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Aura Hotel Times Square

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Times Square

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Penthouse (Suite) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning

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120 W 44th St, New York, NY, 10036
  • Place, Times Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Broadway
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Central Terminal
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(68 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(45 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed, Roll-in Shower

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Deluxe Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(67 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room (Full) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Standard Room (Full)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(60 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(142 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, Multiple Beds | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with premium channels, TV

Suite, Multiple Beds

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Penthouse (Suite) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Penthouse (Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

New York

Manhattan stay.A stay at this Manhattan hotel places you steps from Times Square and within a 5-minute walk of Bryant Park. Broadway and 5th Avenue are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Times Square - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Broadway - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bryant Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Grand Central Terminal - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Madison Square Garden - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • 42 St. - Bryant Pk. Station - 3 min walk
  • Grand Central - 42 St. Station - 8 min walk
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tony's Di Napoli - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy's Corner - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Virgil's Real BBQ - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bar 54 - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Aura Hotel Times Square

4-star hotel near Times Square
There are 2 restaurants on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. A 24-hour fitness center, multilingual staff, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly Aura Hotel Times Square. Parking is available for a fee. A complete renovation of Aura Hotel Times Square was completed in May 2024.

This 4-star New York hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 234 guestrooms or units
  • 16 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Built in 1933
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Aura Hotel Times Square offers 234 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries. This New York hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 0.8 miles (USD 55 per night)
  • Secured self parking on site (USD 55 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 27 to 108 for adults and USD 27 to 108 for children
  • 2 restaurants

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Stereo

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 150.00 per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 150 per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 30 lbs per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 9 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee: USD 40.17 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Phone calls

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 27 to 108 for adults, and USD 27 to 108 for children
  • Secured self parking fee: USD 55 per night
  • Offsite parking fee: USD 55 per night (0.8 mi away)
  • Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 150.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 9 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Hotel Mela
Hotel Mela New York
Mela Hotel
Mela New York
Mela Hotel New York City
Hotel Mela Times Square
Mela Times Square
Hotel Mela Times Square
Aura Hotel Times Square Hotel
Aura Hotel Times Square New York

Frequently asked questions

How close is Aura Hotel Times Square to the airport?

Aura Hotel Times Square is 9.2 mi (32-min drive) away from the LaGuardia Airport (LGA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Aura Hotel Times Square?

As of Oct 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aura Hotel Times Square on Oct 19, 2025 start from $198.37, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Aura Hotel Times Square have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Aura Hotel Times Square.

Does Aura Hotel Times Square offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Aura Hotel Times Square, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 27 and 108 for adults, USD 27 and 108 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Aura Hotel Times Square?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Resorts World Casino (22-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Aura Hotel Times Square?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Aura Hotel Times Square?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 55 per night.

Does Aura Hotel Times Square have a pool?

Aura Hotel Times Square does not have a pool.

Does Aura Hotel Times Square have a restaurant?

Aura Hotel Times Square is home to Gatby's Landing, which features American cuisine.

Does Aura Hotel Times Square have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Aura Hotel Times Square to downtown New York?

Aura Hotel Times Square is 3.2 mi away from New York.

Reviews

Aura Hotel Times Square Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1393 out of 2423 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 579 out of 2423 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 231 out of 2423 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 101 out of 2423 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 119 out of 2423 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gregg

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Adrian at the front desk was very helpful when we arrived early. Room was quiet and clean and was serviced daily. Ice machine did not work. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was one of the nicest hotels I've ever stayed in. It was a great stay for the price. The front desk staff were professional and the parking for overnight was a good price. I would definitely consider this hotel again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rosalee

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The short overnight permanence was ruined by the fact that the stuff made a pair of my sunglasses "disappear". I checked out and after a couple hours could not find them anymore, I had a picture of the sunglasses right next to my packed bags in the room, so I knew I left them there. When I called them to ask them if I could just stop there to pick them up they stalled and made me call back around 10 times until only the following day a very rude woman finally picked up and said that there was no glasses found. Having the picture of them in the room right before checking out I explained to her that it was not possible, and that not finding them would mean someone from the staff took them. Her reply "it is just what it is". So guys, in this hotel is customary to steal from clients, just a horrible experience...
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Lesson learned

The front desk refuses to assist anyone via phone. They make you walk down there for any needs. They pick up and slam the phone when you call. Couldn't sleep because the room was so hot, and the smoke detectors are constantly beeping low battery. Only one working elevator, and the door only opens halfway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Chamila de

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

candace

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and nice. Very low water pressure in the shower. Slow, small elevator
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jerry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Location is ideal for Times Square, theater district. Very busy and noisy though. Rooms are small with few amenities BUT VERY CLEAN.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, just don’t use the stairs, only the elevator
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, however quiet even thought it’s close proximity to Times Square. The room was great, bright and spacious with a safe and hairdryer available.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fern C.

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arlene

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente ubicación
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liad

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel, the staff are helpful Very recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Thao Nguyen

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were not soundproof and elevators are very small. Towels were clean but rough. My room was nice and simple but i had trouble maintaining the air conditioning which was loud. Nicely decorated and sufficient for my needs. I didnt understand the 150 depositand you only get half back
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank, Irvine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelli

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My 8 year old daughter and I stayed at the Aura this past week, and we both absolutely loved it! The hotel is small and has that boutique feel that I love (although we stayed in one of the executive rooms and it was rather large for NYC). The room was very clean and decorated tastefully (I loved the fact that it had laminate wood floors rather than carpet too). The location can’t be beat either.. it is literally steps from Times Square, but just far enough that it was still quiet! The staff were also wonderful! They were so friendly and helpful! We will definitely stay here again when we return to NYC!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea, San Carlos

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check-in and check-out was a very easy experience, even though we arrived very late the first night due to flight delays. The hotel staff were pleasant, helpful and friendly. Our room was spotless, nicely appointed and very comfortable. The Aura is a great choice for staying in Times Square!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness
The Bathroom was given only a moderate clean. The Superior room is a closet. Reception staff tho not unfriendly, seemed not too 'smiley'. Location is the only real high end asset the property has, which is really good.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Natasha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
The hotel staff were very friendly. However, the hotel elevators were a constant problem as they were either out of service or just too slow. We waited for almost 10 minutes for the smallest elevator I've ever seen..Also, the shower curtain had mold on it and the shower head was clogged..we were only staying for two nights, so we didn't make an issue of it. .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

A

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommend

Excellent hotel for the price! Super convenient location. The room was modern and had everything I needed. The bed was also super comfortable. Highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025