Aparthotel

The Serene

Aparthotel within easy reach of Columbia University

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When you stay at The Serene, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Columbia University and Central Park. Apartments offer Smart TVs and free WiFi. Public transportation is just a short walk: 135 St. Station (St. Nicholas Av.) is 7 minutes and 125 St. Station (St Nicholas Av.) is 8 minutes.
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (1)

  • 8 smoke-free apartments

Room options

Showing 8 of 8 rooms
A room with a brick wall, a wooden table with four chairs, a small plant, and a white door with a mirror.
A modern bedroom with a brick wall, a bed, a TV, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a grey sofa, and a small table.
A modern bedroom with a bed, a TV, a painting, and a window with curtains.

Studio

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
A compact kitchen with a sink, a refrigerator, and a dining area with a chair.
A modern bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted TV, and a red ceiling light fixture.
A bedroom with a bed, a wardrobe, a mounted TV, and a window with curtains.
A compact kitchen with a sink, a refrigerator, and a dining area with a chair.

Standard Room

  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
A modern bathroom with a shower, toilet, and sink.
A narrow hallway with a bed, a door, and a small kitchenette.
A minimalist bedroom with a bed, a small bedside table, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.
A modern bathroom with a shower, toilet, and sink.

Economy Room

  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
A modern bathroom with a white sink, a round mirror, and a toilet.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a grey sofa, and a small table.
A modern bedroom with a bed, a TV, and a large window.
A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a white refrigerator, and a wooden dining table with chairs.

Deluxe Studio

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
A bathroom with a shower, toilet, sink, and a mirror reflecting a door.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small round table, and a painting on the wall.
A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a painting on the wall.
A narrow hallway with a kitchenette area, a refrigerator, and a door leading to a bathroom.

Family Room

  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
A modern bathroom with a toilet, sink, mirror, and shower.
A modern bedroom with a bed, a glass side table, a cityscape painting, an air conditioning unit, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a cityscape painting on the wall.
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a wardrobe, and a view of the street.

Luxury Room

  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and shower.
A modern bedroom with a bed, a grey sofa, a mirror, and a brick wall.
A modern bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a painting.
A modern interior with a grey sofa, a small table, and a painting on the wall.

Triple Room

  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
A modern bathroom with a shower, toilet, and vanity.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a table, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a glass coffee table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with a view of trees.
Room

Suite

  • 60 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds, 1 Twin Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

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About the area

Map
231 W 131st St, New York, NY, 10027

What's nearby

  • Harlem YMCA - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Apollo Theater - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Columbia University - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Central Park - 10 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Teterboro, NJ (TEB) - 17 min drive
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 26 min drive
  • Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) - 45 min drive
  • John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) - 52 min drive
  • Stewart Intl. Airport (SWF) - 79 min drive
  • Bronx Yankees East 153 St. Station - 5 min drive
  • Bronx Melrose Station - 7 min drive
  • New York Harlem 125th St. Station - 18 min walk
  • 135 St. Station (St. Nicholas Av.) - 7 min walk
  • 125 St. Station (St Nicholas Av.) - 8 min walk
  • 135 St. Station (Malcolm X Blvd) - 9 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Maison Harlem - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Harlem Breakfast Club - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tex's Chicken & Burgers - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Musette Wine Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Harlem Cafe - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Serene

  • When you stay at The Serene, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Columbia University and Central Park. Apartments offer Smart TVs and free WiFi. Public transportation is just a short walk: 135 St. Station (St. Nicholas Av.) is 7 minutes and 125 St. Station (St Nicholas Av.) is 8 minutes.

At a glance

Property size

    • 8 apartments

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
    • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Shampoo

Entertainment

  • 55-inch Smart TV
  • Streaming services

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevators
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 8 rooms

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Cleaning fee: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay (varies per unit)

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property does not have elevators.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip.
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property.
This property only accepts cash.

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Serene?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Serene?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The Serene.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Serene?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What's the area around The Serene like?

The Serene is a short 7-minute walk from 135 St. Station (St. Nicholas Av.) and 19 minutes' walk from Columbia University.

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The Serene Reviews

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Exceptional

10

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Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Loved everything about my stay. I love NYC and wanted to travel for my bday + love as a local. Booking this location was perfect for me. Such a smooth process and it looks just like pictures. Very clean, comfy bed, no noise. Simply peaceful. I’ll definitely be booking again! Perfect host! Perfect stay!
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

The space was spectacular with 3 bedrooms and a wonderful outdoor space in the backyard. No problems, and the host was very accommodating. Our family thoroughly enjoyed their stay there and the memories they made. Thank you