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The Collective Paper FactoryvsSafestay York - Micklegate
Both hotels are recommended by writers. Overall, The Paper Factory Hotel scores marginally higher than Safestay York. The Paper Factory Hotel is ranked #9 in York with positive reviews from 7 publications like Jetsetter, Frommer's and The Telegraph.
The Collective Paper Factory
Frommer's
Fodor's
Oyster
Gayot
Jetsetter
The Telegraph Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Independent
37-06 36th Street, Long Island City, NY 11101
From $69/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
- Fitness Center
Frommer's "Opened in 2014 in a (you guessed it) converted paper factory, rooms here look like film sets—an illusion enhanced by the use of actual movie lights (massive round ones) as lamps." Full review
Fodor's "Space, style, access to intriguing local neighborhoods, and seriously good value—this paper factory turned chic hotel provides many reasons to stay in Queens." Full review
OysterMid-Range
"Located in Astoria's trendy Kaufman Art District in Queens, this hip mid-range hotel occupies a former 100-year-old paper factory and retains many industrial accents and unique vintage details." Full review
Gayot "A Long Island City landmark turns over a new page as a modern boutique hotel."
Jetsetter "Budget-friendly digs recycled out of a 100-year-old Queens factory with a funky globetrotting restaurant." Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"Loft-like rooms, ample events space, and a popular New American restaurant add to the appeal." Full review
Frommer's "Many rooms here look like film sets, an illusion enhanced by the use of actual movie lights (massive round ones) as lamps. The ceilings are soaring, the furnishings quirky and fun" Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"In the buzzing, arts-loving neighborhood of Long Island City, you'll find this whimsical gem. It's set in a former paper factory and warehouse." Full review
Independent "Exposed pipes and “Instagrammable moments” give off decidedly Brooklyn vibes, but this borough-on-the-up has its own charms, and offers more affordable rates to boot. "
Safestay York - Micklegate
Rough Guide Lonely Planet The Telegraph
88 - 90 Mickelgate, York YO1 6JX
From $14/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Smoking Rooms
- Multilingual
Rough Guide "In a handsome 1752 building in the centre of the city, with many impressive features."
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"A large and well-equipped boutique hostel that is popular with school groups and stag and hen parties – don't come here looking for peace and quiet!" Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"For the cost, this bright, buzzing, brilliant, neon-splashed reinvention of the hostel — housed in a historic Georgian building close to the city walls — is a hard-to-beat budget option." Full review
