The hype
The views are unbeatable and the design is striking, but the service often feels cold and transactional.
The William Vale
$300-550/ noapte
Rezervă dacă You want the most Instagrammable balcony in Brooklyn and don't mind paying extra for every single perk.
De ce o iubesc oamenii
- Every single room has a private balcony with floor-to-ceiling views
- Westlight rooftop bar offers arguably the best skyline views in NYC
- The 60-foot outdoor pool is the longest of its kind in the city
Privire rapidă: A stunning glass tower that charges five-star prices for a three-star service experience wrapped in a very sexy package.
Evaluat de @amandasparkles: I was blown away by the private balcony at The William Vale. Waking up to that Manhattan skyline view is an experience I'll never forget. The room felt like a modern sanctuary, and the location in Williamsburg is perfect for finding cool cafes and shops.
Oaspeții care au stat aici au spus
Reality check
You will likely wait a long time for the elevators, which are known to rattle, shake, and struggle with the weekend crowds heading to the rooftop bar.
- You prioritize aesthetics and photo ops over quiet sleep
- You want a resort-style pool scene without leaving the city
- You plan to spend your nights partying in Williamsburg
Curățenie și Întreținere
7.3
- Housekeeping: Inconsistent. Some guests report spotless rooms, others find dust and missed trash.
- Bathroom hygiene: Generally okay, but reports of slow drains and leaky ceilings exist.
- Maintenance: Showing wear. Elevators are shaky, and carpets in some rooms are stained.
- Linens & towels: Standard luxury quality, usually fresh but check for wear.
- Odors & scents: Lobby smells good (Le Labo vibes), but hallways can smell like party aftermath.
Sleepability™
5MODERAT
0-4ZGOMOTOS
4-7.5MODERAT
7.5-10LINIȘTIT
- Bass thumping from Westlight rooftop bar (upper floors)
- Street noise and plaza crowds (lower floors)
- Thin walls between connecting rooms
Înainte să rezervi
Bine de știut
- Pool reservations are mandatory even for guests (3-hour slots)
- Valet parking is expensive ($55/night) and can be slow
- There is a 'Sensible Weather Guarantee' that reimburses you for rain (check terms)
Ce să împachezi
- Earplugs (essential for weekend stays)
- Swimsuit (for the pool or winter hot tubs)
- Patience for the elevators
Geniu pentru Cameră
Selecții de top
- Gotham Corner Suite (panoramic views, dual exposure)
- Floors 10-15 (sweet spot between street noise and rooftop bass)
Camere de evitat
- Rooms near the elevators (high traffic/noise)
- Lower floors facing the plaza (crowd noise)
- Top floors directly under the rooftop bar (vibration/music)
Geniu pentru Cereri de Cameră – copiază și lipește
“I would love a room on a mid-to-high floor (ideally 12-15) facing Manhattan, specifically away from the service elevator and not directly under the Westlight venue to minimize noise.”
Întrebări frecvente și sfaturi ascunse
Tot ceea ce vrei de fapt să știi înainte de a rezerva.
Is the pool free for guests?
Technically yes, but it's limited to a 3-hour reserved slot per day. Premium seating like cabanas costs extra.
Does the hotel have a resort fee?
Yes, approximately $51.64 per night, covering pool access, gym, and Wi-Fi.
Is it pet friendly?
Yes, dogs are welcome for a fee of $50 per pet, per stay (limit 2 dogs).
Can I go to the rooftop bar without a reservation?
It's risky. Westlight is incredibly popular; guests have priority elevator access but should still book ahead.
What is the 'Vale Garden Residence'?
The top-tier duplex suite with a 1,632 sq. ft. terrace and outdoor Jacuzzi, costing upwards of $5,000/night.
Is there a spa?
Not a traditional full-service spa, but they offer outdoor barrel saunas and hot tubs seasonally as paid add-ons.
Sfaturi de Insider
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The 4th-floor terrace (Vale Park) is a quieter alternative to the pool deck for lounging.
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Ask for the 'Secret Schmear' on the Westlight burger—it's a mushroom blend not listed on the menu.
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Guests get to skip the massive line for the Westlight elevator—flash your key card.
5 lucruri pe care trebuie să le știi înainte să pleci
💡The elevators are a known choke point; they are slow, rattle, and often packed with non-guest bar patrons.
💡Housekeeping can be inconsistent; reports of missed spots and 'gross stains' on carpets are not uncommon.
💡The 'balcony' in standard rooms is narrow—barely enough room to sit, mostly for standing and looking.
💡You might get hit with a 'destination fee' that feels redundant given the high room rate.
💡The bathroom sinks in some rooms have drainage issues reported by multiple guests.
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