10/10 Exceptional
I had a great stay at the Lantern! I stayed in a typical King room, and overall had a really positive experience. The location is definitely the biggest plus, right on Delancey/Essex St in the Lower East Side. It’s close to multiple train lines, so getting to Midtown, Uptown, and Brooklyn was super easy.
Everything was very clean throughout the property. The room was a bit smaller than I initially expected, but that’s pretty typical for New York. We had an okay view, but really loved the large window and bench seating area.
The mini kitchen setup with hotplates was nice to have. I was a little disappointed there wasn’t a freezer, and in our room the hotplate didn’t get hot enough to boil water, so we ended up using the kettle to cook. Not a big issue overall, but something to keep in mind if you plan on cooking more often.
My favorite amenity was the 24/7 laundry room and having detergent and dryer sheets provided was a huge plus. Daily light housekeeping was also appreciated, with fresh towels and linens and the bed made each day.
Noise-wise, the walls were a bit thin. You could hear neighbors even when they weren’t being loud, and the elevator was noticeable. Being on a busy street, there’s also constant traffic and street noise, but that’s kind of just New York haha.
Overall, it was a solid stay in a great location, and I’d definitely consider staying at this Kasa again!