HGU New York

4.0 star property
4-star luxury hotel near Empire State Building

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Cozy retreat with a large bed, tufted headboard, and plush throw blanket.
Cozy up by the fireplace in this elegant living room, featuring a marble fireplace, leather armchairs, and a round coffee table.
Relax in the stylish lounge area with sofas and armchairs arranged around a central table.
Stunning entrance with three arched doorways, ornate columns, and decorative moldings.
Relax in a shaded outdoor seating area surrounded by lush greenery and urban views.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
34 East 32nd Street, New York, NY, 10016
  • Empire State Building
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Macy's
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Times Square
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • New York, NY (LGA-LaGuardia)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 120 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 220 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(55 reviews)
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(55 reviews)
  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

New York

Heart of New York.Within a 10-minute walk of this Manhattan hotel, you'll find Empire State Building and Madison Square Park. Also, Macy's is within half a mile (1 km) and Chrysler Building is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Empire State Building - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Macy's - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Madison Square Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Grand Central Terminal - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Times Square - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • 33 St. Station (Park Av. S) - 1 min walk
  • New York W 32nd St. Station - 6 min walk
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sweetgreen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wolfgang's Steakhouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Her Name Is Han - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Five Guys - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk

About this property

HGU New York

4-star luxury hotel near Empire State Building
There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the luxury HGU New York. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star New York hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 90 guestrooms or units
  • 10 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1905
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
HGU New York offers 90 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. This New York hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

Languages

Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 60 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 25 for adults and USD 25 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium channels

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 30 lbs per pet)
  • 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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Destination fee: USD 28.69 per accommodation, per night

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 continental breakfast: approximately USD 25 for adults and USD 25 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 60 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

  • 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).

Property is also known as

Hotel Grand Union New York
HGU New York Hotel
Grand Union New York
Grand Union Hotel New York
Grand Union New York City
HGU Hotel
HGU New York
HGU New York Hotel
HGU New York New York
HGU New York Hotel New York

Frequently asked questions

How close is HGU New York to the airport?

HGU New York is 8.6 mi (25-min drive) away from the LaGuardia Airport (LGA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at HGU New York?

As of Jul 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HGU New York on Jul 20, 2025 start from $129.49, 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 HGU New York have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at HGU New York.

How close is HGU New York to the beach?

This hotel is 19 mi (46-min drive) from Coney Island Beach.

Does HGU New York offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at HGU New York, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 25 for adults and USD 25 for children. It's available every day from 7 AM to 11 AM.

Is there a casino at HGU New York?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Resorts World Casino (18-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at HGU New York?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at HGU New York?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 60 per night.

Does HGU New York have a pool?

HGU New York does not have a pool.

Does HGU New York have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does HGU New York have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is HGU New York to downtown New York?

HGU New York is 2.6 mi away from New York.

HGU New York Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 467 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 258 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 149 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 76 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 54 out of 1004 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kristina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The heat did not work, it was very loud, old building and room, tiny room, expired body lotion
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Vanessa

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

Satisfied! Would stay again

Perfect for our one night stay, our room was very quiet you would have no idea you’re in NYC.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cemaliye

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was in a very central spot and very near to the Empire State Building - ideal for the metro connections and for visiting all areas of manhattan. The hotel was Modern and the room had the biggest and comfiest bed ( the rooms were cleaned daily) the shower was large and the room was lovely.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Quirico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Imer

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

IVAN KAMILO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yusuke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Evan

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

8/10 Good

Ion

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I’m a tea person and drink tea day and night, so when I found out there is no tea kettle I panicked, fortunately when I went to front desk the staff promptly said they could provide one and delivered to my room within minutes. The service and the tea kettle made the staying an enjoyable experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

kaitlyn, seattle

Pictures looked much nicer in booking than the actual property
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Chimere

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

Will be the last time

This is my second time staying with then and believe this will be my last this this the second time I stay where there was an issue with the plumbing. I notify the front desk they send someone but they didn’t fix the issue they just show us how to work around the issue. The plumbing is not the best and they need to do something about. Also they charge my credit card a holding incident fee which I was made aware but when I check out they charge credit card a another fee which I wasn’t aware why are they charging several fee when you already paid for the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Anthony, Greenville R

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was very small but clean comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittney

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

carrie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness

Needs some help

I like the hotel, room/bed/pillows were nice. But the heat and phone did not work at all. I notified front desk, who sent engineer, but nothing was fixed, for 3 days. Luckily there was a small space heater and light blanket provided or it would have been way too cold. I think it’s dangerous not to have a working phone in the room. Cafe/food was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Ege

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

adam

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
heat did not work. floor was seperarated. could hear every and anything outside and we stayed on the 8th floor.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Blake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No smart tv. Limited ventilation, windows are extremely small. No room service. I don’t know why it’s part of SLH, this hotel is not luxurious. But overall, the hotel is good.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

R Allen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Borderline fatigue.

Have stayed there for about 10 yrs. Love the neighborhood, but this hotel is getting a little tired.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025