Great TriBeCa location, but disappointing service & accommodations
Despite a great location in the heart of TriBeCa we were very disappointed with our recent weekend stay at the Smyth. We knew the room would be smallish but were disappointed by an uncomfortable bed and a poorly designed bathroom (though with one outlet, little counter space and limited lighting it may be fine for a man traveling alone). We also knew we'd be paying more than standard business hotels in the area but were disappointed by the additive nickel-and-diming approach...such as overpriced wifi and in-room water bottles, amenities that are included in many moderately priced hotels and taken for granted at most hotels in this segment. Add to that a housekeeping protocol that I was told prioritizes departures over rooms with staying guests so the room wasn't made up when we returned at 4 pm after a full day out in the City. They did arrange to have the room made up after we went out for the evening.
Overall, a poor value that I would not recommend.