Many tourists flock to Manhattan for a Big Apple vacation, and while there’s lots of the New York hustle and bustle there (Times Square, anyone?), there’s still plenty of other exciting things to do in the outer boroughs. Even more important for Cheapos, you can save big by staying in the many budget hotels outside of Manhattan.
Brooklyn, with its iconic Brooklyn Bridge and seemingly endless options for cool, laid-back food, drink and entertainment, is a great option. You’re bound to find some incredible deals on accommodation here, too, and you can still access Manhattan quickly and cheaply via the subway.
To narrow down your choices of affordable hotels in this borough, we chose some of our favorite budget hotels in Brooklyn, specifically in the popular neighborhoods of Williamsburg, Greenpoint and Downtown Brooklyn, to add to our New York guide.
So choose your hotel and read up on our New York tips to have a fun Big Apple trip like a true Cheapo.
NY Moore Hostel offers great deals and a youthful, spirited ambiance.
NY Moore Hostel
Neighborhood: Williamsburg and Greenpoint
179 Moore Street
Beds starting at $40 a night
With a spirited vibe, the NY Moore Hostel will warmly welcome you to New York and situate you just a short walk to the subway into Manhattan.
Rooms here feature playful murals and artworks as well as vibrant pops of color. The grab bag of furnishings feel a bit collegiate, but fun. You can save money and make friends by grabbing a bed or reserve a private room that sleeps up to three people.
You’ll find everything you need for a comfortable stay: free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a library, a game room. Breakfast isn’t available, but you’ll find something delicious in the neighborhood.
Book a cheapo stay at NY Moore Hostel.
The stunning Hotel Indigo is conveniently located just a half-mile from the Brooklyn Bridge.
Hotel Indigo – Brooklyn
Neighborhood: Downtown Brooklyn
229 Duffield Street
Doubles starting at $114 a night
The gorgeous three-star Hotel Indigo Brooklyn is ideally situated in Downtown Brooklyn, just a half-mile from the iconic Brooklyn Bridge.
Guestrooms are adorned in a neutral color palette and contemporary design leads the way. Add in amenities like flat-screen televisions, free Wi-Fi, coffee machines, air conditioning and toiletries, and you’ll be amazed by how affordable this hotel really is, especially in New York.
Breakfast is available at a very steep price ($30!), so we recommend heading out into the neighborhood for your morning meal instead.
Enjoy a comfortable stay at Hotel Indigo – Brooklyn.
Rooms at NU Hotel benefit from trendy decor and city views.
NU Hotel
Neighborhood: Downtown Brooklyn
85 Smith Street
Doubles starting at $129 a night
The lovely three-star NU Hotel in Downtown Brooklyn is conveniently close to the subway.
Each room features a sleek design and plenty of amenities: free Wi-Fi, flat-screen televisions, iPod docking stations, satellite radio and a 24-hour gym. Nearly every room benefits from city views, too.
The hotel also has extras like private workstations for business travelers and an on-site bar with a great tapas menu. The hotel also offers its guests free bike rentals to explore the city.
Breakfast is included in the room rate.
Whether you are traveling for business or pleasure, NU Hotel has a room for you.
Hotel Le Jolie is less than a 20-minute walk to the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Hotel Le Jolie
Neighborhood: Williamsburg & Greenpoint
235 Meeker Avenue
Doubles starting at $132 a night
The three-star Hotel Le Jolie is sweet and simple with an amazing location just a five-minute walk to the subway and a 15- to 20- minute walk to the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
The rooms are basic, with wood furnishings and a splash of color here and there. Although the decor is standard, the amenities are plentiful and include flat-screen televisions, mini-fridges, iPod docks and free Wi-Fi.
The nightly rate includes breakfast.
Stay in the reliable Hotel Le Jolie.
Aloft Hotel has an on-site restaurant, lounge and bar with incredible views of the city.
Aloft Hotel
Neighborhood: Downtown Brooklyn
216 Duffield Street
Doubles starting at $152 a night
The modern, three-star Aloft Hotel enjoys an excellent location just one mile from the Brooklyn Bridge and a 2-minute walk to the subway.
Each room sports standard hotel decor, think wood furnishings and striped accents, with NYC-themed art throughout. There are plenty of amenities in the guestrooms, such as private bathrooms, air conditioning, flat-screen televisions, coffee/tea machines and free Wi-Fi.
There are also many great features in the hotel, including a large meeting room, a pool table, a snack shop, the XYZ Bar and the on-site restaurant and lounge.
Breakfast is available for an additional $10.
Take advantage of the value rates and plentiful amenities at Aloft Hotel.
From lobby to guestroom, The Box House Hotel welcomes visitors with attractive, industrial chic decor.
The Box House Hotel
Neighborhood: Williamsburg & Greenpoint
77 Box Street
Doubles starting at $152 a night
The industrial chic, three-star Box House Hotel is tucked into a converted factory building just a short walk to the nearest subway station.
From the lounge areas to the guestrooms, the building’s history lends extra charm to the hotel. Rooms feature attractive decor and benefit from NYC views. The spotless marble bathrooms feel luxurious, and the studio hotel rooms also include full kitchens. If you can splurge, some rooms have balconies available. The hotel also has a gym, a sauna and a business center.
Breakfast is served daily for an additional $19, or you can venture into the neighborhood and stop at a cafe.
Live luxe on a budget by booking a room at the Box House Hotel.
The Tillary Hotel Brooklyn offers luxe rooms near the Brooklyn Bridge at value rates.
The Tillary Hotel Brooklyn
Neighborhood: Downtown Brooklyn
85 Flatbush Avenue
Doubles starting at $159 a night
The elegant, four-star Tillary Hotel Brooklyn, also aptly called the Dazzler, offers swanky rooms at value rates less than a mile from the Brooklyn Bridge.
From the lobby to the guestrooms, stately decor reigns king in the Tillary Hotel Brooklyn. You can enjoy views of NYC from every room, which also features kettles, flat-screen televisions and free Wi-Fi. If that isn’t enough, there is also a fitness center and spa services available.
Perhaps the most enticing part of this hotel is the indoor-outdoor beer garden. Breakfast is available for an additional fee, but you’ll save more money by hitting the neighborhood for a coffee and pastry instead.
Indulge in a sophisticated cheapo stay at the Tillary Hotel Brooklyn.
Looking for more cheap accommodations in this borough? Check out all budget hotels in Brooklyn.
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