Editorial take
Who should book Penny Williamsburg?
If this is your first New York trip, shortlist Penny Williamsburg for a practical reason: Longer stays, self-catering, couples, quieter Williamsburg. The name, star rating and lobby photos matter, but the real test is whether the location helps your days feel easier.
It is less compelling if you want a rooftop scene or a waterfront view. Before booking from the UK, compare the final price after taxes and property fees, check the exact room setup and make sure your airport arrival route is not needlessly awkward.
Location and map
Where is Penny Williamsburg?
North 8th Street is a residential Williamsburg block a few minutes from Bedford Avenue, quieter than the waterfront hotels but just as walkable.
Nearby
Bedford Avenue, McCarren Park, Domino Park, the East River waterfront and Brooklyn Brewery.
Closest subway
Bedford Av on the L
Hotel facts
What to know before booking.
First-timer context
Why Penny Williamsburg might feel special.
What it is known for
- Rooms include kitchenettes, which makes it one of the more practical Williamsburg options for a longer stay.
- The hotel runs an in-house art gallery, and rooms carry a curated selection of artworks and art books rather than generic prints.
- elNico, the ground-floor Mexican restaurant, serves through the day from breakfast to dinner.
New York moments
- The hotel is part of the more recent, quieter wave of Williamsburg openings, away from the waterfront crowds.
On screen
- A recent boutique opening with no screen history.
Review questions
What travellers keep asking.
Does every room have a kitchenette?
Kitchenettes are a feature of the hotel, but specifications differ between categories. Confirm what yours includes if cooking is part of why you are booking.
Is it far from the waterfront?
A few minutes' walk. You are close enough to reach Domino Park and the East River easily, without paying the waterfront premium or the noise that comes with it.
Booking checklist
Check these before you reserve.
Total price
Look beyond the nightly rate. Check taxes, destination fees, breakfast and cancellation.
Room layout
For New York, room size, bathroom privacy, bed type and storage can matter more than star rating.
Arrival route
Match the hotel to your airport, luggage and arrival time, especially after an overnight UK flight.
Sources and update notes
Last updated: 17 August 2026. Hotel rates, fees, rules and transport details can change.