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

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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120 W 44th St, New York, NY, 10036
  • Place, Times Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bryant Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, 5th Avenue
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

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

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

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

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Double Room

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

Standard Room (Full)

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

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

Suite, Multiple Beds

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

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. 5th Avenue and Grand Central Terminal are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Broadway - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Times Square - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bryant Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • 5th Avenue - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Grand Central Terminal - 10 min walk - 0.5 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
  • ‪Jollibee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Brooklyn Diner - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tony's Di Napoli - ‬3 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: 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.
  • 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

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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 Feb 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aura Hotel Times Square on Feb 22, 2026 start from $112.05, 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.

How close is Aura Hotel Times Square to the beach?

This hotel is 19.8 mi (54-min drive) from Coney Island Beach.

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 Gatsby'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.

Aura Hotel Times Square Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1598 out of 2777 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 656 out of 2777 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 272 out of 2777 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 118 out of 2777 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 133 out of 2777 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Kenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This place was really good and definitely a great find! Staff location and cleanliness were top tier. Our only complaint was the shower was extremely small. While showering we were unable to move the shower head and it rained down on you as you try to shampoo and wash. The small gap at the bottom of the shower door would also allow a lot of water to spill onto the floor. We were in room 212
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has it all, close to all of the action, but quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great! Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

CLAUDIA

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joachima

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always an excellent stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was such a great stay. Perfect location and nice rooms. We really enjoyed it.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hillary

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Shin Jeong

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What breakfast? Upon check in no one explained any amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Well, we've stay at the Aura Hotel before, just last year. It's hard to believe that for about $100 more per night, the room was actually smaller. The water pressure was low and very inconsistent, not as I remember. The staff is very nice and it is overall vey clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phoebe

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff !
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Emma

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for our honeymoon and wanted everything to be perfect. I’d read a review suggesting to email ahead and request a high floor to avoid street noise, so I did just that. Unfortunately, when we arrived, we were given a room on level 2 facing the street. My husband asked if we could move, but the two people at the front desk said it wasn’t possible that night and to try again in the morning. The first night was extremely noisy — even with earplugs, we could hear the street traffic and the air conditioning was quite loud. The next morning, we asked again and were told nothing was available that day, but we could move the following day. Thankfully, the new room was much better — larger, quieter, and with super comfy beds. It didn’t have a view, but after three nights of uninterrupted sleep (and no 3 a.m. bin men!), we were very happy with it. A big thank you to the concierge team who were fantastic and helped us with our luggage during the move. In hindsight, I wouldn’t bother emailing ahead — it didn’t seem to make a difference. Overall, once we were in the upgraded room, our stay improved a lot, but the first couple of nights were disappointing.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

ronny

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We rented the penthouse number two and so much stuff in there was broker didn’t work. It was unreal.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fatima

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Julian

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, staff was very friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

judy

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was good. Hotel not kept in good condition. There was a water stain on the ceiling. The room needed a wall paint refreshment. The shower leaked, had poor pressure and fluctuated between hot and cold. There was no clock in the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Aviva, Toronto

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Maor

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great staff, great location. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room and comfortable bed. Staff was excellent and perfect Times Square location. Elevators are not great, room was small and shower didn’t get hot sometimes. Overall would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

shaun

Business traveler
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
BEDBUGS!! In PH1. Traveler Beware!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Seow Chee

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samara

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025