not much

Cons:

This is a "hot sheets" motel that charges by the hour. Literally. My bad for picking it but you'd think that Booking.com would vet this better. Way too dirty for the price. The sheets had stains. The window was broken. No smoke detector. People were smoking and it was blowing into the room through the vent. Thermostat locked and blowing cold air all night even though it was 50 degrees outside. Is a refund possible? This is disgraceful.

2026-04-19 via Nuitee
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Ryan couple us
1
It was terrible.
Pros:

Nothing staff was rude and was moved to 4 different rooms

Cons:

The last room of 4 was the only one with a working AC. This place isnt worth the money I paid to stay there.

2026-04-17 via Nuitee
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Pablo solo_traveller us
8
Cons:

Door locks should be properly installed

2026-04-14 via Nuitee
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Soeli couple us
1
2026-04-14 via Nuitee
S
Saadia couple us
7
Balcony and room space also privacy.
Pros:

Location and personal/staff

Cons:

N/A

2026-04-13 via Nuitee
S
Saadia couple us
7
Nice clean and not too expensive
Pros:

Balcony and room space

Cons:

N/A

2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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Adileny couple us
5
2026-04-12 via Nuitee
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Darren couple us
2
2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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Terence solo_traveller us
1
2026-04-09 via Nuitee
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Destiny solo_traveller us
10
2026-04-08 via Nuitee
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Jenny couple us
8
2026-04-06 via Nuitee
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Destiny couple us
10
2026-04-06 via Nuitee