u/PrimaryBuffalo9700

Hi everyone. I have read a bunch of where to stay posts and I think i may be looking for a unicorn but I figure I’d ask the experts.

I’ll be running NYC this November, and I’ll be traveling with my husband, my parents, and our three kids (all under 5).

my daughter has special needs, and because she can elope, she rides in a stroller for safety. My two other children will likely be in strollers as well, so I’m trying to make race day as easy and low-stress as possible for my family while I’m out on the course.

I’d love recommendations for:

1. A hotel that’s more budget-friendly than the Central Park area but still convenient for race weekend.

2. A spectator spot in Manhattan that’s easy to get to with multiple strollers and young kids, where they can see me without dealing with huge crowds or complicated transportation.

I know I may be looking for a unicorn, but I’d really appreciate any suggestions from people who’ve done the race with small children. Thank you!

Hi everyone. I have read a bunch of where to stay posts and I think i may be looking for a unicorn but I figure I’d ask the experts.

I’ll be running NYC this November, and I’ll be traveling with my husband, my parents, and our three kids (all under 5).

my daughter has special needs, and because she can elope, she rides in a stroller for safety. My two other children will likely be in strollers as well, so I’m trying to make race day as easy and low-stress as possible for my family while I’m out on the course.

I’d love recommendations for:

1. A hotel that’s more budget-friendly than the Central Park area but still convenient for race weekend.

2. A spectator spot in Manhattan that’s easy to get to with multiple strollers and young kids, where they can see me without dealing with huge crowds or complicated transportation.

I know I may be looking for a unicorn, but I’d really appreciate any suggestions from people who’ve done the race with small children. Thank you!

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