Gild Hall Has Smelly Paint, But Otherwise It's Great

Where: 15 Gold St [map], New York, ny, United States, 10038-4803

3/10/2008 at 11:17 AM
Tags: Gild Hall, Thompson Hotels, New York Hotels, Downtown Manhattan Hotels

In the financial district of New York City, Gild Hall had a soft opening last December--but our sources told us that the hotel was still mid-construction, bring a whole lot of down sides to staying there.

We thought it was time to check in on some recent reviews to see if the construction work is finally over or not, and what people are thinking of this place now that it's been open a couple of months.

For Gild Hall, the news is pretty good. Yes, construction still rates a few mentions (a mid-February guest didn't much like the temporary lobby), but the staff promise that by the time March is over, construction work will be history. One recent guest complained that the thick (fresh) paint on the walls had a much-too-strong smell, but apart from that, most people said they barely noticed the construction work.

Many recent guests have complimented Gild Hall on the friendly and helpful service, and everyone's satisfied with the furnishings too. The nearby parking is quite expensive if you arrive by car. A lot of people have been able to pick up very cheap stays here (as low as $117) but nobody expects to get these prices once the hotel is fully operational.

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