If we could give 10 stars to the Historic Blue Moon we would. Almost certainly this is the best hotel, or at least our favourite, that we have ever stayed at. The location, in the Lower East Side, is unbeatable for anyone who wants to stay in Manhattan but wants to avoid the overly touristy Midtown scene. Everyone on the staff was friendly and helpful, with the hotel being small enough that everything felt like it had a really personal touch. The room we stayed in was a very good size, especially for New York. The king-sized bed was incredibly comfortable. Although the room was street-facing, it was not too noisy except for Saturday night (but again, nothing unusual for New York, and nothing the provided earplugs couldn't deal with. If you're in New York in the heart of the Lower East Side, you're going to hear some noise). The blackout blinds were much appreciated. We didn't have a chance to use the induction cooktop, but it was nice to have, as was the small fridge. The bathroom was spacious, including a bathtub (which was a pleasant surprise). A definite gen and a bargain for what we paid. The next time we're in New York, the Historic Blue Moon will be at the top of our list of places to stay.