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Empire Hotel

Property class: 4
4-star boutique hotel near Lincoln Center

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Lobby sitting area
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Rooftop bar, pool views, open daily
Poolside bar
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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44 W 63rd St, New York, NY, 10023
  • Place, Columbus Circle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lincoln Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Central Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room (2 Double Beds)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room (2 Double Beds)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • City view
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(32 reviews)
  • City view
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Junior Suite (2 Double Beds)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)
  • 385 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite (1 King Bed) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Junior Suite (1 King Bed)

  • City view
  • 385 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Double Bed (Express)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 Double Bed (Express)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(33 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.2 out of 10
Good
(245 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Corner

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Corner

  • City view
  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

7.0 out of 10
Good
(171 reviews)
  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(111 reviews)
  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(27 reviews)
  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

New York

Heart of New York.A stay at this Manhattan hotel places you steps from Lincoln Center and within a 5-minute walk of Juilliard School. Columbus Circle and Central Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Columbus Circle - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lincoln Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Central Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Rockefeller Center - 15 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Times Square - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • 66 St. - Lincoln Center Station - 2 min walk
  • New York W 32nd St. Station - 4 min drive
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Smith - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Empire Hotel - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪P.J. Clarke's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Rosetta Bakery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Breads Bakery - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Empire Hotel

4-star boutique hotel near Lincoln Center
Empire Hotel offers its guests a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include meeting rooms, coworking spaces, and limo/town car service. A rooftop terrace, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Empire Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This Art Deco New York hotel is smoke free.

  • 427 guestrooms or units
  • 11 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1923
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Empire Hotel offers 427 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding, irons/ironing boards, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (USD 52 per day)
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 81 per day)

Food and drink

  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (50 inch wide door)
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per accommodation, per day, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 125
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 11 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 22.89 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • 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.

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 52 per day
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 81 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per day plus USD 125 one-time cleaning fee
  • 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
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.
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. This property uses a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
  • One child 11 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Empire Hotel
Empire Hotel New York
Empire New York
Hotel Empire
Empire Hotel Hotel
Empire Hotel New York
Empire Hotel Hotel New York

Frequently asked questions

How close is Empire Hotel to the airport?

Empire Hotel is 8.3 mi (38-min drive) away from the LaGuardia Airport (LGA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Empire Hotel?

As of Apr 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Empire Hotel on Apr 27, 2026 start from $191, including 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 Empire Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Empire Hotel.

Does Empire Hotel offer free breakfast?

Empire Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Empire Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Resorts World Casino (24-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Empire Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Empire Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 52 per day, and valet parking for USD 81 per day.

Does Empire Hotel have a pool?

Empire Hotel features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Does Empire Hotel have a restaurant?

There are 3 onsite restaurants, offering options like American cuisine, a poolside location, and pool views.

Does Empire Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Empire Hotel to downtown New York?

Empire Hotel is 4.2 mi away from New York.

Empire Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2700 out of 6805 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1651 out of 6805 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1202 out of 6805 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 621 out of 6805 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 631 out of 6805 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

PATRICIA, THEODORE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Staff are great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

2/10 Terrible

Jamaal

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is outdated, doesn’t have well informed staff, foul smelling, and roach infested. Upon entering this hotel you will notice that it is blazing hot. We noticed the thermostat was set at 85 and even for late march where winter is still hanging on, that was way too hot. We reserved two rooms yet the front desk could only find one. After many frustrating minutes they miraculously found our second room. We go upstairs to our two, tiny, should be city view (but is not) rooms to find that one room smells absolutely disgusting, putrid even. So much so that we immediately go back to the front desk to ask for another room, and they obliged. One of rooms had stained bedding and a chunk of porcelain missing from the bathroom sink, neither room had good lighting and I could only assume that’s to disguise nasty things hiding and lurking around. We found a dead roach and a live roach crawling around in our room. This sent us over the edge and we immediately checked out but not before the front desk asked us to send our pictures of the roach to housekeeping. I’ve noticed in other reviews people mentioning roaches so I do not think this is an isolated incident nor do I think they are doing anything to mitigate the issue. Keep away from this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

6/10 Okay

Hilda

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Many at front desk were rude and curt. Keenan was the one salvation who showed compassion. Rust was noticeable in rooms and suite had a long clanking bang from heater beginning at 3:am
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
This is an old hotel and it has the same problems most old NYC hotels have, but the staff is trying. First, my room was cold and the window couldn't shut. They gave me a space heater. That helped. Secondly, my window view looked out at hotel equipment and a high rise 20 ttaway.. No option there but to change rooms. Next, the bathroom was so small you had to be in it on top of the toilet to close the door. The safe security code in the room became invalid after a few days. Room service doesn't appreciate those who sleep late. They'll just skip your room, even if you take down your "Do Not Disturb" sign. The bottom line with this hotel: the best thing about it is location. Otherwise, it's a constant struggle with a staff that has seen your problems before and is trying to deal with it.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the best time at the Hotel Empire! The staff was extremely accommodating, welcoming and helpful. They also held our bags for hours until we could check in; big plus in our eyes! The rooms were excellent and the rooftop bar was an added bonus! Would stay again and highly recommend others giving it a try as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

PEGGY NATHALIE

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

2/10 Terrible

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline, RESTON

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Marc

The room was okay but the heater was a disaster and the way too early garbage trucks outside were an inconvenienc.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Anke

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
The room was a good size, we had a great view of Lincoln Center... couldn't get the safe to work, and the bathroom sink was missing a plug (reported to front desk, but did not get fixed). Tried calling 0 for reception but nobody picked up...
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was just fine, however Ariel made our stay better with his help to check in earlier than expected, as we had arrived very early in the morning to the city, and were extremely tired!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool vibe to the hotel and close to Jazz at Lincoln Center.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Joanne

Room was very dark and could use a refresh. Would have loved to have coffee available
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

danielle

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Gilbert Ian

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
1. Staff gave my room to a different guest even though I already booked and paid for it in advance. Their reason is that I arrived one day late. My argument is that, even though I arrived late, they shouldn’t gave my room because it is paid. I didn’t even cancel it, and they didn’t even call to ask. 2. Room is dirty. A lot of dust around the fridge area and the safe. Floor is worn out and you can see the dirt. 3. Doorman scammed and misinformed me. I was browsing outside for a taxi but couldn’t find one. So I was about to use the lyft when he offer if I would want a taxi. I said yes, and he said he is going to call one. I thought that he is going to call from outside but he instead texted a person. He said that sometimes taxi is cheaper than lyft. To my surprise, I thought the taxi is going to use the meter, but instead the driver said that it was a fixed rate. He told me that the doorman should have informed me. Lyft charges $71 to go to JFK while the fixed rate cost me 95 plus fees to a total of 100. Don’t trust the doorman. This hotel just looks good in the lobby but the room is dirty.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Lena

There was a long dark hair in my bed. The paint was peeling on the bathroom door and window. It had a desk but no chair. But the staff was friendly. Location convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Valerie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We enjoyed our stay, the room was clean and comfortable, and the staff was pleasant and professional. The location across the street from Lincoln Center Plaza was perfect for the January Operas at the MET. Unlimited free bottled water was a nice extra, and wifi was fast and reliable. There were no problems during our stay, but it does seem that security is rather lax with easy lobby access from the adjacent Mexican restaurant, no room access restrictions in the elevator.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice but tired. Cracking paint and a very old PTAC unit was noisy. The shower control did not isolate the handheld shower from the ceiling shower head, so the handheld sprayed water all the time. Big waste of water. I believe the mechanical ventilation system for the bathroom is not working as moisture from the shower in the bathroom stays for a long time. The front desk staff were super nice and provided water at any time asked for. We would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My stay was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Laura Elizabeth

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Lauren

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room heat was broken. It was unbearably hot. We could not sleep. We asked for it to be fixed 3x to no avail. We cracked the window and then there was ridiculous noise of a fan (sounded like a jet) from the alley below. The lobby is nice -but if you want to sleep comfortably, choose a different hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Joshua

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds were extremely uncomfortable, AC would not go below 74 degrees. We stayed on the 11th floor and you could hear what sounded like furniture being dragged across the floor above us as early as 6am. WTH, was someone cleaning the roof? Rust in the bathroom door frame on the bottom left. Will not be staying here again. Also, the shower valve doesn't make sense. Difficult to find the correct position for hot water.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Toni

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at the Empire Hotel for 2 nights. Hotel room was nice and clean, staff is incredible!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nora

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026