636 86th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11228, United States
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avid hotels – Brooklyn Dyker Heights, an IHG Hotel Overview

First Impressions

Walking into avid hotels – Brooklyn Dyker Heights, an IHG Hotel, you immediately get that “this is exactly what I needed” feeling. It’s one of those three-star places that doesn’t try to be fancy but nails all the basics — and honestly, sometimes that’s way better than dealing with pretentious hotel staff who act like they’re doing you a favor. The lobby has this clean, modern vibe without being sterile, and the check-in process was refreshingly straightforward.

The Dyker Heights Advantage

Here’s what I love about this location in Brooklyn — you’re in a real neighborhood, not some touristy bubble. Dyker Heights is primarily residential, which means you get to see how actual New Yorkers live, plus it’s surprisingly quiet for the city. You know what’s really cool? During the holidays, this area becomes famous for its over-the-top Christmas light displays that people come from all over to see. The hotel sits right on 86th Street, and while it might not sound glamorous, you’ve got solid public transit connections and you’re actually closer to some great Italian spots than you’d be in Manhattan.

Room Experience

The room design is smart — everything feels purposeful rather than just thrown together. I mean, the beds are genuinely comfortable (not just hotel-marketing comfortable), and there’s enough space to actually unpack without playing Tetris with your luggage. The bathroom is compact but well-designed, and honestly, the shower pressure was better than my last apartment. What I really appreciated was the tech integration — USB ports where you actually need them, decent WiFi that doesn’t cut out every five minutes, and blackout curtains that actually block light.

Breakfast and Practical Stuff

The continental breakfast isn’t going to win any awards, but it gets the job done and saves you from hunting down coffee at 7 AM in an unfamiliar neighborhood. They’ve got the usual suspects — pastries, cereal, coffee that’s actually drinkable — and it’s included, which is more than you can say for a lot of places these days. There’s also parking available, which if you’ve ever tried to park in Brooklyn, you know is basically like finding a unicorn.

Why Guests Love It

What really makes this place work is that it delivers on its promises without any surprises (the good kind of no surprises, not the “oh great, the elevator’s broken” kind). The location gets high marks from couples because it’s got that sweet spot of being accessible but not chaotic — you can actually have a conversation on the street without shouting over traffic. Plus, you’re positioned well for exploring different parts of Brooklyn or heading into Manhattan when you want the full city experience. It’s the kind of place where you sleep well, start your day without stress, and don’t feel like you’re missing out on anything important.

avid hotels – Brooklyn Dyker Heights, an IHG Hotel Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Standard King Room1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
Executive Double Room with Two Double Beds2 double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
King Room – Hearing Accessible1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
Mobility Accessible Room with Two Double Beds with Roll-In Shower2 double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
Standard Room1 double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
King Room with Hearing Accessible Roll In Shower – Non-Smoking1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
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Reviews of avid hotels – Brooklyn Dyker Heights, an IHG Hotel

  • Rita from New Zealand (9/10)

    New and great location. Very professional staff . Mark on front desk, was helpful with info regarding local restaurants and information regarding Xmas lights. All staff welcome us and smiled.

  • Tatiana from United States (9/10)

    Good location if you want to go to see Christmas lights

  • Hena from Pakistan (8/10)

    the breakfast was good. the bus stop was very close. staff and facilities were amazing.

  • 재형 from United States (9/10)

    Comfort for mr

  • Rabie from United States (9/10)

    Very clean and great service

  • Seren from France (8/10)

    We enjoyed our stay at this hotel for several reasons. The cleanliness was excellent, ensuring a comfortable and pleasant environment. The rooms and the hotel are very new and modern, which added to the overall appeal. We also appreciated the Dove shampoo and soap in the rooms. Additionally, the 24/7 availability of coffee, tea, and water was a great convenience.

  • Nikki from United States (9/10)

    The property was located within walking distance of the sites we wanted to see. The hotel was clean and comfortable. The room was a good size, furnished well and modern.
    The staff were welcoming and willing to assist with any questions we had. The continental breakfast was a pleasant surprise.

  • Meiko from United States (8/10)

    The hotel is extremely clean and quiet. I love that the hotel looks like the pictures on Google. The staff was friendly and helpful. All amenities are easy to use and find.

  • Amadeo from United States (8/10)

    Breakfast was an above average “continental,” that included things like hard boiled eggs.

  • Sabrina from United Kingdom (8/10)

    Very clean

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Dustbowl: 1.9 km
  • Seton Park: 2.6 km
  • Fort Hamilton: 1.6 km
  • Fort Hamilton Park: 1.8 km
  • Andrew Lehman Field: 1.8 km
  • Dan Ross Playground: 2 km
  • Millennium Playground: 2.1 km
  • Bay 8th Street Field 1: 1.5 km
  • Dyker Beach Park Dog Run: 200 m
  • Shore Road Parks Conservancy: 1.6 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Szechuan Delight: 50 m
  • Restaurant Dyker Park Bagels: 50 m
  • Restaurant Annabelle’s Pastaria: 50 m

Top attractions:

  • Bryant Park: 18 km
  • The High Line: 16 km
  • Brooklyn Bridge: 13 km
  • Flatiron Building: 16 km
  • Statue of Liberty: 16 km
  • Empire State Building: 17 km
  • One World Trade Center: 12 km
  • National September 11 Memorial & Museum: 11 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Cameron Pond: 6 km
  • Peak Lookout Hill (55m): 6 km

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • Coney Island Beach: 8 km
  • Franklin D. Roosevelt Boardwalk and Beach: 9 km

Public transport:

  • Metro Bay Ridge-95th Street: 1.2 km
  • Train71st Street (BMT West End Line): 2.8 km
  • Train79th Street (BMT West End Line): 2.4 km
  • Metro86th Street (BMT Fourth Avenue Line): 650 m

Closest airports:

  • New York Skyports Seaplane Base: 18 km
  • Newark Liberty International Airport: 31 km
  • John F. Kennedy International Airport: 20 km

Facilities

General:

  • Air conditioning
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron

Kitchen:

  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Private bathroom
  • Hairdryer

Services:

  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Wake-up service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Room service

Wellness:

  • Fitness centre

Living Area:

  • Desk

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Chinese

Safety & security:

  • Safety deposit box

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Luggage storage
  • Lockers
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House Rules at avid hotels – Brooklyn Dyker Heights, an IHG Hotel

Check-in:

  • From 15:00
  • Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out:

  • Until 11:00

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

9.3

Comfort:

9.4

Location:

8.5

Facilities:

9.1

Cleanliness:

9.4

Value for money:

8.9