Shefah Hotel

The property has everything you need, around the corner you have the bus stop taking you into NYC and it’s 3.50 one way. Convenient, clean, great value for money. The location is great to access the city, shower was nice. The perfect undercover hotel - it is not conspicuous from the outside, the corridor is slightly musty, but the room is perfect and the bathroom is luxurious. It's very simple to ride a bus to Manhattan. The room itself was quite clean and very renovated. The person in-charge was communicative and helpful. I have been to NYC a lot of times, most of those i stayed on Manhattan, couple of times in Queens or Brooklyn, you know, residential areas, small places, airbnbs. Great but not comparable to this place. The neighborhood is awesome, you are in the middle of urban NJ Union City with all the great places around the corner. The hotel is easily reachable by car, parking is easy and free, the hosts are super nice and helpful. I had the private room with bathroom and all and it was great. Lot of space. Big desk (thumbs up!, i needed to work too) and the bathroom facilities clean, modern and fresh. Will book again when i am in the city. O, and transport to Manhattan if you want, is super easy by bus or ferry and takes you like 30 minutes and costs you a couple of bucks. I love this place, the room was very clean, bright and new.. with fresh bedsheets and towels. The bathroom was just so perfect. We had a free street parking. Our stay was amazing, thanks to Kevin and Lucia.

Poor noise isolation, both from street and corridors. No complimentary water, tea or coffee (there’s a kettle though). Saw a couple roaches. The inside wasnt pleasant at all, we did get a room without a window, there was soo dark and depressing. Also got only one small and one big towel(no changing or cleaning whole week). The worst part is, that its not NYC anymore but Jersey state and you have to pay extra bus tickets even if you already have unlimited metro card. Would definatelly reccomend to choose different location. The wifi didnt work properly, took ages to browse something. Room 6 had a recurrent issue regarding the toilet, didn’t flush properly. hopefully now it’s fixed. slow internet. Hotel was in a sketchy area, room had a foul odor, bed was very uncomfortable and noisy, no heat, noisy people outside at all hours of the day, was questioned about why we needed more towels and a blow dryer. Standing Shower had no door, dirty underneath bed and bathroom cabinet. Apparently not all rooms have private bathrooms (mine did) so there’s a common bathroom in the hallway so there was a lot of movement and door slamming all night. The microwave is on the first floor in the hallway by the staircase- no bueno. No hand towel or wash cloths in bathroom in the room. They don't change bedsheets daily or towels. had a slight difficulty in checking in. Gym not working. The furniture is very awkward and kinds of old. The AC was going directly to the bed. The building itself is very old, not attractive at all, noisy and smelly. There is no elevator. There is street parking, but you must have a residence permit overnight - doesn't count as "parking available". A credit card fee was added which was not listed on the Booking website. I didn't appreciate this at all. Check-in after hours was not easy - had to communicate via app on where to find key etc. Wifi speed. None.

Low season is in May, and high season is in July.

The hotel provides air-conditioning and heating.

Comfortable bed and big shower. The room itself was quite clean and very renovated.

Several guests mentioned that the views from the rooms were spectacular. Opting for a room with a balcony facing the fountain comes highly recommended.

Some guests noted poor noise isolation from the street and corridors. If you're sensitive to noise, consider requesting a room away from the street or higher up to minimize disturbances.

While the rooms are generally clean and comfortable, some guests found issues with the availability of basic amenities such as towels and toiletries. It's advisable to check the availability of these items upon check-in and request any missing items promptly.

Guests appreciated the proximity of various dining options within walking distance. Take advantage of the nearby restaurants and bars for a convenient dining experience.

Some guests reported issues with specific room features such as a shared bathroom or lack of windows. When booking, ensure that the room type meets your preferences and needs to avoid any inconveniences.

The hotel's location offers easy access to Manhattan via bus or ferry. Guests found this convenient, but it's important to note that additional bus tickets may be required, even with an unlimited metro card.

While many guests found the rooms clean and well-maintained, some reported issues with cleanliness, including unemptied trash, hair in the bathroom, and stained bedding. It's advisable to inspect the room upon arrival and promptly request any necessary cleaning or replacements.

Some guests experienced issues with the Wi-Fi signal and TV reception. If these amenities are important to you, it's recommended to inquire about the signal strength and availability upon check-in.

If you're arriving by car, note that parking is easy and free in the area. However, it's important to check for any specific parking regulations or permits required for overnight parking.

While the hotel's location provides easy access to the city, some guests mentioned the presence of noisy residential activity nearby. Consider this aspect if you prioritize a quiet environment for your stay.