If you were to believe many older reviews of the Hotel Mela, you would be put off wanting to stay there- this nearly happened to me. I was gutted once my booking had been confirmed as just after I had booked a week there I read things that completely scared me e.g. the size of the rooms, lift size, views... more

First time to NYC and had a fabulous time. Hotel Mela was a great place. Rooms are small, but you have everything you need. Most important the rooms were very clean. The staff were very freindly and helpful - always willing to help at anytime no matter how late it was. We will be definately be returning to Hotel Mela... more

Great Location! Amazing Hotel! Superb Service! Great Value! Definately will be staying there on future visits! Wouldn't stay anywhere but Hotel Mela!!! more

Confused by the various websites and guidebook recommendations I asked a friend if they would recommend the place they stayed at in NY recently (March). He did and since the price seemed not too unreasonable given the location I booked online through the website. There were a few complications with our arrival and so I rang the hotel to ask... more

The hotel was excellent - the room is new and very clean. Small, but nice. The staff from the front desk down to the cleaning staff are very friendly and quick to help. They booked us a restaurant one night which was fabulous. I would have no problem recommending this hotel to anyone. more

I travel to New York on business and this was my second stay at the Mela. When I called them, I told them that my room the first time was very small and almost felt claustrophobic. They promised to give me a bigger room this time. When I arrived, they gave me a suite to make up for the first... more

This is a great location if you want to be close to Times Square and Broadway without being right in the middle of the noise & crowds. Everything is within walking distance. Plenty of restaurants, shopping and shows nearby. Rooms were much smaller than we were used to, but it was basically a place to just rest our head at... more

From making the reservation to checkout, my experience with the Hotel Mela was excellent. I don't think I've ever been treated so politely and thanked as much as the staff did. The room was nice and modern, and if you travel to the city often, you know what you are getting size-wise. The room is very bright and cheerful and... more

Hotel Mela was a pleasant surprise on my latest trip to NYC. Nestled in the heart of Manhattan and only a stones throw from Times Square, Hotel Mela provided easy access to my Manhattan accounts. Most were within walking distance or a very short cab ride. The accommodations at Hotel Mela were first class. The decor was trendy, the bed... more