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NU Hotel, 85 Smith Street, Brooklyn, NY -(888) 406-7656
Area: Brooklyn Downtown
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HOTEL RATING: 
VERY GOOD
4 out of 5 (683 Ratings)
0.8 miles Barclays Center
v6 mins driving
t18 mins walking
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The Spotlight on NU Hotel

Stylish, Urban Comfort in the Heart of Brooklyn

NU Hotel brings a cool, modern vibe to Brooklyn’s BoCoCa neighborhood. Just steps from the subway and less than a mile from major venues like Barclays Center, this boutique hotel blends minimalist design with local flair. With free WiFi, a 24-hour gym, and sleek rooms featuring 32-inch flat-screen TVs and satellite music systems, it’s a smart and stylish base for concert-goers exploring NYC.

Why Concert-goers love it

Location is key, and NU Hotel delivers — it’s within walking distance of Barclays Center and just 1585 feet from the nearest subway station, making late-night rides back from Manhattan venues a breeze. The hotel’s flexible check-out time of 12:00 PM is perfect for sleeping in after a long night, and the 24-hour gym is ideal for early risers or post-show workouts. While the hotel is in a lively neighborhood, guests report rooms are quiet enough for a solid night’s rest.

Who this Hotel is great for

  • Groups of friends looking for a sleek, central spot with easy venue access
  • Solo travelers catching a once-in-a-lifetime performance
  • Couples planning a weekend of music and Brooklyn vibes
  • Fans needing a quieter recovery space after a loud night
  • Budget-conscious music lovers wanting value without sacrificing style

Food and Drink Options

The NU Bar serves a daily continental breakfast — a lifesaver after a late night. In the evening, it switches to a tapas menu and full-service bar, perfect for pre-show snacks or nightcaps. While there’s no official 24/7 room service, the neighborhood is packed with walkable dining options, from pizza joints to trendy bistros open late.

Nightlife Options

While NU Hotel doesn’t host live music on-site, it's surrounded by Brooklyn nightlife. Bars, lounges, and live music spots are all within walking distance. The in-house bar is cozy and casual, often featuring local craft drinks — ideal for winding down after a show.

What People Say

Guests love the hotel’s clean, spacious rooms, stylish décor, and excellent location. Travelers frequently mention the friendly, helpful staff and how easy it is to get around the city from here. Free bike rentals are a hit with those wanting to explore Brooklyn during the day.

Areas for Improvement

Some visitors note that the continental breakfast is light and may not suit those looking for a hot meal. A few reviewers mentioned street noise in rooms facing Smith Street, so light sleepers might prefer interior rooms.

The Bottom Line

NU Hotel is a stylish, well-located Brooklyn stay that makes concert nights easy, fun, and comfortable for music fans of all kinds.
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Free Internet
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Free Breakfast
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Fitness Center
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Business Center
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Non Smoking
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Pets Allowed
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Accessible
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Free Parking
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Swimming Pool
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Airport Shuttle
Other Amenities
` Free Breakfast
` Meeting/Banquet Facilities
` Room Service
` Safety Deposit Box
` Air Conditioning
` Babysitting/Child Services
` Bar
` 24-Hour Front Desk
` Express Check-In/Check-Out
` Elevator
` Hair dryer
` Bathtub
` Coffee/tea maker
` Heating
` On-site parking
` mini bar
` seating area
` vending machine
` telephone
` alarm clock
` kitchenware
` clothes dryer
` Concierge services
` Doorman
` Family Rooms
` Free Wi-Fi
` Kitchen
` Radio
` Restaurant(s)
` Closet
` Daily Housekeeping
` English
` Spanish
` Non-Smoking Rooms Available
` Parking Available
` gift/souvenir shop
` Linens
` Air Purifier
` Wooden/Parqueted Flooring
` Smoke alarms
` Fire extinguishers
` Bicycle parking
` Guests can opt-out of daily cleaning service
` Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
` Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
` First aid kit available
` Cashless payment available
` Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
` Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
` Access to health care professionals
` Hygiene certification
` Sterilizing equipment
` Staff trained in safety protocol
` Temperature check for guests and staff
` Free face masks
` Ticket services
` Contactless check-in/out
` Food delivery
` Audible alarm
` balcony/terrace
` Car rental available
` CCTV security in common areas
` Daily disinfection
` Facilities for disabled guests available
` Fitness center
` Ironing amenities
` Laundry services
` Luggage storage & lockers
` Non-smoking property
` Room towels provided
` Safety chain and/or latch on doors available
` Separate shower/bathtub
` Toiletries provided
` Tour services
` TV & Movies/Shows
` Wake up call
` Physical/social distancing guidelines
` Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas
` Individually-wrapped food options
` Air conditioning in public area
` Heating in public area
` Trash cans
` Window
` Walk-in shower
` Desk/workspace available
` Professional cleaning services
` Cleaning products available
` Pets allowed (charges may apply)
` Bicycle rental (charges may apply)
` Parking available (charges may apply)
` Xerox/fax in business center

NU Hotel Guest Reviews

Overall Average Score: 
Very Good (4 out of 5)

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Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Kari, Gardner, visiting Barclays Center

Rooms were clean and loved the no carpet. Tried twice to have breakfast but the area was so packed with people there was no room to wait or navigate.

Liked: Clean rooms.
Disliked: Breakfast area small and hard to move around.

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Karsten Thu, 21 August 2025

Superb

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Anonymous Tue, 19 August 2025

Superb

Liked: It was nice

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Karsten Sun, 17 August 2025

Superb

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Annette Thu, 14 August 2025

Good hotel in nice location

Liked: Close to downtown Brooklyn in a good location. Rooms were clean and comfortable. We knew there would be noise for construction and asked for a room in the back. It was quiet and we got a good night’s sleep.
Disliked: Breakfast was very meager.

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Gregory Mon, 11 August 2025

Staff were great, room was...

Liked: Super convenient to my destination, good parking garage next door
Disliked: Expensive

3

Pleasant - 3.0 out of 5

Belnikoff Sat, 9 August 2025

Average hotel in a decent...

Liked: It's quite a hip place. Doesn't feel like a large hotel even though it has a lot of rooms. Rooms were ok. Location is very good for Brooklyn, Manhatten and Long Island.
Disliked: There is a jail being built opposite the front of the hotel. The builders are allowed to make noise from 7am. And they did. I was woken up most days because of this. Perhaps they are in a particularly noisy phase of the build but really not ideal.Breakfast was very random every day. Sometimes there was bread, sometimes not, sometimes several cereals, sometimes not, sometimes plates and knives, sometimes not, sometimes fresh fruit, sometimes prepackaged pots of fruit. It really wasn't the best. If you wanted a knife or a plate you had to ask as they were rarely aware of this (even though the breakfast room was tiny and staff were often just stood there).Vegan options very limited (fruit and bagels, but nothing labelled and staff unaware). Gluten free non existent (except fruit) although if you do ask they will buy some stuff for the following day. I tried contacting the hotel several times before arrival and never got a response.

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Michael Wed, 6 August 2025

Very good

2.5

Fair - 2.5 out of 5

Maria Tue, 5 August 2025

Passable

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Maria Fri, 1 August 2025

We’ll be back

Liked: Great location. Nice spacious rooms

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Kat Thu, 31 July 2025

Exceptional

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NU Hotel 85 Smith Street, Brooklyn, NY