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Reviews of Sanctuary NYC Retreats This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

196A Stanton Street, Lower East Side, New York, NY 10002, United States

#3 of 23 B&Bs and inns in New York

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 461 hotel reviews

8.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.0

  • Comfort

    8.9

  • Location

    8.5

  • Facilities

    8.7

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    8.8

  • Free Wifi

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: April 4, 2025

    10
    Brilliant!!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Suite with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very comfortable and spacious apartment, would recommend it. Bed exceptionally comfortable.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 3, 2025

    8.0
    Best location on the east side
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No yoga that was unfortunate, the rest was cool..

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 30, 2025

    10
    A wonderful retreat in the heart of the Lower East Side.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Queen Studio with Patio
    • Stayed 3 nights

    I loved the friendly atmosphere, the comfortable bed, and the little balcony that allowed me to have breakfast outside. Even if I didn't spend much time out there, knowing I could step outside made the room feel more open and comfortable. Plus, stepping onto the balcony helped me dress for the weather. I also loved the kitchen, which meant I could heat leftovers, make great tea, or cook some meals for myself. The staff was above and beyond friendly and helpful. And because I had an interior room, it was quiet. This was so welcome after a long day of engaging with the City. Just the respite I needed.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 29, 2025

    9.0
    Bargain friendly clean
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Studio
    • Stayed 10 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Had an excellent stay in the East village. The staff was so friendly and helpful. The value for money was amazing.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 27, 2025

    10
    I appreciated a clean friendly and roomy place to stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Noise from the street.

    Kind staff. Clean room.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 23, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Studio with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Staying here was an absolute pleasure—a little oasis in the heart of the concrete jungle. The hosts are incredibly kind and always ready to help. The room was spacious, spotless, and thoughtfully equipped with everything you need. The location is also excellent. Don’t hesitate to book your stay here!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 22, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Studio
    • Stayed 7 nights

    The air conditioning (heating at our time of the year) was indeed very noisy, but nothing that earplugs can't stop. Just think to bring earplugs! I don't think I would have slept well without earplugs.

    The room was clean and huge, it was really great. The kitchen was very useful and well equipped. It was just missing a cutting board and a peeler in my opinion (since we cooked mostly vegetables) and it would be even more perfect. The hotel was very well situated, close to the subway and a lot of restaurants or places to eat. Even some places to do groceries shopping if you plan to cook. Service was perfect, any time we had a small issue or request it was replied to very quickly and perfectly. I definitely recommend this place! Just be careful and know that the place is vegetarian if you plan to cook there :)

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 22, 2025

    10
    Loved our stay in historical lower East side !
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Studio with Patio
    • Stayed 9 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    The people at the reception . Shaun , Kaleigh and Sable are all wonderful . They are very knowledgeable , friendly and helpful . This was our third visit here and our go to place when visiting NY

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 11, 2025

    10
    Very good location and comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Some of the appliances and air conditioning/heater were making a lot of noise. The isolation between the corridor and the room is not optimal, it did not bother my husband who is a good sleeper, but I needed to sleep with my noise canceling ear plugs.

    We loved the location. The apartment was very nice and the bed was vey comfortable! Staff is super nice!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 9, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Studio with Patio
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Super Location! Lower East Side with easy (6 min) access to the subway. Delis around the corner! Room was huge. We travelled with our 11 yr old daughter - extra bed was available! All comfortable!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: February 27, 2025

    10
    Fine and will book again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Queen Studio with Patio
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Location! and space>

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 21, 2025

    10
    Amazing location, unique vibe. A gem in LES
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Studio with Patio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Heater was loud.

    Affordable, fantastic location. Friendly staff.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 20, 2025

    10
    A rare tranquil space in NYC
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Queen Studio with Patio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Comfortable and spacious and cosy!

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 17, 2025

    8.0
    Goog time!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Studio
    • Stayed 5 nights

    It’s not a major issue, but there aren’t always people at the reception. Check-in and check-out are self-service, and I would appreciate having staff available to assist. Sometimes, after a long trip, it can be challenging to navigate issues that may arise, and having someone there to help would be beneficial.

    The location is good, and the metro is just a few blocks away. There wasn't much noise or traffic at night, so we slept very well, and there was a market and restaurants nearby.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: February 17, 2025

    9.0
    Hidden gem in NYC
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Studio with Patio
    • Stayed 7 nights

    Heating was a bit loud during the night. It should be mentioned in advance that the kitchen is for vegetarian cooking only :-)

    Perfect location, clean and nice room, very pleasant staff.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 16, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Studio with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Could be more proactive with the cleaning for longer stays.

    Spacious room. Central yet calm. Friendly staff. We really enjoyed our stay. The area is diverse in a charming way- full of eateries and shops. It feels like a real neighbourhood in a big city- nice to come home to after a busy day.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 12, 2025

    10
    A perfect stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Studio with Patio
    • Stayed 11 nights

    Nothing, we had no problems.

    Our room was excellent, with a large and comfortable bed. The staff was friendly and was always ready to help with anything we needed. Everything was very clean and the kitchen had all the utensils we needed for our stay. The location is very good, close to supermarkets, pharmacies, restaurants and other places. The main subway lines there are also very helpful, since they are well connected to other lines. The walk to the subway was 5-10 minutes, so it was no problem at all. Going there from/to the airport (JFK) was also very easy.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 11, 2025

    10
    Feels like home
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Queen Studio with Patio
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Super nice and clean apartement Big shower Essentials Friendly helpful staff

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: February 9, 2025

    10
    We will go back
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Queen Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Clean. Quiet

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 3, 2025

    9.0
    Fab 👌
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Suite with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Tv is wifi and not many channels unless you subscribe to apps.

    The room is very big for Manhattan. Location is fab very quiet of an evening away from the hustle and bustle. Very good value for money.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: February 2, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great price, nice facilities/room, very nice staff, and the location was great for many restaurants and activities in the lower east side. I would highly recommend.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 2, 2025

    10
    Very nice small hotel in LES. Rooms are very spacious by NYC standards.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Studio with Patio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Clean,comfortable, spacious for NY

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 31, 2025

    9.0
    good price for the romm
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights

    the location is not the best

    the size of the room and the comfort

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: January 20, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Queen Studio with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The communication prior to arrival did not work: I received 5 requests for the same information, which I provided, but did not get the promised check-in instruction until j sent a direct e-mail. This could also be a glitch at Booking

    Location in lower east side. Very good kitchen. Space !

    Stayed in January 2025

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