The Ludlow Hotel

Hotels
9 (1491 reviews)
180 Ludlow Street , New York , us

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Noise issues in some rooms
High prices

Categories

Cleanliness
8.39
Guests noted the hotel was clean, but some areas like the lounge lighting were mentioned as needing improvement.
Service
9.36
Staff are described as friendly and professional, contributing positively to the overall experience.
Location
9.9
The location received high praise for its accessibility to various city attractions and neighborhoods.
Room Quality
8.85
Rooms were well-equipped and comfortable, although some guests mentioned noise issues.
Amenities
9.38
Amenities such as free umbrellas and a rooftop view were highlighted positively.
Value for Money
8.34
Some guests felt the hotel was too expensive relative to the overall experience.
Food and Beverage
8.39
Food quality received mixed reviews, with some guests stating it was salty.
Overall Experience
9.36
Overall experiences were highly positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-18 10:45

Property Description

Spectacular Views and Luxury Accommodations
Experience breathtaking views of New York City's iconic skyline at The Ludlow Hotel. Each room is elegantly furnished with hardwood floors, silk rugs, and Moroccan lamps, creating a luxurious and cozy atmosphere.

Top-Notch Amenities
Indulge in a relaxing bath in the marble mosaic en suite bathroom, complete with a deep soaking bathtub and brass rain shower. Enjoy local products from the minibar and take advantage of complimentary WiFi access in every guestroom.

Convenient Location and Services
Located in the vibrant Lower East Side neighborhood, our hotel offers easy access to popular attractions like the Tenement Museum and the New Museum. With a 24-hour fitness center, trellis-covered garden, and lobby bar, The Ludlow Hotel ensures a memorable stay in the heart of Manhattan.

Book now to experience luxury and comfort at The Ludlow Hotel.

Important information:

Please note, a $75.00 per night deposit will be charged upon check-in for incidentals. Any remaining funds will be made available up to 30 days after check-out.

Please note, the Ludlow Loft is the only room type that can accommodate an extra roll away bed ($35/night plus tax).

Please note, the Mini Studio and Queen Studio cannot accommodate a crib.

Please note that for nonrefundable reservations, prepayment will be required for the total price of the reservation and it will be charged immediately after completion of the booking.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 115 per day.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 61.86
Public Area
  • Hill Located: No
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Type: Regular
  • Entrance Door Width: 140
  • Entrance Leveled: Yes
  • Distance From The Elevator To The Accessible Room: 15
  • Room Max Guests Number: 2
  • Pet Friendly: Yes_impaired
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: Yes
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: Yes
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: Yes
  • Elevator Visual Signs: Yes
  • Lifts Accessible: Yes
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Guest Reviews

9
Based on 1491 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.39
Service: 9.36
Location: 9.9
Room Quality: 8.85
Amenities: 9.38
Value for Money: 8.34
Food and Beverage: 8.39
Overall Experience: 9.36
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Tamir • couple • gb
8
Not a bad option. Overall a pleasant stay.
Pros:

The room mini bar options are great.
The room service which I have not tried also 24/7 which is great.
Location is close to Soho/Nolita and iconic NY restaurants
I loved the shower.

Cons:

My room was very small. No space to open the suitcase.
Some parts in the hotel felt outdated and I remembered the hotel and restaurant were very lively many years ago.

Over $500 per night and you provide a paper cups for the Nespresso machine? It feels like best western hotel and not a boutique hotel.

In my opinion - no value for money. Sorry.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Adam • couple • ie
8
Fantastic
Pros:

Reception area, friendly staff, great location

Cons:

Room size quite small, even for New York

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Anila • couple • us
10
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Ocampos • couple • es
5
Nice Hotel, Disappointing Customer Service
Pros:

The location and views

Cons:

The staff at The Ludlow were always friendly and polite, which we really appreciated.

Unfortunately, our stay ended on a disappointing note. After enquiring about extending one of our two rooms, I confirmed which room we wanted to keep and mistakenly assumed everything had been arranged. While I accept that I should have checked for a confirmation, no one at reception mentioned that the extension had not been processed, despite several opportunities during our stay.

On our last morning, we discovered we no longer had a room. The one we had originally requested was no longer available, so we had to accept a lower-category room at the last minute, causing us to miss a tour on our final day in New York.

Having stayed in many hotels around the world, I expected a little more care in resolving the situation. While the hotel offered to compensate us on a future stay, I believe the best time to make things right was in the moment. Many international travellers may not return for years, if ever.

Sadly, despite the lovely staff, this experience means we are unlikely to stay at The Ludlow again.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Natalie • solo_traveller • us
7
I had a nice time, but wouldn’t choose it again.
Pros:

It’s a classic New York spot, I saw celebs in the lobby and the staff were super sweet and helpful.

Cons:

No WiFi in the room. No coffee or espresso in the room.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Thea • couple • gb
7
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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rene • couple • us
10
2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Beth • couple • gb
10
2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Ozzy • solo_traveller • ng
9
2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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LeLeita • couple • us
9
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Lynne • couple • gb
9
Great hotel convenient for downtown
Pros:

Fantastic location, nice bar, lovely terrace and friendly staff

Cons:

Nitpicking here but the toiletries were a bit feminine (Moroccan rose) for male guests :0)

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • solo_traveller • au
9
Warmth and care infiltrate nearly every crevice of this NYC hotel
Pros:

All things top-notch at the Ludlow Hotel NYC overall! The room, while expected to be small and compact considering I got the smallest category of room, was quite spacious for my needs! I had around three pieces of luggage in tow and they all had their own space without obstructing access. The bed was great, really appreciated the level of care housekeeping had in making sure that all sheets were well presented (clean, ironed etc) for all ten days of my stay. The location of the actual hotel itself was awesome, great eateries nearby for a late night snack, a hearty meal or even a grocery store/CVS run. Also, just a stone throw's away from the vibrant food mecca in the East Village! The reception/concierge team were always happy to help out when requested and were quite discerning especially when I returned to the property quite late in the night after being out on Long Island for an ice hockey game. Budget permitting, the Ludlow Hotel will always be a priority one stay.

Cons:

I have to say that the downsides was probably the elevator wait time which when timed could sit around 4-5 minutes in busier periods which became an annoying norm especially as a queue formed. From experience and most likely not a viable option here, I do believe that the lifts should operate on a guest-first model as half of time we were often sent to the operational floors of the building. However, hotel maintenance staff were always gracious and accomodating in skipping their floors in order to have guests arrive at their floors first. The reception team were a fun bunch but often kept to themselves with brief and quiet greetings to guests while returning back to their exciting personal conversations. No qualms here though, as I really enjoyed just leaving and coming without the anticipation of small talk which happens at other hotels.

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Gary • couple • gb
7
Lovely hotel with very good front desk team
Pros:

We had a small room - bed was very comfortable

Cons:

It’s not cheap and there are cheaper options locally if you’re prepared to compromise a bit

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Liane • couple • gb
10
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Julie • couple • gb
6
2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • solo_traveller • us
9
If you want a comfortable place that’s right in the think of it but still feels like an oasis, the Ludlow would always b
Pros:

The atmosphere and vibe were great. I loved that it was a place people came to hang, work, grab a drink in the lounge area but kept seats available for hotel guests. The room was very comfortable and spacious for an nyc hotel. The hotel had an amazing location and provided the experience we were looking for!

Cons:

I was a little surprised that I could hear other guests moving around in their room. The elevator wait times could be annoying at times

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Wendalyn • couple • us
10
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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starling • couple • gb
10
Comfortable stay in a Quirky and characterful hotel
Pros:

Lovely views from terrace very friendly and helpful staff

Cons:

All good

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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María • solo_traveller • ar
10
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adejoke • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee