Hotel Snapshot
If one word sums up Moxy’s New York outposts, it’s playful—and nowhere more so than at Moxy East Village, planted squarely in Manhattan’s most rebellious neighborhood. I lived just a few blocks away for three years, and walking back into this part of the city felt like slipping into an old leather jacket: a little gritty, a little cool, and full of stories. The hotel captures that spirit—design-savvy, affordable, and nightlife-ready—so you can work by day, party after dark, and feel plugged into the neighborhood’s creative pulse
Design & Character
Rockwell Group designed the 13-story hotel as a “vertical timeline” of East Village history—from immigrant roots to CBGB punk to the scene today. Expect graffiti-striped carpets, vintage concert posters, and raw concrete layered with neon and wood. Check-in happens at repurposed desks under shredded-poster tapestries, while the lobby’s Alphabet Bar Cafe feels like an East Villager’s living room: swing chairs, VHS tapes, and a backyard terrace with tumbling greenery. It’s gritty-meets-fun, true to the neighborhood’s DNA.
The Rooms
Expect smaller, New York City–sized rooms that escape feeling cramped, thanks to the Moxy’s oh-so-clever blueprints. Canopy beds double as storage hubs with built-in lighting, drawers, and TVs. Bathrooms are separated by glass walls printed with NYC graffiti and landmarks; sinks sit outside the shower to make mornings easier. Ask for a vinyl turntable and curated LPs from local record shop Academy Records—a small but kitschy Moxy touch that amps up the stay.
Food & Drink
If there’s a single reason to book a table while staying at the Moxy East Village, it’s Cathédrale. Down a staircase that feels equal parts fire escape and secret passage, you enter a soaring dining room crowned by Fillmore—artist Edoardo Tresoldi’s ghostly wire-mesh dome paying tribute to the legendary Fillmore East concert hall. Concrete walls layered with neon signs and vintage concert posters nod to the neighborhood’s rock-and-roll past, while a moody central bar anchors the room.
One floor below, Little Sister is one of NYC’s hardest doors. I spent plenty of my early-twenties nights hoping to get past its stoic fur-coated doorman (and yes, I did, but not without a wait). Inside, it’s plush velvet, candlelight, and a clientele that makes you feel like you’re with the in-crowd.
By day, Alphabet Café keeps the vibe casual with pastries and specialty coffee, while The Ready Rooftop with its bright, colorful, retractable glass roof, transforms from a laid-back afternoon spot to a party-ready rooftop hangout by night.
The Amenities
Moxy East Village works well for both play and productivity. The lobby doubles as a co-working hub with modular tables and outlets galore. Free Wi-Fi is (actually) fast. There’s a 24-hour fitness center, mobile check-in, and yes—priority access to The Ready and Little Sister for guests, a lifesaver when the lines wrap down the block.
Location & Neighborhood Recs
The hotel sits at 112 East 11th Street, steps from Webster Hall and a quick walk to Union Square. Skip the cliché tourist stops and do East Village right: browse books at The Strand, sip natural wine at Ruffian, shop at Still House, and grab a slice at Luzzo’s. You’re also close to Lower East Side nightlife and an easy walk to NoHo and Greenwich Village.
Fast Facts
Location: East Village, New York City
Vibe: Quintessential East Village edge
Rating: 3-Star
Room Count: 286
Pricing: Rooms start at ~$250 per night.
Our Favorite Thing About the Hotel: The blend of playful design and true East Village grit—plus easy access to one of NYC’s most exclusive underground clubs, Little Sister.
Dining: Cathédrale (French-Mediterranean), Alphabet Bar & Café, The Ready Rooftop, Little Sister lounge
Amenities: Co-working lobby, 24-hour gym, fast Wi-Fi, mobile check-in, rooftop bar, priority club access
Nearby Attractions: Webster Hall, Union Square, The Strand, NYU, Lower East Side nightlife
Airport: LaGuardia (LGA) ~25 min; JFK ~45 min; Newark (EWR) ~45–60 min
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