Tru by Hilton Brooklyn Hotel Review

Brooklyn, NY

economy Hotel

Oct 1, 2024

1 King Bed W/walk in Shower

3.47

Fair

Hotel rating breakdown

Value

WiFi

2.5

Cleanliness

Bed Comfort

3.5

Pool (not rated)

Location

Gym

Service

Room Amenities (TV, Fridge etc.)

Bottom Line

What we loved

Value: $200-night hotel close to Barclay's Center, booked last minute.
Friendly staff: Miracle at the front desk was very personable. We checked in via the app however our digital key was not working & had to get physical keys when we arrived.
Amenities: The hotel basement has a 24-hour workspace/game room, which also houses the small gym & offers complimentary coffee & tea.
Nearby shops: There are plenty of restaurants & shops nearby, notable Starbucks is a block away.
Comfortable bed

What we did not like

Blackout curtains let in some light.
The room is small (~200 sq feet) & would be hard to maneuver with large checked suitcases & more than 2 adults.
You can hear hallway chatter & door closures.
The shower took a long time to heat up, we had to leave it running for a few minutes. It might be an issue during the winter months.
Slow Internet speed (8 mbps)

Verdict

We needed a hotel within walking distance of Barclay's & after initially booking a stay at the nearby TownePlace Suites, we saw the Tru was on the same block & for $200 less during our trip, so we switched. We've stayed at a Tru before & know they are a bare-bones Hilton brand which was perfect for our 2-night stay.