Hotel 99

About Hotel 99

Hotel 99 suits travelers who want a plain base on the Upper West Side and plan to spend the day out. West 99th Street meets Central Park on one side and the Broadway stretch of the Upper West Side on the other, so the park and the nearest avenues are close at hand. Couples on a city break, small families and business travelers who need a desk and a printer will find the listed facilities useful. It rewards guests who book for location rather than for extras.

This is a 2-star hotel, so expect a straightforward room and a short list of services rather than a lobby full of extras. The booking supplier records a guest score of 4.0 out of 5 from 145 reviews, which suggests guests find it dependable for the grade. Stays here are practical: a bed, a shower, a bar and a restaurant under the same roof, and a business center for a working morning. Book in the IMPT app and check the total price with taxes and fees.

Rooms and listed facilities

The facilities the supplier lists for Hotel 99 are short: a bar, a business center and at least one restaurant. For couples, that means a drink on site before bed instead of another walk. For families, a restaurant in the building removes the search for dinner after a long day. For business travelers, the listed business center covers a printed document or a quiet hour with a laptop. Late arrivals should confirm kitchen and bar hours with the property before traveling, since these change by season and by day.

Rooms at Hotel 99 are booked by grade, and the supplier's score of 4.0 out of 5 from 145 reviews is the clearest guide to what to expect. Ask the property directly about room size, bed configuration and how many people a room sleeps if you travel as a family or a group. Guests arriving off a late flight should confirm the latest arrival time in advance.

The setting

Hotel 99 stands on West 99th Street in Manhattan Valley, the stretch of the Upper West Side that runs north of the low 90s between Central Park West and Broadway. Central Park is about 1 mile (1.6 km) away in a straight line, close enough for a morning walk. Times Square is about 2.8 miles (4.5 km) south, Grand Central Terminal about 3.0 miles (4.9 km) and Penn Station about 3.4 miles (5.5 km). Fifth Avenue divides east from west street numbers, which keeps addresses simple to read.

Location and neighborhood

Manhattan Valley occupies the northern Upper West Side, from 96th Street to 110th Street, between Riverside Park and Central Park's north end. For first-time visitors the area gives a calmer base than Midtown while keeping the grid easy to read. Numbered streets run east-west and avenues run north-south; Broadway cuts diagonally across them. Fifth Avenue divides East and West street numbers, though this far north the pattern is simple. From Hotel 99 you can walk to Central Park or Riverside Park. Subway stops along Broadway connect the neighborhood to the rest of Manhattan.

The neighborhood sits close to several major sights. Central Park lies along the eastern edge of Manhattan Valley. The American Museum of Natural History is on Central Park West at 79th Street, a short trip south. The Metropolitan Museum of Art is on Fifth Avenue at 82nd Street, across the park. MoMA and the Theater District are farther south in Midtown. The Intrepid Museum is also within reach. From Hotel 99 use the subway or a walk through the park to link these sights.

Getting there and around

For arrival, JFK and Newark Liberty are around 15 miles (23.7 km) from Hotel 99 by road, and journey times vary with traffic and connections. LaGuardia is closest by road, and a public bus link connects to the subway. Grand Central Terminal and Penn Station are around 3.0 miles (4.9 km) away, and Midtown is around 2.8 miles (4.5 km). The subway runs 24 hours. Tap a contactless card or phone to enter, and check current rules with the MTA. Buses and walking fill the gaps in the grid.

Nearby sights and food

Central Park is the anchor sight, with its north end at 110th Street. From Hotel 99, walk or take the subway to the American Museum of Natural History on Central Park West at 79th Street. The Metropolitan Museum of Art is on Fifth Avenue at 82nd Street, across the park. Both museums reward a half day; check opening days and timed entry with each museum. MoMA and the Theater District are farther south in Midtown. The Intrepid Museum is within reach. The 9/11 Memorial pools are open to visit; check access details for the museum.

Eating near Manhattan Valley leans toward neighborhood places rather than destination dining. Broadway and Amsterdam Avenue hold a mix of diners, coffee bars, bakeries, pizza slices, Thai and Japanese kitchens, Mexican taquerias, and Italian trattorias. Near the parks you find casual delis and grocery counters for picnic supplies. For a first visit, compare a weekday lunch with a weekend brunch; reservations help at dinner, especially near the museums. Check opening days directly, since many smaller kitchens close one day a week. Menus and hours change, so confirm before setting out.

A day from Hotel 99

A day from Hotel 99 starts with a walk in Central Park, entering near 110th Street and heading south along the park's west side. Continue to the American Museum of Natural History on Central Park West at 79th Street; book a timed entry and check opening days. In the afternoon, cross the park to the Metropolitan Museum of Art on Fifth Avenue at 82nd Street, or choose MoMA in Midtown if modern art is the priority. Return north for an early dinner in the neighborhood. In the evening, consider a Broadway show in the Theater District; evening curtains are typically 7 or 8 pm, so check the show. End with a walk along Riverside Park if daylight allows.

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Facilities listed by the supplier

As listed by the booking supplier; a facility not listed here may still exist. Confirm anything important with the property.

• Bars
• Business Center
• Restaurant