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The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side

4.0 star property

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A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a chair, and a small table.
A restaurant with a modern interior, featuring wooden booths and tables, and a bar area with a variety of bottles.
Exterior detail
A rooftop bar with a city skyline view, featuring modern furniture and a glass ceiling.
A bar area with wooden stools, a bar counter, and a large mirror.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar

Explore the area

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139 Orchard Street, New York, NY, 10002
  • Place, Lower East Side Tenement Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bowery Ballroom
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, New York University
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Corner Double

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

Corner Double

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the city through floor-to-ceiling windows, and a city skyline in the background.

Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard King

A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the city through large windows, and a wooden headboard.

Standard King

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe King

A hotel room with a large bed, a small table with a chair, a suitcase, and a view of the city through large windows.

Deluxe King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Balcony King

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with a city view.

Balcony King

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Corner King

A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the city through floor-to-ceiling windows, and a city skyline in the background.

Premium Corner King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for High Floor City View King

A modern hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, and two wall-mounted lamps.

High Floor City View King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of the city through the window.

Grand Terrace Room

  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side

This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, 2 bars/lounges, and a 24-hour fitness center. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, coffee/tea in a common area, and a 24-hour front desk.
The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side offers 98 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.
During your stay at The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side, you'll be within walking distance of New York University. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus 2 bars and a restaurant.
  • Free WiFi (speed: 50+ Mbps)
  • Drinking and dining options include a coffee shop, a restaurant, and 2 bars/lounges
  • Amenities include an elevator, coffee/tea in a common area, and a water dispenser
  • Onsite recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • 14 minutes by foot from New York University and a 4-minute drive from 5th Avenue
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side also features a 24-hour fitness center, coffee/tea in a common area, and an elevator.

This 4-star New York hotel is smoke free.

The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Lift
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom

More

  • 17 floors
  • Built in 2025
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge
  • Paper towels

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 200 per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 30.00 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

The Merchant Hotel Lower East Side Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 383 out of 528 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 75 out of 528 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 528 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 528 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 528 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly, super clean room and the location in the city is perfect! Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Helaina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A truly gorgeous hotel in a great area. The views were spectacular, will definitely be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying here. Great locatjon
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was nice clean and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay and the staff was extremely helpful and kind. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, contemporary boutique hotel with nice views, great Resto/bar/cafe. Best bang for your buck in the area! Front desk staff were super helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend! Easy in and out location and great digital check in option! Great staff and clean property!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shyla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was fairly clean (for an NYC hotel). Staff was great & the rooftop bar was the BEST view we saw in all of NYC!!! Awesome location for food & nightlife.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great views, very clean and spacious room and nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kenya

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room| Nice location| Staff were nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and bathroom! Nice location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Simran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing hotel, great rooms and courteous staff!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel and room. Also the best customer service.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Destiny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful clean hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, very clean room, great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness
enjoyed it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, nice city view and great front desk attention
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Otiki

I love it a clean room nice staff and good condition
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Marvelous I really enjoyed my stay I highly recommend
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

MaryBeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great space in hotel room and vibe.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel! We loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room with a great view of the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for the price!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was beautiful and clean, and spacious for NY.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026