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1162 WHEELER AVE · SOUNDVIEW, BRONX

Wheeler Hotel Bronx

You stay 1.4 miles from the Bronx Zoo and 0.1 miles from the Elder Av subway station, where the 6 train takes you straight into Manhattan.

1162 Wheeler AveBronx, NY 10472
25 double roomsWith a King or Queen bed
0.1 miles from Elder Av6 train straight to Grand Central
24-hour front deskCheck-in from 3:00 PM, check-out by 11:00 AM

Near the Bronx Zoo

Wheeler Hotel Bronx, in Soundview, near the Bronx Zoo

Wheeler Hotel Bronx is a 2-star hotel located at 1162 Wheeler Ave, in the Soundview neighborhood of the Bronx. The Bronx Zoo is 1.4 miles away, and the New York Botanical Garden and Yankee Stadium are both 2.7 miles away. If you feel like a walk, Starlight Park is 0.6 miles away and Soundview Park, 1.2 miles.

To get around New York, the Elder Av station on the 6 train is 0.1 miles from the door. The 6 takes you to Grand Central in about 40 minutes with no transfers, and to Times Square in about 46 minutes with one transfer. Morrison Av-Soundview station is 0.3 miles away.

The hotel offers you 25 double rooms with a King or Queen bed and a private bathroom, and the front desk is open 24 hours. In the common areas you have a microwave, an ATM and concierge service. Keep in mind that the hotel doesn't serve breakfast or have its own parking, that it is for guests 21 and over only, and that pets are not allowed.

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Guest reviews

Wheeler Hotel reviews

Carlos Enrique
Hotels.com review · 10/10

“Clean room, good AC and nice staff.”

Donald
Hotels.com review · 8/10

“Good hotel, helpful staff.”

Senen
Booking.com review · 10/10

“Easy access to the 6 train to get to Manhattan.”

Translated from Spanish

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Rooms

Wheeler Hotel rooms

Double rooms of 150 and 200 sq ft, with a King or Queen bed and city views.

Wheeler Hotel Bronx offers you 25 double rooms in 4 types: Deluxe King, 200 sq ft, and Deluxe Queen, 150 sq ft, each in a non-smoking and a smoking version. All of them sleep 2 and have city views.

Want more space, or do you smoke? The Deluxe King rooms are 200 sq ft, 50 sq ft more than the Deluxe Queen. If you smoke, choose the Smoking version; if not, the Non Smoking one.

Rooms

At 1162 Wheeler Ave

Non-smokingDeluxe King Room Non Smoking with a King bed, window and dark wardrobe

Deluxe King Room Non Smoking

Size
200 sq ft (19 m²)
Beds
1 King bed
Guests
2
Bathroom
Private, with shower and hairdryer

One of the largest rooms in the hotel, non-smoking and with city views.

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SmokingDeluxe King Smoking room at Wheeler Hotel with a King bed

Deluxe King Smoking

Size
200 sq ft (19 m²)
Beds
1 King bed
Guests
2
Bathroom
Private, with shower and hairdryer

Same size as the Deluxe King Non Smoking, but smoking is allowed in this room. It has city views.

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Non-smokingDeluxe Queen Room Non Smoking with a Queen bed and blue curtains

Deluxe Queen Room Non Smoking

Size
150 sq ft (14 m²)
Beds
1 Queen bed
Guests
2
Bathroom
Private, with shower and hairdryer

A non-smoking room with city views.

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SmokingDeluxe Queen Room Smoking at Wheeler Hotel with a Queen bed

Deluxe Queen Room Smoking

Size
150 sq ft (14 m²)
Beds
1 Queen bed
Guests
2
Bathroom
Private, with shower and hairdryer

Smoking is allowed in this room. It has city views.

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All rooms have a private bathroom with shower, air conditioning, heating, free Wi-Fi, an LED TV with cable channels, a phone and daily housekeeping. Extra beds are not available.

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Amenities

Wheeler Hotel amenities in the Bronx

Here's what you'll find at the hotel to help you decide.

24-hour front desk

For your arrival and any questions

Subway 0.1 miles away

Elder Av station, 6 train

Microwave

In the common areas

ATM

Right in the hotel

No pets

Animals are not allowed

Daily housekeeping

In every room

21 and over only

No guests under 21

No on-site parking

The hotel has no parking

Some services may have conditions or extra charges.

Location

Wheeler Hotel Bronx location: 1162 Wheeler Ave

Step outside and the 6 train is 0.1 miles away.

Wheeler Hotel Bronx is located at 1162 Wheeler Ave, Bronx, NY 10472, in the Soundview neighborhood. From the door, Elder Av station is 0.1 miles away and the Bronx Zoo, 1.4 miles.

Address

1162 Wheeler Ave

Bronx, NY 10472

Subway

Elder Av (6 train)

0.1 miles from the hotel

Zoo

Bronx Zoo

1.4 miles from the hotel

Manhattan

Grand Central

About 40 min on the 6 train

Is Wheeler Hotel close to Manhattan?

The hotel is in the Bronx, but the 6 train takes you straight into Manhattan: from Elder Av station you reach Grand Central in about 40 minutes, with no transfers. Times Square takes about 46 minutes, with a transfer at 59 St to the N, R or W.

The neighborhood

The hotel is in Soundview, in the Bronx. Right next to the door you'll find restaurants such as El Molcajete and Sabba's Chicken, and about 160 feet away, Pabellón de Oro.

Starlight Park is 0.6 miles away, and Parkchester and the Bronx River Art Center are 1.1 miles away. Soundview Park is 1.2 miles away.

Public transit nearby

Elder Av station, on the 6 train, is 0.1 miles away, and Morrison Av-Soundview station, 0.3 miles. If you're going to a game at Yankee Stadium, it takes about 35 minutes: the 6 train to 125 St and the 4 train to 161 St-Yankee Stadium.

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What's nearby

What's near Wheeler Hotel: walking distances

Parks, the zoo and Yankee Stadium, measured from the hotel door.

If you stay at Wheeler Hotel Bronx, the subway is right next door and several parks are within walking distance. These are the walking distances from 1162 Wheeler Ave, from closest to farthest.

Up to 0.6 miles

  • Elder Av subway (6 train)0.1 mi
  • Morrison Av-Soundview subway0.3 mi
  • Starlight Park0.6 mi

0.6 to 1.2 miles

  • Parkchester1.1 mi
  • Bronx River Art Center1.1 mi
  • West Farms Sq-E Tremont Av subway1.1 mi
  • Crotona Park1.1 mi
  • Soundview Park1.2 mi

1.2 to 2.5 miles

  • Bronx Zoo1.4 mi
  • Westchester Square2.2 mi

More than 2.5 miles

  • Yankee Stadium2.7 mi
  • New York Botanical Garden2.7 mi

Walking distances calculated with Google Maps from 1162 Wheeler Ave.

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Getting there

How to get to Wheeler Hotel Bronx

From all three airports and from Penn Station, public transit takes you to Elder Av station, 0.1 miles from the hotel.

Wheeler Hotel Bronx is located at 1162 Wheeler Ave. The closest subway station is Elder Av, on the 6 train, 0.1 miles from the door.

From the airport

From LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

About 62 min by public transit · 1 transfer

  1. Bus

    At the Marine Air Terminal, take the M60-SBS bus toward West Side Broadway-106 St and get off at E 125 St/Lexington Av, 6 stops (about 34 minutes).

  2. Subway

    Walk 2 minutes to 125 St station and take the 6 train toward Parkchester to Elder Av, 9 stops (about 19 minutes).

  3. Walk

    From the station it's about a 3-minute walk to the hotel.

From the airport

From JFK Airport

About 80 min by public transit · 2 transfers

  1. Train

    Take the AirTrain toward Jamaica Station and get off at Jamaica, 2 stops (about 8 minutes).

  2. Subway

    At Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airport, take the E train toward World Trade Center to Lexington Av/53 St, 7 stops (about 24 minutes).

  3. Subway

    Walk 4 minutes to 51 St station and take the 6 train toward Parkchester to Elder Av, 18 stops (about 33 minutes).

  4. Walk

    From the station it's about a 3-minute walk to the hotel.

From the airport

From Newark Airport (EWR)

About 105 min by public transit · 2 transfers

  1. Bus

    At Terminal C, take the Newark Airport Express bus toward New York and get off at the Grand Central stop (about 65 minutes).

  2. Subway

    Walk 2 minutes to Grand Central-42 St and take the 6 express toward Pelham Bay Park to Hunts Point Av, 12 stops (about 26 minutes).

  3. Subway

    At Hunts Point Av, switch to the 6 train toward Parkchester and get off at Elder Av, 2 stops.

  4. Walk

    From the station it's about a 3-minute walk to the hotel.

From the station

From Penn Station

About 50 min by subway · 1 transfer

  1. Subway

    At 34 St-Penn Station, take the E train toward Jamaica Center-Parsons/Archer to Lexington Av/53 St, 5 stops (about 9 minutes).

  2. Subway

    Walk 4 minutes to 51 St station and take the 6 train toward Parkchester to Elder Av, 18 stops (about 33 minutes).

  3. Walk

    From the station it's about a 3-minute walk to the hotel.

By car or taxi

From LaGuardia it's about 21 minutes (8.6 miles), from JFK about 39 minutes (17.1 miles) and from Newark about 41 minutes (26.8 miles), depending on traffic. If you're driving, keep in mind that the hotel has no on-site parking.

When you arrive

  • You can check in from 3:00 PM, and the front desk is open 24 hours.
  • Bring a photo ID and a credit card: on arrival, the hotel asks for a deposit to cover incidentals.
  • The hotel is for guests 21 and over only.
  • If you need to reach the hotel, the phone number is +1 718-942-5101.

Routes and times from Google Maps. They may vary with the time of day and traffic.

Practical info

Check-in and check-out times and hotel policies

What's good to know before you book and before you arrive.

These are the times and conditions at Wheeler Hotel Bronx for your stay.

Check-inFrom 3:00 PM
Check-outBy 11:00 AM
Front desk24 hours

Food and drink

  • The hotel doesn't serve breakfast or have a restaurant.
  • There's a microwave in the common areas, and you can have food delivered to your room.
  • Right next to the hotel there are restaurants such as El Molcajete and Sabba's Chicken.

Booking and payment

  • The hotel accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover, debit cards and cash.
  • On arrival, a deposit in cash or by card is required to cover incidentals.
  • Cancellation terms depend on the rate you choose; check them before you confirm.
  • An extra-person fee may apply.

Age and policies

  • The hotel is for guests 21 and over only, so children and anyone under 21 are not allowed.
  • Pets are not allowed.
  • Extra beds are not available.
  • Only registered guests may enter the rooms.
  • The maximum stay is 28 consecutive nights, under New York City regulations.

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Wheeler Hotel FAQ

Answers to the most common questions about the hotel's location, hours and services.

Where is Wheeler Hotel Bronx?

Wheeler Hotel Bronx is located at 1162 Wheeler Ave, Bronx, NY 10472, in the Soundview neighborhood, 0.1 miles from Elder Av subway station (6 train) and 1.4 miles from the Bronx Zoo.

What is the Wheeler Hotel phone number?

You can call the hotel at +1 718-942-5101. The front desk is open 24 hours.

How do I get to Manhattan from the hotel?

Walk 0.1 miles to Elder Av station and take the 6 train: you'll reach Grand Central in about 40 minutes, with no transfers. Times Square takes about 46 minutes, with a transfer at 59 St.

How far is it from the Bronx Zoo and Yankee Stadium?

The Bronx Zoo is 1.4 miles away on foot. Yankee Stadium is 2.7 miles away, and by public transit you get there in about 35 minutes on the 6 and 4 trains.

How do I get there from the airports?

From LaGuardia, take the M60-SBS bus to 125 St and the 6 train to Elder Av: about 62 minutes. From JFK, the AirTrain, the E train and the 6 train: about 80 minutes. By car, it's about 21 minutes from LaGuardia and about 39 from JFK, depending on traffic.

Does Wheeler Hotel have parking?

No, the hotel has no on-site parking. If you're traveling without a car, Elder Av subway station is 0.1 miles away.

What rooms does Wheeler Hotel have?

It has 25 double rooms for 2 guests in 4 types: Deluxe King Room Non Smoking and Deluxe King Smoking, 200 sq ft, and Deluxe Queen Room Non Smoking and Deluxe Queen Room Smoking, 150 sq ft. All have a private bathroom with shower, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi and city views.

Is smoking allowed at Wheeler Hotel?

Yes, in the smoking rooms: the Deluxe King Smoking and the Deluxe Queen Room Smoking. If you don't smoke, choose the Non Smoking version when you book.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

You can check in from 3:00 PM and check out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is open 24 hours.

Is there a minimum age to stay at Wheeler Hotel?

Yes. The hotel is for guests 21 and over only, so children and anyone under 21 are not allowed.

Are pets allowed at Wheeler Hotel?

No, the hotel does not allow pets.

Is breakfast included?

No, the hotel doesn't serve breakfast. There's a microwave in the common areas, and right next to the hotel there are restaurants such as El Molcajete and Sabba's Chicken.

What do guests say about Wheeler Hotel?

On Hotels.com, the hotel has a rating of 7.4 out of 10 from 1,124 reviews.

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  • 0.1 miles from Elder Av subway
  • 6 train straight to Grand Central
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Rooms with a King or Queen bed
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