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#7 of 20 B&Bs in New York City
4.7 of 5 bubbles
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4.7 of 5 bubbles
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4.9 of 5 bubbles
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Your pied a terre on Sugar Hill. The secluded, book-lined, self-contained two/three bedroom garden apartment immerses you in Revolutionary history from the Battle of Harlem Heights through the jazz-age Renaissance to its vibrant present. The townhouse looks at the oldest house in Manhattan, the Morris-Jumel Mansion, George Washington’s headquarters for 1776′s Battle of New York and home to the infamous grand horizontal, Madame Eliza Jumel. At the time Duke Ellington dubbed the house “The Crown of Sugar Hill,” the immediate neighborhood was also home to W.E.B. DuBois, Paul Robeson, Count Basie, Lena Horne, Coleman Hawkins, Teddy Wilson, Andy Kirk, Don Redman, Canada Lee, Charles Alston, Dr. Kenneth Clark, Thurgood Marshall, and dozens of other Jazz Masters. The apartment, in what was an antiquarian bookshop specializing in those subjects, features full kitchen and bath (tub and shower, excellent pressure/hot water), a large bedroom with an antique double bed, a larger bedroom with a queen size, a sitting room with a single/daybed with desks, cable television, internet access, a/c, cassette tape & record players (plug in for MP3s), tape and LP libraries, and a full ornamental garden with a gas grill. Wine and dine al fresco on Sunday afternoons as the sounds of Marjorie Elliot’s Parlor Jazz waif from her nearby apartment.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Breakfast available
Conference facilities
Banquet room
BBQ facilities
Baggage storage
Dry cleaning
Parking
Wifi
Meeting rooms
Executive lounge access
Non-smoking hotel
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
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Room features
Soundproof rooms
Air conditioning
Desk
Interconnected rooms available
Seating area
Kitchenette
iPod docking station
Bath / shower
Iron
Laptop safe
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Microwave
Refrigerator
Kitchenware
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
Smoking rooms available
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HOTEL STYLE
Charming
Languages Spoken
English

Location

426 W 160th St, New York City, NY 10032-5304
Getting there
Somewhat walkable
Grade: 70 out of 100
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Teterboro Airport
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163rd St – Amsterdam Ave
3 minNew York City Subway
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austintraveler_10 wrote a review Aug 2011
Round Rock, Texas43 contributions5 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
I've been meaning to write this review since I got home - can't believe it's been almost a year! Sorry Kurt!

We were a group of 5 women from Texas ranging in age from 22 to 74 - I want to tell anyone reading reviews on Jumel Terrace please do not be scared off by the Harlem location. We walked all over the neighborhood - including walking back from the subway station fairly late a few nights, and we never felt unsafe. Our first night there our charming host, Kurt, gave a personal tour of the neighborhood including showing me to the neighborhood shop that had a great selection of wines. He also took the time to serve as our personal guide to the Jumel Mansion.

The house is charming and was very quiet. We rented both the rooms and had the entire ground floor to basically to ourselves including a kitchen and a nice sitting area in the bookstore to sit and have breakfast. Kurt had asked in advance if we were tea or coffee drinkers, what we'd like to have for breakfast - when we arrived the fridge was stocked with all the items we'd mentioned and yogurts, fruit, juice and other snack items. The back garden area is a wonderful spot to gather at the end of a full day to have a glass of wine and chat. Kurt even joined us a few nights to hear about our adventures in NYC.

The house is comfortable, reasonably priced and the host was very attentive.

I can't recall if there was free WiFi - there was a computer with internet access available in the downstairs room for our use.
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Date of stay: September 2010
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
4.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled with family
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Jen D wrote a review Feb 2009
Greensboro, North Carolina54 contributions73 helpful votes
4.0 of 5 bubbles
I was traveling on my own, visiting some businesses in Harlem, and found this place to be conveniently located and a good value. My room was on the 2nd floor, and had just recently been opened as a guest room and was very pretty. The bathroom was nice, with a warming floor, which was cool, but no shower - only a clawfoot tub (but no stopper for the tub!) with a shower attachment (with no curtain so it was hard to use as a shower). For breakfast Kurt ran out and got a fresh crossaint, and made some excellent and very strong coffee, served in a window seat overlooking the street and with the New York Times. Kurt was very gracious when I arrived, greeting me on the street and helping me carry my bags up the two flights. I cannot say enough about how kind the family was. I would stay here again, even if I was here as a tourist, because the subway is close and the PARKING IS FREE. All in all, this was a pleasant, good value stay for people visiting New York City and wanting something different and more personal.
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Date of stay: February 2009
4.0 of 5 bubblesValue
4.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
4.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
4.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
4.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled on business
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Response from Jumel, Owner. at Jumel Terrace Bed and Breakfast
Responded 25 Feb 2009
A host is only as good as his guest and I've been blessed with good guests. Just to say, that big claw-foot tub has a stopper under the drain, closed by a toggle under the faucet. It's a rather antique arrangement in which one takes a bath, using the shower attachment to wash one's hair and rinse. Meant to be a luxury. I'll know to point this out next time.
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klavierklavier wrote a review Nov 2008
Klavier1 contribution1 helpful vote
5.0 of 5 bubbles
The host Kurt Thometz is a person who really loves to help and to give good advices to his guestes. He knows Harlem and the history of the civil rights movement as well as the history of the black culture very well. He and his family are very friendly and open to all kind of questions. The apartment is quiet, well furnished, fully equipped kitchen and a lovely backyard garden belongs to it as well.
Thank you, Kurt.
It was a wonderful time staying with you.
Highly recommended.
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Date of stay: November 2008
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesCheck-in / front desk
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesBusiness service (e.g., internet access)
Trip type: Travelled solo
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EdinburghPolly wrote a review Oct 2008
Edinburgh4 contributions4 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
An exquisite, spacious and peaceful apartment located in a vibrant and historic area. The Thometz family is delightful, and we were made to feel incredibly welcome. The apartment is a stone's throw away from the subway - an easy and safe 15 minute trip from downtown Manhattan. It was wonderful to be able to retreat back there in the evenings. Kurt's enthusiasm for the city and for the Sugar Hill area is infectious, and he was incredibly kind in helping us plan our days and get the most from our trip. A big personal thank you to him for showing us around the Jumel Mansion! Highly recommend, and hope to return.
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Date of stay: October 2008
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesCheck-in / front desk
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled with family
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soomark1 wrote a review Feb 2018
UK110 contributions95 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Firstly, let me say that if you want to stay close to the 'sights' of New York this is not for you, being about an hours journey on the subway (very short distance away), down to the Wall Street area. If you want to stay somewhere a bit different, love books, history, culture and comfort, then this is the place for you. Kurt is a fount of knowledge on local history, a welcoming and hospitable host who is happy to talk and share his passion for African-American culture and give advice on places to visit, etc. Books are there to be dipped into and enjoyed and it is an interesting opportunity to see a less touristy part of New York. The accommodation is located in a historic area in a Brownstone overlooking the Morris-Jumel Mansion and we felt perfectly safe walking around the neighbourhood. The apartment itself is very comfortable and there was even a visiting cat who made itself at home! Kurt provides basic breakfast ingredients which can be topped up in the nearby supermarket and the more upmarket 'Food Town' which is also close by.Our trip to New York was very much enhanced by our stay here and I would not hesitate to recommend it.
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Date of stay: February 2018
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: Both bedrooms are good and there is a single bed in the dining room.
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soomark1 wrote a tip Feb 2018
UK110 contributions95 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Both bedrooms are good and there is a single bed in the dining room."
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jumel Terrace Bed and Breakfast
Which popular attractions are close to Jumel Terrace Bed and Breakfast?
Nearby attractions include Morris-Jumel Mansion (0.07 km), Sylvan Terrace (0.06 km), and Sugar Hill Children's Museum of Art & Storytelling (0.4 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Jumel Terrace Bed and Breakfast?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and meeting rooms.
Which room amenities are available at Jumel Terrace Bed and Breakfast?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Jumel Terrace Bed and Breakfast?
Guests can enjoy breakfast and barbeque facilities during their stay.
Is parking available at Jumel Terrace Bed and Breakfast?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Jumel Terrace Bed and Breakfast?
Conveniently located restaurants include Las Palmas Deli Restaurant, Hilltop Park Alehouse, and Flaco's Pizza.
Are any cleaning services offered at Jumel Terrace Bed and Breakfast?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does Jumel Terrace Bed and Breakfast offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers meeting rooms, a banquet room, and conference facilities.
Are there any historical sites close to Jumel Terrace Bed and Breakfast?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum (5.7 km), Hamilton Grange National Memorial (1.6 km), and The Dakota (7.1 km).