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The Macaw Guesthouse

Manhattan, New York

The Fun Awaits

Perfect for nature loversOnly 690 m to Conservatory Garden and 1.9 km to Central Park

Tourist attractions nearbyOnly 4 km to Central Park Zoo

Near shopping centersOnly 4.3 km to Barney's

Nice location! Near public transportOnly 262 m to 103 St. Station (Lexington Av.) and 530 m to 96 St. Station (Lexington Av.)

Near healthcare facilitiesOnly 3.8 km to Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center

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3.0/5

OkayFrom 20 reviews

5.0/525 Apr 2026

josh • Couple Trip

It depends on what you're looking for. If you want fancy, amenities, this isn't for you. If you're looking for an affordable alternative to stay in Manhattan that is clean, with great owners, in a quiet, safe neighborhood, and just worried about a place to lay your head for the night, then this is the place for you. Being in East Harlem, it's a 3 block walk off the 6 train (2 down and 1 over), we found several excellent places in the area to eat that were clean, with good portions, at prices cheaper than I can eat in CT. We had an excellent experience, and will be staying here again in the future

5.0/524 Apr 2026

John • Solo Trip

Host was very friendly and helpful. The room was cozy and simple, exactly what I needed for this trip, and everything seemed clean and easy to navigate. There is an excellent pizza place down the street and the building wasn't far from the subway or from buses. Had a great experience and would stay again!

5.0/515 Mar 2026

Eric • Solo Trip

It's mid-March, so didn't need it. Arthur was polite and helpful. My room was clean and comfortable. The location was fine, there were bikes and scooters avaliable for rent to do more extensive roaming.

5.0/521 Dec 2025

Anneka • Couple Trip

Super friendly hosts, very welcoming and accommodating for our needs!

5.0/522 Oct 2025

Sheldon • Couple Trip

Very attentive staff who we're always ready accomidate any needs ot answer questions. Room as advertised and very clean.

5.0/511 Oct 2025

Barbara • Solo Trip

Hola, paso por aquí a recomendar, me he alojado por 4 días aquí y para ser un hostal la atención ha sido excelente, me colocaron cerca de un baño , me sentí muy cómoda y tranquila a un precio asequible! La ubicación estaba bien,hasta he podido dejar mi maleta después del check out por un par de horas! Lo recomiendo es excelente el lugar.

5.0/528 Sep 2025

Christopher

Great place to for travelers!

5.0/526 Sep 2025

Bessie • Family Trip

I stayed at the McGaw guesthouse with my husband and seven month old baby. The goats were super accommodating, friendly, and really made our stay comfortable. I am looking forward to returning.

4.0/56 Nov 2025

Oscar • Solo Trip

Not the Waldorf Astoria and a bit pricey but NY city is expensive. The room was adequate for me and it was just a couple of blocks from the presentation I was attending...so it was convenient. The staff was nice and the house and kitchen accessible to the guests. The bed was very comfortable. Building dates back to the 1930s according to the family who owns the guesthouse so it is an older building which does show. Bring your toiletries but they do provide towels. You need to share an outside bathroom. Also it can be a bit noisy outside your window since a city train is close to the building and also they are doing construction on the block. Still I was satisfied with the convenience of staying at the guesthouse.

3.0/55 Oct 2025

Craig • Couple Trip

The location was outstanding for our needs near Central Park, and near the subway to get to our Broadway show. The service was very friendly and responsive to our needs. Our room, however, was better suited for a single traveler, and the biggest issue was a very soft mattress that neither one of us slept well on.

2.0/512 Mar 2026

Yevgeniy • Solo Trip

No A/C. Outlets are old and terrible. Bed was very uncomfortable. Poor locks, small bathrooms.

2.0/528 Sep 2025

Matthew

We knew this was a hostel-like situation, so we were not expecting a lot. However on the day of our arrival we received a message that their “ normal checking times are between 3 and 5 PM” but that we could “choose to check in after that for a small fee of $25.” They also offered to give us the WiFi password but they would not tell it to us and wanted to personally enter it on our phones. Even after doing that, the WiFi passwords were not correct and they refused to tell us what it was. That interaction was bizarre. There was a small ac unit which worked, but it was on the floor, and was rather loud and took up space. The bathroom was dirty: the toilet needed cleaning, there were dark colored stains on the walls near the toilet, the tiles needed scrubbing, and the toilet paper dispenser was held on the wall with some goo and that was falling off. The bathroom was the worst part of it all. If you’re comfortable with low cleanliness, this is fine. It was safe and the people were nice (WiFi debacle excluded). Overall 3/10

1.0/516 May 2026

Michele • Solo Trip

AWFUL. Pics out of date. Property NOT as described. Dirty and disheveled. Did not receive room I paid extra for. No water in. “Hot tub”. Hosts entered my locked room when I was gone and moved my belongings to a room without a lock. Then accused me of stealing their key when I left it in the lockbox I originally took it from upon arrival.

1.0/518 Feb 2026

Aniza

The host was kind, but the environment did not feel calm or secure during my stay. There was noticeable commotion when I arrived, and after reviewing past guest feedback, I realized this was not an isolated experience. I ended up leaving early and booking alternative accommodations. This may work for some, but it wasn’t the right fit for me, and I wouldn’t recommend it for travelers who prioritize quiet and a sense of safety.

1.0/516 Feb 2026

Eric • Couple Trip

This was the worse experience I have ever had using Expedia or any other private hosting service. NYPD had to be called to rescue us from our room after a fight between the owner and her son broke out in the living room. The police supervisor advised us that this location is a know narcotic drug spot and advised against any future stay. We left immediately and were fortunate to find other last minute accommodations.

1.0/515 Feb 2026

Michael • Couple Trip

Never received received a key lock code and no one returned my phone calls or text… we had no where to stay and all our plans were ruined… worst service and experience ever and we have travelled abroad…. Thank goodness I took the travel protection and expect a full refund… so disappointing!!!

1.0/518 Dec 2025

Lana

This house is a scam. Because it's merely uninhabitable. No heating. No glass in the window. The frame is fulled with non-transparant plastic AND a piece of cardboard fixed by ADHESIVE TAPE. Just go to NYC dot gov site and see that this property is a subject of multiple code violations. Plus - unsanitary! In fact, in the major search engine listings this property is seen as "permanently closed". Only through this service this scam continues. More details: The rate for this is $206 per night. The building where Macaw Guest House situated is inhabitable. In particular: there was no heating in the room I was given. Temperature inside the room was the same as outside, about 60F. The window was unglazed. Instead of the glass the window frame was filled with nontransparent plastic and a piece of cardboard fixed with adhesive tape. all electric outlets were extremely worn and not holding plugs, at some spots the wiring was opened. The description of the room as it appears on the Hotels dot com website is false: The bunk bed that's described as “select comfort bed” is a swaying, unstable rusty construction that makes noise and appears to be close to falling apart. No any “City View”, just a wall of the front building. That can be rather sensed than seen as the window has no glass, but covered with non-transparent plastic, cardboard and adhesive tape. Also, the bedding and the towel was not fresh smelly. The shared bathroom was rusty, with many sports of mold.

1.0/529 Oct 2025

Ellen • Couple Trip

Stayed here for 4 nights. The first 3 were ok. The 4th night was the night from hell. The host and at least one other person (partner?) were having screaming arguments - we were woken up at least 3 times during the night. We were hoping to make an early breakfast (7:00 a.m. ish) on the morning of our departure, but the screaming arguments continued so we left as quickly as possible. It's a shame because otherwise this place would be adequate, but if you can't get a decent night's sleep it's not worth it.

1.0/529 Sep 2025

Jose • Family Trip

My husband chose this because it said “boutique guest house.” It is the most minimal of hostels. It is for traveling students. It is not for anyone looking for any semblance of comfort. It is ugly, uncomfortable, loud, creepy, and inhospitable.

1.0/520 Sep 2025

Peter • Solo Trip

Avoid at all costs. I left because the behaviour of the proprietor made me feel unsafe. I endured one hour of her screaming at staff and guests, threatening to kick another guest out. Expedia needs to remove this property asap

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106 E. 101st Street, New York, New York, US

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Accommodation Rules

Check-in Procedure

Check-in3:00 PM-5:00 PM

Check-out11:00

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

There is no front desk at this property. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information. The host will greet guests on arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

About The Macaw Guesthouse

The Macaw Guesthouse Location
With a stay at The Macaw Guesthouse in New York (Manhattan), you'll be a 5-minute walk from Mount Sinai Hospital and 5 minutes by foot from Central Park. This guesthouse is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Columbia University and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from 5th Avenue.

The Macaw Guesthouse Facility and Service
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a communal living room. Additional features at this guesthouse include tour/ticket assistance and barbecue grills.

The Macaw Guesthouse Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 6 guestrooms featuring microwaves. Your Select Comfort bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains.

Room Type and Price

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 - Tue, 25 Aug 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children