Washington Square, surrounded by NYU, divides the Villages. On one side, Greenwich and West villages lure writers and artists with its bohemian ethos, best experienced at a coffeehouse or jazz bar. The other side—the ethnically mixed East Village—is known for live music. For its string of nightclubs, Chelsea’s West 27th Street is known as Club Row. Chelsea is also the city’s main gay neighborhood.

If you're seeking affordable lodging with unpretentious style and a sought-after location, the GEM Hotel - Chelsea might be the perfect base for your trip to Manhattan. This intimate boutique hotel offers just 81 comfortable rooms, modern amenities, and--best of all--a central location in the hip, tree-lined Chelsea neighborhood. Chelsea is packed with places to see and be seen. Within just a few blocks of the GEM, you can peruse galleries, shop, bar-hop, and sample cuisine; the hotel's complimentary GEMwalk iPod walking tours can help you start exploring. About a third-mile west, High Line Park offers incredible city and Hudson River views. Formerly an elevated railroad track, this unique park is lined with rotating art exhibits, and connects the Meatpacking District, West Chelsea, and Midtown West. Two subway stops are within a 5-minute walk of the GEM, making it easy to get to Madison Square Garden, Greenwich Village, the Empire State Building, and Times Square, all within 2 miles.

Stop by the GEM's concierge desk for tips on where to go for dinner. And while you're in the lobby, be sure to check out the GEMmine chalkboard, with more recommended neighborhood hotspots. Or you can do a little independent research with complimentary hotel-wide wireless Internet access. Need to get in some work or a workout on your own schedule? The GEM's business center and fitness center are both open 24 hours. And you can breathe easy: The hotel is entirely non-smoking, and pets are not allowed.

Modern Hotel Rooms at the GEM Hotel - Chelsea are modest in size but generous in comfort. Each features a cushy bed with pillowtop mattress and down pillows. Set up your laptop at the desk, or snuggle into the provided bathrobe and watch cable on the flat-screen TV. Other thoughtful touches include iPod docks, Gilchrist & Soames toiletries, and complimentary bottled water. Turndown service is provided daily.

Break a sweat in the GEM's 24-hour fitness center, offering cardio and Pilates equipment, as well as free weights.

Or get outside and take a walk in High Line Park, less than a 10-minute walk away. This unique stretch of green space offers some great city and river views, as well as rotating art installations.

**These amenities may be available only in some rooms or units. Some amenities may incur additional fees.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at Check-In for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon Check-In and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, Check-In, or Check-Out.

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required at Check-In for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon Check-In and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.