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Aura Hotel Times Square

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Times Square

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Relax in a stylish living area with a plush sofa, flat-screen TV, and minimalist decor.
Two single beds with white linens and wooden headboards, a desk and chair, and a radiator under the window.
Welcome to our reception area, featuring two reception desks and a beautiful artwork.
Welcome to the Aura Hotel, featuring a sleek entrance with a revolving door and illuminated sconces.
Relax in our inviting lobby, featuring a cozy seating area with a sofa, side tables, and potted plants.

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(60 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

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

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed

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

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(43 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

View all photos for Standard Room (Full)

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

Standard Room (Full)

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

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (with Roll-In Shower)

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

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (with Roll-In Shower)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(61 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with premium channels, TV

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 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
  • ‪Jollibee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Brooklyn Diner - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Connolly's Pub & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Royal Grill Halal Food - ‬1 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.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Portuguese, Spanish

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Jul 27 - Jul 28
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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 Jul 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aura Hotel Times Square on Aug 17, 2025 start from $131.97, 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.

Aura Hotel Times Square Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1269 out of 2197 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 518 out of 2197 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 207 out of 2197 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 94 out of 2197 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 109 out of 2197 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

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

8/10 Good

Alan

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy, Saginaw

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, accessible to Times Square easily walkable around Times Square and Broadway all the way to Central Park. Staff is friendly and it’s a great value
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Benny

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

10/10 Excellent

Donna

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

Great quiet spot in Times Square

Our family of 4 took the train to NYC to see a few shows, so we didn't use any local parking. The hotel was super convenient in the Times Square area, but was amazingly quiet, with the rooms seemingly set back between some buildings to provide some buffer. It was on a street that had a lot to offer, but not in the crazy, busy mix of a main road. We frequented the Whole Foods around the block for reasonably priced water and snacks. Having a mini-fridge/microwave would be a big help, but we were only there 2 nights, so a short trip and made due. Our room was wonderful and the staff friendly. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

tabatha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
We liked the location of the hotel and the art deco design. We liked the complementary drink voucher for an adjacent bar on our first night.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Toni

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Do not stay here!! The location was the only positive thing about this hotel. We thought, after reading loads of reviews, that this would be a great hotel but we were mistaken. We had a terrible experience at this hotel and would not recommend it to anyone. The bed wasn’t comfortable at all and then broke shortly after we arrived in the room. When the maintenance staff came to check it, the response was: “Yeah, it’s broken and we don’t have a spare part, so maybe ask to move rooms.” When we spoke to the person on reception to rectify the issue, there were no other rooms available (we were in a suite with the kids), and no compensation was offered. Our heating didn’t work. The shower ran hot and cold. The kids’ sofa bed wasn’t made when we got there, and instead of making it up for us when we rang down, they just sent sheets up for us to do it. The lifts broke on one of the days. It was just one thing after the other. The manager avoided us the whole time, refusing to speak to us, and has since refused to respond to any emails. It’s honestly pathetic.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

FRANKIE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jenny

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Lindsey

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My girlfriends and I visited NYC and stayed at this hotel, and it turned out to be a big mistake. When we first entered the hotel room, we were shocked by how small the two-bedroom actually was. The pictures online were misleading. Additionally, there was a musty smell in the room, including the towels. When I went to take a shower, the water unexpectedly turned ice cold, forcing me to finish my shower in freezing temperatures. We also never received any hand soap during our entire stay. We shared our concerns with the staff, who were polite but didn’t seem to make much effort to address these issues. Overall, I would recommend looking for a different place to stay..
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Alexander, Alexandria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The main negative point is the fact that many rooms don’t have chairs. When I asked the front desk, they gave me a metal folding chair for the duration of the stay. Very inconvenient not to have a single chair in a room for many reasons. Unexpected. The receptionist tried to justify it by saying that there’s no enough space. That is not true as we fitted the folding chair very easy. On a positive side, location was great and rooms are clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great room, hidden gem.

Amazing room, great service, wonderful place. We'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dara

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

damian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Muy bueno
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Davi

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Leo

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025