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NU Hotel, 85 Smith Street, Brooklyn, NY -(888) 428-0221
Area: Brooklyn Downtown
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HOTEL RATING: 
VERY GOOD
4 out of 5 (698 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

Milio Thu, 12 June 2025

Superb

3

Pleasant - 3.0 out of 5

Anton Tue, 3 June 2025

Could be better

Liked: Central to restaurants and metro and the rooms were clean. Half the staff was nice, other half were not bothered.
Disliked: The beds were small, room was warm, a lot of noise of the street and construction. Breakfast was average.

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Ramesh Tue, 3 June 2025

Very good

2.5

Fair - 2.5 out of 5

Valentina Fri, 30 May 2025

Passable

Liked: Good location. Easy to reach subway from there
Disliked: Quite dated, corridors were quite dirty. It looks different from the photos. Very noisy. You could hear neighbours and noises from the street.

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Jeffrey Thu, 29 May 2025

Comfortable stay, great location in...

Liked: We came for the room with the twin beds to give my teens their own bunks. Beds were generally comfortable and space was used well in a small room. Bathroom was large, with a big shower and separate toilet room, great for a family. Daily housekeeping felt luxurious compared to most places these days. Location in downtown Brooklyn gives you easy access to subway lines to take you anywhere in Manhattan. Also around the corner from the Smith Street and Court Street business strips for easy access to restaurants and stores.
Disliked: We mostly drowned out the noise from the construction site across the street by running the fan for white noise, but the screeching of the backup alarms at the construction site were pretty bad on the last morning.Provided breakfast is really basic especially at this price. The hotel should try to reimagine it.

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Terese Thu, 22 May 2025

A very nice hotel in...

Liked: The staff were excellent and helpful. The breakfast was good and the room was comfortable.
Disliked: Our room faced a construction site that was extremely noisy starting at 6:30 AM. I wish that they had offered us a room on the quiet side of the building.

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Disappointing - 2.0 out of 5

Val Sat, 17 May 2025

Disappointing

Liked: The service desk person at my departure who was kind enough to grant me a late check out and kept my suitcases during the day. Spacious bedroom, great location. Although I didn’t make use of it, continental breakfast was included in the price.
Disliked: The price per night was higher than other much better hotels nearby. I chose one of the most expensive hotels I. The area as I wanted to ensure a stay in a nice place. The hotel interiors are of very cheap construct, the walls paint are dirty, doors etc as well. Inside the rooms you can see old air units encased with a Formica box that was chipped, the bed’s headboard was super dirty. The noise from Atlantic Ave could be heard very clearly inside the room, the noise from the corridor and above room as well. No water pressure on the shower, the tower holder fell off when I grabbed a towel. The bedsheets were very rough, rougher than IKEA’s. In general, I was very upset with myself for choosing this hotel at the price I paid for 3 nights for $1500, outrageous! The pictures at the Booking.com site do not reflect the current hotel condition.

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Dew Mon, 12 May 2025

Very good

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Soutra Wed, 7 May 2025

Exceptional

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Ib Mon, 5 May 2025

Enjoyed our stay! Will be...

Liked: Location was great-close to Atlantic and Smith St, close to Jay Street-Metro Tech and other subways. Not far to Manhattan. Staff helpful and friendly.Comfortable spacious room.Shopping and restaurants near by. Great breakfast options (necessary since the hotel's breakfast was not good).
Disliked: Beds were not good-was like I felt the springs. Pillows not great either.Water in the shower was very cold or very hot -seemed to be after 11pm until the morning. Hotel service was wonderful-asked if we'd like to change rooms which we did not. Sent someone up promptly to check on it. It seemed to work but then when we went to use the shower later in the evening -still the same problem. We didn't complain-we adapted our habits.Breakfast was terrible-all processed food including breads, nothing fresh except an orange or apple. No microwave, nothing hot. I can go on. it really was not good, not nutritious. I hope Nu does something about it.

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NU Hotel 85 Smith Street, Brooklyn, NY