Stay in Greenpoint if you want a quiet, walkable Brooklyn neighborhood with good food, a short G train or ferry ride to the rest of the city, and fewer crowds than Williamsburg next door. Franklin Guesthouse sits at 214 Franklin Street, in the middle of the neighborhood's main restaurant strip, with 30 loft suites, most with their own kitchen, and MADRE, a MICHELIN Guide restaurant, downstairs.
Key facts:
- Franklin Guesthouse: 214 Franklin Street, Brooklyn, NY 11222, front desk open 24 hours, 718.383.3900
- 30 apartment-style loft suites in three types, sleeping two to four guests
- Kitchens with a dishwasher, microwave, pots, pans and dishes in every suite type
- About a two-minute walk to the Greenpoint Avenue G train and the NYC Ferry landing at 10 India Street
- Fitness center, sauna and steam shower, self-serve laundry
- Check-in 3 PM, check-out 11 AM, minimum age 18
What is Greenpoint like to stay in?
Greenpoint is Brooklyn's northernmost neighborhood, a low-rise mix of brick row houses, Polish bakeries, new restaurants and waterfront parks. It feels residential in a way most hotel neighborhoods in New York do not. Franklin Street and Manhattan Avenue carry most of the restaurants, cafés and bars, and both are a short walk from every block in the neighborhood.
The trade-off is that there are no big attractions here. You come to Greenpoint to sleep well, eat well and live like a local for a few days, then ride into Manhattan or across Brooklyn for the sights.
How do you get from Greenpoint to Manhattan?
Take the ferry or the G train, both about two minutes from the hotel. The NYC Ferry East River route leaves from 10 India Street and stops at East 34th Street, DUMBO and Wall Street/Pier 11, with views of the skyline the whole way. The G train from Greenpoint Avenue connects to the L, the 7, the E and M and other lines for Midtown and Lower Manhattan.
Citi Bike docks are spread across the neighborhood, and the bike lanes over the Pulaski Bridge put you in Long Island City in a few minutes. Ask the front desk for the fastest route to wherever you are headed that day. Read our full guide on getting from Greenpoint to Manhattan.
Which room should you book?
It depends on how many people are traveling and how long you are staying.
| Room | Beds | Sleeps | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio Deluxe | 1 queen | 2 | Couples and solo travelers |
| Deluxe Loft Suite | 1 king, 1 sofa bed | 4 | Families, friends, longer stays |
| Deluxe Loft Suite with Patio | 1 queen, 1 sofa bed | 4 | Guests who want private outdoor space |
Every suite has 13-foot original timber and tin ceilings, hardwood floors, commissioned art and a kitchen with a dishwasher. Most have Italian marble bathrooms with rainfall showers. See all three on the accommodations page.
Where should you eat near the hotel?
Start downstairs. MADRE serves dinner Wednesday through Saturday and brunch on weekends, and reservations go through Resy. Our dining page has the current hours.
For coffee, our front desk sends guests to MOKAFÉ for Yemeni coffee and Adeni chai. Stella's Juice Box on Manhattan Avenue delivers wine and spirits in the neighborhood (21+). The full list of front desk picks is on our concierge page.
Is Greenpoint a good base for a longer stay?
Yes, and the kitchens are the reason. Cooking a few meals in your suite, doing laundry downstairs and coming home to a quiet street makes a week or a month in New York far easier than a standard hotel room. Read more about extended stays at the Franklin.
Frequently asked questions
Is Greenpoint safe for tourists? Greenpoint is a residential neighborhood with busy restaurant streets and steady foot traffic into the evening. As in any part of New York, use normal city sense at night, and our front desk is staffed 24 hours if you need anything.
How far is Greenpoint from Manhattan? Midtown is across the East River. The NYC Ferry from 10 India Street reaches East 34th Street directly, and the G train connects to Manhattan-bound lines within a few stops.
Does Franklin Guesthouse have parking? No. There is free street parking in the neighborhood, but watch the alternate side parking rules on weekdays.
Can I bring my dog? No. Franklin Guesthouse is not pet friendly. Service animals are welcome as required by law.
Book your stay in Greenpoint
Franklin Guesthouse puts you on Franklin Street with a kitchen in your suite, MADRE downstairs and the ferry two minutes away. Check availability for the best rate when you book direct.
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