New York City DU'ers , HELP

[PinkTiger]

I need to know a cheaper hotel for taking college students to New York next month (October), within walking distance of the Grand Hyatt at Grand Central Station. The convention hotel is asking $289 a night plus taxes, which would cost our students $415 for five nights, with four to a room.
We have an uneven number of males to females; and with the maximum four in a room, that leaves me, a female, without roommates and I certainly cannot afford it. Anyone know of a good alternative? I've never been there and I'm hopelessly ignorant.

[Infomaniac]

1. What are your dates?

There are an assortment of smaller hotels that would offer better rates through hotels.com, but it would be easier to advise you about places to stay if I knew the dates. Columbus Day weekend, for example, it is particularly hard to find a bargain.

[PinkTiger]

7. We are arriving on the 21 and leaving on the 26

I'll look at the Hotels.com site.

[geek tragedy]

2. The places around MSG/Penn Station are cheaper, but it's a bit of a walk.

[jrthin]

3. The Vanderbilt YMCA

in walking distance of the Hyatt has spectacular rooms and decent rates.

[PinkTiger]

5. You are wonderful!!!

I contacted them already with a bid request for our group. I have my fingers crossed that they will take us.

[NYC]

4. Contact the Vanderbilt Y.

It's a very short walk to the Grand Hyatt, good neighborhood, rates should be reasonable.

It's on 47th Street between 2nd and 3rd Ave. May be as low as $60 a night for a single private room.

http://www.bootsnall.com/hostels/usa/nyc/815.shtml

Vanderbilt Y, located on Manhattan’s fashionable East Side, has a classic style matching that of its neighbors which include the United Nations, Grand Central Station and Fifth Avenue. All major tourist attractions are easily accessible.

This locations provide travelers from every continent on a budget with great value. Ideal for visitors who want to experience the city’s multi-faceted neighborhoods as well as its fabled sites and entertainment venues but without breaking the bank.

The YMCA’s of Greater New York offer:

- Single & double rooms (bunk beds)
- Shared bath facilities for men and women conveniently located on each corridor
- Daily housekeeping service
- Color TV and air conditioning in each room
- Restaurant
- Health and fitness facilities including swimming pools, cardiovascular equipment, indoor track and more
- 24 hour security and reception to assist you with all your needs
- Guest laundry facilities
- Concierge services
- Easy access to public transportation

[PinkTiger]

6. I appreciate you SO much!

Thanks for the link and the info. I used it to request a bid for our group. Now I can smile and enjoy my weekend.

LOL