The hype
Guests are obsessed with the room sizes and the friendly staff, often calling it a 'hidden gem' for families.
The Box House Hotel Brooklyn
$180-350/ Nacht
Buchen Sie dieses Hotel, wenn You want a massive, apartment-style loft in Brooklyn with a kitchen and a free ride to the subway in a vintage checker cab.
Warum Gäste es lieben
- Huge loft rooms with 16-foot ceilings and real kitchens
- Free shuttle service in 1970s vintage checker cabs
- Quiet, neighborhood vibe in Greenpoint with easy access to Manhattan
Kurzfassung: A quirky, converted factory that offers incredible space and character, but you might be sharing your stay with a raucous rooftop wedding.
Bewertet von @gabrielfelixphotography: I couldn't believe the size of this place when I walked in. It felt like I was actually living in a cool Brooklyn loft, not just visiting. Having a full kitchen and a real living room changed the whole vibe of my trip.
Was Gäste, die hier übernachtet haben, sagten
Reality check
The 'rustic' charm sometimes crosses into 'worn' territory, and wedding bass can thump through the ceiling on Saturday nights.
- You need space (families, groups) and a kitchen
- You appreciate industrial-chic design over polished luxury
- You want to explore the cool, local side of Brooklyn (Greenpoint)
Sauberkeit & Instandhaltung
8.5
- Housekeeping: Generally praised as attentive and daily. Staff is responsive to requests.
- Bathroom hygiene: Bathrooms are usually spotless, though some guests note wear on grout in older units.
- Maintenance: The 'rustic' factory vibe can mask wear; look out for scuffed floors or drafty windows in winter.
- Linens & towels: Fresh and standard hotel quality; no major complaints about stains or thread count.
- Odors & scents: Neutral to fresh; no lingering smoke smells reported, thanks to the strict non-smoking policy.
Sleepability™
6.5MÄSSIG
0-4LAUT
4-7,5MÄSSIG
7,5-10STILL
- Rooftop wedding DJ/band (bass travels down)
- Nearby Pulaski Bridge traffic (some street-facing rooms)
- Internal hallway noise due to hard loft surfaces
Vor der Buchung
Gut zu wissen
- The free vintage taxi shuttle runs within a 1.5-mile radius (great for getting to the L or G trains).
- A $250 security deposit is required upon check-in.
- Breakfast is not included but available for ~$20/person.
Was Sie einpacken sollten
- Earplugs (essential for weekends)
- Walking shoes (Greenpoint is best explored on foot)
- Groceries (kitchens are well-equipped)
Zimmer-Genie
Beste Auswahl
- Duplex Loft with Terrace (huge space, private outdoor area)
- City View Duplex (stunning Manhattan skyline views)
- Rooms on lower floors if staying during a weekend (to avoid roof noise)
Zimmer, die Sie meiden sollten
- Top-floor rooms directly under the event space during weekends
- Street-facing rooms on lower levels if sensitive to bridge traffic
Zimmerwunsch-Genie – kopieren & einfügen
“I am looking forward to my stay. I am a light sleeper, so please assign me a room as far away from the rooftop event space and elevators as possible. A courtyard-facing room would be ideal.”
FAQ & Geheimtipps
Alles, was Sie vor der Buchung wirklich wissen möchten.
Is there a pool?
No, there is no pool. There is a gym and a sauna/steam room.
Is it close to the subway?
It's about a 10-15 minute walk to the Greenpoint Ave (G) or Vernon Blvd-Jackson Ave (7) stations. The hotel offers a free shuttle drop-off.
Is there parking?
No on-site parking. Street parking is available but competitive/risky. Nearby garages are recommended.
Can I bring my dog?
No, the hotel has a strict no-pets policy, allowing only ADA service animals.
Is there a restaurant on site?
Yes, the Brooklyn Lantern serves American cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Do the rooms have kitchens?
Yes, most lofts and suites feature fully equipped kitchenettes or full kitchens with dishware.
Insider-Tipps
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Use the sauna/steam room—it's often empty and a great perk.
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Walk across the Pulaski Bridge for amazing skyline views and quick access to Long Island City.
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Ask the front desk for the vintage cab schedule immediately upon arrival to plan your subway runs.
5 Dinge, die Sie wissen sollten, bevor Sie losfahren
💡The 'industrial' aesthetic means some floors are concrete and can be cold in winter—bring slippers.
💡The vintage checker cabs are cool but first-come, first-served, so have a backup plan.
💡You are right next to a working industrial zone; don't be surprised by trucks on the street.
💡The heating/AC units can be loud in some of the older loft rooms.
💡There is no elevator to the mezzanine levels inside the duplex lofts (spiral staircases only).
Lokaler Reiseführer
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