If the concept that a hotel room is intended for a short, comfortable stay in clean, safe, but unadorned surroundings is acceptable, New York has several low-priced facilities available. They are sometimes labeled as posadas or hostels.

These so-called ‘budget’ hotels offer basic services such as concierge, air conditioning, TV, non-smoking rooms, in-room alarm clock, hair dryer, laundry, iron and ironing board, safe, shared bathrooms, and paid parking. Some have maid service, room service and even

disabled facilities. Many may not have restaurants at home, but there are always restaurants nearby.

For example, the SoHotel located on Broome Street is one of the oldest hotels in the city. Rooms start at $93 a night and are located downtown in the heart of Little Italy and China Town. There are few amenities, but each room has its own bathroom. Art galleries, museums, theaters, shops, theaters, nightclubs and trendy restaurants surround the area.

The Union Square Inn is also a gem for those looking for a place to stay in the city. This East Village Inn offers 46 spacious, clean and simply furnished guest rooms and is located at 209 E. 14th Street. This boutique hotel has private rooms with air conditioning, cable television, telephone, Internet access and complimentary continental breakfast. There is also a fabulous European-style coffee shop on the premises. Rooms are available as private single, double queen and deluxe.

The Chelsea Savoy Hotel is another great find located at 204 W 23rd Street in Manhattan. Rooms start at $99 and Chelsea Savoy Hotel. The rooms are traditionally equipped with telephones, televisions, safes and air conditioning. There is also a free newspaper, refrigerator and iron in each room. Pets are allowed and complimentary coffee is served.