Ace Hotel Brooklyn
Retro-inspired rooms & suites in a sleek hotel featuring a colorful restaurant & a fitness center.
Ace Hotel Brooklyn is rated 4.4 / 5 from 1,208 Google reviews and sits about 4.7 km (58 min walk) from Crown Heights–Utica Av station.
General overview
About Ace Hotel Brooklyn
Ace Hotel Brooklyn is a design-focused hotel in Downtown Brooklyn at 252 Schermerhorn Street, near Boerum Hill, Fort Greene, the Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM), and several subway lines. Designed with Roman and Williams, it combines guest rooms with a lively public lobby, restaurant, bar, gallery, and cultural programming. The hotel is not a ticketed tourist attraction; visitors can generally enter its public food, drink, and event spaces without staying overnight.
- Design-led rooms and interiors inspired by Brooklyn’s creative character
- Central Downtown Brooklyn location near BAM, Barclays Center, Fort Greene, and Boerum Hill
- Large communal lobby with food, drinks, work-friendly seating, and occasional cultural events
- On-site restaurant and bar offerings
- Easy access to Manhattan and other parts of Brooklyn by subway
Things to do here
Overnight stay
Rooms range from compact accommodations to larger rooms and suites, generally featuring custom furnishings, artwork, and modern amenities. Rates vary substantially by date and room category.
The Lobby
A public gathering space where guests and local visitors can meet, work, have drinks, or attend selected music and cultural programs. Seating and service arrangements can change during private events.
As You Are
The hotel’s restaurant and bakery concept, known for contemporary American cooking with a Brooklyn influence. Meal periods and reservation arrangements may vary.
Cultural programming
The hotel has hosted DJ sets, performances, talks, art displays, markets, and community events. Some are free, while others may require an RSVP or ticket.
Brooklyn neighborhood exploration
The location provides convenient access to BAM, Fort Greene Park, Barclays Center, Brooklyn Academy of Music, City Point, and the brownstone neighborhoods around Boerum Hill and Cobble Hill.
The hotel is in a transit-rich area; subway or taxi/rideshare is generally easier than driving. Confirm the current check-in time, commonly around 3:00 p.m., and check-out time, commonly around noon, directly with the hotel. Early arrival and luggage storage are usually handled subject to availability.
Book rooms well in advance for weekends, holidays, concerts at Barclays Center, and major New York events. Restaurant reservations and event RSVPs are advisable when offered.
This overview is general knowledge, not confirmed against an official source — verify hours, prices and entry rules before you go.
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Ace Hotel Brooklyn is about 4.7 km (~58 min walk) from Crown Heights–Utica Av station on the New York City Subway.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get to Ace Hotel Brooklyn from Crown Heights–Utica Av station?
Ace Hotel Brooklyn is about 4651 m (roughly 58 min walk) from Crown Heights–Utica Av station on the New York City Subway. Use the directions link on this page for turn-by-turn walking directions.
What is Ace Hotel Brooklyn rated?
Ace Hotel Brooklyn has a Google rating of 4.4 out of 5 from 1,208 reviews.
What's near Ace Hotel Brooklyn?
Also within a short walk of the same station: Brooklyn Children's Museum, Brooklyn Museum, Brooklyn Botanic Garden.
Is Ace Hotel Brooklyn wheelchair accessible?
Yes — Google lists the following accessibility features for Ace Hotel Brooklyn: wheelchair-accessible entrance.
Do I need a ticket to enter Ace Hotel Brooklyn?
No general-admission ticket is normally required. Public lobby and dining spaces can generally be visited without a room booking, subject to opening hours, capacity, private events, and purchasing rules.
Can non-guests eat or drink at the hotel?
Generally yes. The restaurant, bakery, bar, and lobby service are intended for hotel guests and local visitors, although hours and availability can vary.
Is the lobby suitable for working?
It is commonly used for informal meetings and laptop work, but seating is not guaranteed and music, evening crowds, or events can make it less quiet. Patronage or time restrictions may apply.
What subway stations are nearby?
Downtown Brooklyn has several nearby stations, including Hoyt–Schermerhorn Streets and stations around Nevins Street, DeKalb Avenue, and Atlantic Avenue–Barclays Center. Walking distance and service disruptions should be checked before travel.
Is the hotel near Barclays Center and BAM?
Yes. BAM is nearby, and Barclays Center is generally reachable on foot in roughly 10–15 minutes, depending on route and mobility.
What are check-in and check-out times?
A typical planning assumption is check-in around 3:00 p.m. and check-out around noon, but these times are not live-verified and should be confirmed with the hotel.
Can the hotel store luggage?
Registered guests can generally ask the front desk to store luggage before check-in or after check-out, subject to space, security procedures, and current policy.
Is parking available?
Downtown Brooklyn has paid garages and limited street parking. A current on-site, valet, or partner-garage arrangement could not be confirmed from existing knowledge, so contact the hotel before driving.
Is Ace Hotel Brooklyn pet-friendly?
Ace properties are generally pet-friendly, but size limits, fees, permitted areas, and room restrictions should be confirmed for this location before booking.
Are destination or facility fees charged?
Fees depend on the rate and booking channel. Review the final price breakdown for room charges, New York taxes, and any hotel or destination fee before payment.
Data and photos from Google Places, generated August 11, 2026. Ratings, hours and prices can change — confirm anything time-sensitive before you go.