Li-Hsuan H.
Yelp
It is a contemporary style hotel, I will give them this credit being stylish and artistic. I really enjoy their design and how refreshing this space makes you feel!
Unfortunately though, I'm not positive I'd choose to stay here again. Here are my reasons:
The room is very dark without decent lighting, plus one of the lights by the beds didn't work. The staff came and fixed it but it didn't add much since it's dark out and they only had weaker light bulb available at the time so it didn't improve much. The staff was very thoughtful to bring in another standing light, which is very nice. The floor is not traditional with carpet, which is not a problem. But their floor is dusty and you wouldn't feel comfortable walking on it, which for me is a big no! If they offer slippers, maybe, but I didn't see any. Some reviews complain about there's no coffee machine, I agree. As a 4.5 star rating hotel, what they offer is questionable.
The bathroom is splitting into three space- shower, sink, toilet. The shower corner doesn't have door to fully close, so the floor is wet when you step out. Not okay. Their sink is very small and there is barely any space for you to put your personal belongings. It doesn't seem to be problematic until I actually use it. Actually there's no space for you to put your cosmetic bags and clothes; and the light above sink didn't work either. At that point, I just felt tiring to call again.
Location - well some might argue the subway station is about 10 minutes away. It's true. 10 minutes isn't horrible. But the location of the hotel isn't at the safest looking area of Long Island City, so it's very spooky to walk back at night from the trains. As sightseeing in NYC, it's rare to go back to hotel before dark. In Long Island City, Aloft and LIC hotel are in a much better, safer, and convenient area than Boro.
Unfortunately I couldn't give any higher rating than a three star. I'm glad lots of people like their experiences and that was why I chose here; but I wouldn't recommend to friends who will travel to NYC.