Conveniently located near Union Square, the Fusion Hotel isn't as
glamorous as its name or its web site suggests. Although the small lobby tries
to look chic and there are funky little video screens dotted around the hotel,
the basic rooms have thin walls and can be noisy, particularly if you are next
to one of the chugging ice machines. They can also be small, without space for
a desk, and dingy. Still, the free Wi-Fi is good and
you get a large safe, a respectable flat screen TV, an iron and ironing board.
The decor is innocuous and the en-site bathrooms are functional. The free
self-service continental breakfast is in a converted bedroom. The buffet
features a large pile of bagels, which you can toast, pastries, small muffins
and respectable cereals. There is also a fruit juice machine and filter coffee.
But you have to eat standing up, so you might grab a bagel and have a proper
breakfast in Starbucks or a nearby cafe.
Although the staff are helpful, the Fusion Hotel will only appeal to
people on a tight budget. 6/10
