Villa 121 INN
A Distinctive B & B in Harlem NYC 

EVENT / RECEPTION  ROOM

Event Room Rental Details. Click Here 

The event/reception room is 1100 sq. feet and is perfect for small functions such as:

• Art Exhibits
• Play Readings
  
• Small weddings
• Showers
• Photo and Film shoots
• Conference Room for Meetings

There is a large kitchen and dining room, another 1100 sq. feet

Our event room is pictured below

EXPERIENCE COMFORTS OF HOME IN A PRIVATE SETTING

Business and vacation travelers appreciate the pleasant, quiet atmosphere of the home and family staff. 

                        

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 A nice walk to the top takes you to a beam of light bursting through the skylight at the top of the stairs, where you enter into a large meditation room with original art works.

The DuBois Suite King-size Bedroom Suite Large private bath, Soaking Tub and Shower A vanity with a sink is also in the room Refrigerator and Coffee Maker

Zora’s Suite Queen-size bedroom suite Large private bath, two person size shower A vanity with a sink is also in the room

Watermelon Room This is an additional private Twin-bedroom that can also be reserved with Zora's Suite. Perfect for a third person in your party.

The Langston Suite Two Double-size Beds in Large Suite Large private bathroom Soaking Tub w/Hand Shower A vanity with a sink is also in the room T.V. with Cable Refrigerator and Coffee Maker

The Studio Suites

The Denmark and Dandridge Suites A bright skylight airy feeling Two  Queen-size Private Bedrooms Shares a separate toilet and a separate large bathroom with shower

Skylight Room The Denmark and Dandridge suites are separated by a single-size bedroom in the  skylight room

The Garden

Guests are welcome to come sit in our garden. Relax to the song of nightingales in this bird sanctuary surrounded by grapevines that help to cool a summer breeze. Peaceful beauty allows an escape. North/ South sun exposure

Additional Features

• Private King, Queen, and Double-size bedroom suite with private baths
• Additional private Twin-bed rooms, ideal for a third person
• Ceiling Fans w/Light
• Air Conditioning
• Iron & Ironing board
• Hair Dryer
• TV w/ Dish Network in Suites
• High Count Linen
• Coffee Maker, Refrigerator, Microwave or Toaster ovens
• Free Internet access
• Free Local Parking
•  ½ Block from Park
• Public Transportation Available
  2 and 3  Express Subway Trains at 125^th and 116^th Streets Grand Central Metro North Lines:  Park Ave and 125^th Street½ Block from all City Bus Routes.

Our rooms rates start at $165 per night depending on the room, the time of year, and the length of stay. Contact us for details. Balance must be paid in full before your stay.

We accept Cash, Checks, Debit Cards and the following credit cards: Visa/MasterCard/American Express/Discover or Pay Pal Credit Card Guarantee 50% of Reservation Fee Early Check In or Late Check-Out Available upon notice Cancellation Policy: Cancellation Fee- All reservations cancelled 72 hours prior to arrival will be charged a 50% cancellation fee. If the reservation is not canceled 3 days before the scheduled arrival, the guest's credit card will be charged for the full amount of the stay. No refunds for early departures For reservation requests, inquiries and rates - please choose from the following options: For immediate assistance, please call us at 212.290.5032 between 8:30am - 10pm EST or just drop us an email at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it We accept cash, debit cards and the following credit cards: Visa/MasterCard/American Express/Discover.

Before making a reservation, please make sure you are comfortable with the following regulations : 

• No Pets (Ossie is the 121 Mascot. Click here to meet Ossie )
  
• No Smoking – Garden Access Only
• Unregistered guests are not permitted
• Early Check In or Late Check-Out Available upon notice 
  
• A 50% deposit is required to confirm your reservation.
• The balance must paid upon arrival (cash only)
• CHECK IN TIME: 2 PM – 10PM CHECK OUT TIME: 11AM
• BAGGAGE HOLD -  $ 8.00 per hour
  
  

Midtown Manhattan Museum Mile Mt. Morris Park Central Park Columbia University City College North General Hospital Harlem Hospital Mt. Sinai Hospital Schomberg Museum Apollo Theater Popular Jazz Clubs 375 Harlem Churches Numerous Restaurants Harlem Heritage Tours Studio Museum Harlem Harlem Renaissance -- Guide to New York City's Harlem For detailed information on area attractions and a calendar of Harlem events please visit Harlem One Stop (http://www.harlemonestop.com)

• TRANSPORTATION: Is it easy to get to the major sites in Manhattan? 
  
  The express train is a few minutes away. There are also many buses, and you can walk to places like Museum of the City of New York and Central Park. We are no more than half an hour away from most major attractions. Times Square is only 15 minutes by subway.

• ½ Block from all City Bus Routes
• 2 and 3  Express Subway Trains at 125th and 116th Streets
• Grand Central Metro North Lines:  Park Ave and 125th Street
  
  

From La Guardia Airport

TAXI: costs about $25 + plus tolls ($4.50). Time: 15 - 20 minutes. 

Take the M60 bus to Lenox (Sixth) Avenue and 125th Street. From there it is a five minute walk to the bed and breakfast. Cost: $2.50 in coins or metrocard. Time: 30 minutes on the bus. 10 WALK TO B & B

From John F. Kennedy (JFK) Airport

TAXI: Average Cost  from the airport. Cost: $45 (flat fee) + toll ($4.50). Time: 35 - 40 minutes. Tell the driver to take the Triborough Bridge.

Take Airtrain $5 to the subway station at Jamaica. From Jamaica: take the E train to 42nd Street. Walk underground for a block and a half to the 2 or 3 line. Take the uptown 2 or 3 train to 116th Street. Exit on Lenox Avenue, walk four blocks to 121th Street. Cost: $2.00 Time: Door-to-door= approximately 1.5 - 2 hours.

We don't recommend the Supershuttle when coming from the airport, as it takes about 2 hours to 3 hours to get here and drops everyone else off first. You can take it to get to the airport.

From Newark International Airport

Option 1: Take a cab, which can cost from $50 - $70 (plus tolls $10). Be careful with this option, as the cab drivers from New Jersey may not know the City that well and your fare may get even higher. This is a very expensive option.

Option 2: Take the Olympia bus to the Port Authority bus terminal at 42nd Street and Eighth Avenue (about 35 - 45 minutes depending on traffic). Then walk along 42nd Street from Eighth Avenue to Seventh Avenue (Times Square). Take the Uptown 2 or 3 train to 116th Street. From there it is about a five minute walk to bed and breakfast. Cost of bus: $11, Cost of subway: $2.00 or you can catch a cab from midtown (42nd Street): about $15.

Option 3: Take the AirTrain/NJ transit to New York Penn Station (about 35 minutes). Transfer to the Uptown 2 or 3 train to 116th Street. From there it is about a five minute walk to bed and breakfast.  Cost of train: $14, Cost of subway: $2.00

From downtown by subway

Take the 2 or 3 (Uptown) train to 116th Street. Walk up Lenox Avenue, turn right on West 121th Street. Make sure you do not take the 1 or 9 train.

Metrocard Information

Metrocards can be bought in any denomination more than $2. In addition there is a daily metrocard for $7.50, a weekly metrocard for $25. If you buy a regular metrocard for $20, you get 15% additional, i.e. one free ride, plus $1. Note: The daily metrocard ($7.50) is not available from token clerks, however it is available at any metrocard machine (in the subway station) or designated stores/merchants. For more information go to the MTA Website.

Thank you for your interest in the VILLA 121 Inn. If you have any questions at all, please feel free to contact us. We will do our best to assist you. If you need immediate assistance, call us at 212.289.5032 between 8:30am - 10pm or via email 24 hours a day / 7 days a week at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it