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
D
Darleen family
8
Pros:

We were there for ComicCon so it was a cheaper option. Very plain when walking in. So maybe more decoration? The rooms were very clean as well as the bathroom. TV options very limited unless you put in your own codes.for streaming channels. It was a bit further from the convention center than we wanted but it worked for the one night we were there. The woman that was working was very nice.

2025-10-11 via Nuitee
A
Abagdally friends
8
Pros:

Pretty good hotel, just wish the swept underneath the bed, we found a syringe underneath it

2025-10-11 via Nuitee
P
Patricia partner
2
Pros:

The room was dirty, no WiFi, the tv didn’t work, the room didn’t have any heat

2025-10-06 via Nuitee
P
Paul
4
Pros:

A/C was great but the bathroom looked awful no one cleaned the room each day and it didnt have a safe and secure feeling. Like you could get robbed in your room type of feeling.

2025-10-03 via Nuitee
M
Marie Toni
2
Pros:

Elevator is not in a good condition. My door has signs of being broken. Smells like smoke. Noisy because it's beside the fire station. Would not recommended.

2025-09-29 via Nuitee
S
Santiago
4
Pros:

Property looked very run down, bed felt more like a fold out bed not comfortable at all. Surrounding area very unsafe was even told not to be outside after dark. No housekeeping at all

2025-09-22 via Nuitee
N
Niyyah
6
Price doesn't match delivery
Pros:

Unfortunately, we didn't find the room and hotel to be in very clean condition. The water pressure was extremely low, and the floor was dirty when we got in. The AC was also not working, so the balcony door saved us. The phone in the room was broken.

The staff did what they could to help and were very accommodating and friendly, but the price of this hotel is way too high for what you get for a room.

2025-09-20 via Nuitee
J
Jeremiah
2
Pros:

Overall the place is absolutely horrid

2025-09-19 via Nuitee
V
Victoria
8
Pros:

I liked everything. I had a good stay.

2025-09-19 via Nuitee
J
Justin
2
Dirty as Hell
Pros:

It smelled. There was hair on the bed. The ceiling was leaking. I have no idea how and why this place is open.

2025-09-19 via Nuitee
V
victor family
10
Pros:

Great service

2025-09-17 via Nuitee
M
Mark
2
I wont be back
Pros:

Bed bug bites all over me the next day. In the morning as soon as the sun rose there were these bugs flying all over the room. I have no idea what they were but they kept landing on me and it was gross. I showered and left as soon as I could.

2025-09-16 via Nuitee
K
Keith
10
Pros:

The staff was very personable and helpful. The room was comfortable, but small. Overall, about what I expected for the price. Very reasonable for staying in Manhattan.

2025-09-14 via Nuitee
R
Refujio
10
Pros:

Great stat

2025-09-13 via Nuitee
N
NaTavia
2
Pros:

The bed is horrible! It’s really like a thick cot, it’s very squeaky any move you make. My blanket had stains on it. They did remake my bed with new sheets and blanket. The baseboards are DIRTY! The curtains didn’t close all the way, the whole thing wasn’t connected to clips.
The room is very tiny! The shower was the only good thing about it, and that was a basic stand up shower but clean.

2025-09-12 via Nuitee
B
Bella partner
2
Pros:

I felt unsafe

2025-09-09 via Nuitee
H
Honor
4
Pros:

The hotel was very dirty. The room was not properly constructed. The wall was falling down at the top. The towels were dirty. I will never stay here again.

2025-09-06 via Nuitee
C
Charles
6
Pros:

It was ok

2025-08-27 via Nuitee
G
Gladys
4
Pros:

The hotel doesn't look old however , the room look outdated, it was okay clean but not deeply clean, I couldn't walk barefoot, the view was beautiful but they tinted the windows for some crazy reason ...

2025-08-18 via Nuitee
T
Thomas partner
2
Pros:

Flat up scam.

2025-08-18 via Nuitee