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Aura Hotel Times Square

Property class: 4
4-star hotel near Times Square

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and a view of the city through large windows.
A modern lobby with a sofa, two potted plants, a central table with a vase, and two elevators.
A modern interior with a herringbone floor, a potted plant, a window with blinds, and a light fixture.
A modern living room with a sofa, a round coffee table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a large window with a city view.
A hotel entrance with a glass canopy, a sign for 'AURA HOTEL,' and a Christmas tree decoration.

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.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a window with a view of a building.

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, a radiator, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a window with a view of a building.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(89 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a desk, a chair, and a mirror.

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a desk, a chair, and a mirror.

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(57 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a desk, a chair, and a mirror.

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

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

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Deluxe Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(85 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room (Full)

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, white bedding, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room (Full)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(75 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a desk, a chair, and a mirror.

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(179 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a floor lamp, and a radiator.

Suite, 1 Bedroom

7.4 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Penthouse (Suite)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and a view of the city through large windows.

Penthouse (Suite)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

APARTMENT ONE BEDROOM

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

APARTMENT DELUXE ONE BEDROOM

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

APARTMENT POOL VIEW ONE BEDROOM

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

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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) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Harbor Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rosetta Bakery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jollibee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 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 fire extinguisher and 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 fire extinguisher and 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 10.1 mi (31-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 Aug 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aura Hotel Times Square on Aug 23, 2026 start from $221, 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 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 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. 1981 out of 3372 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 778 out of 3372 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 335 out of 3372 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 128 out of 3372 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 150 out of 3372 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

christina

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean accommodations great service close to everything we loved our stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent and great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ran

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean hotel , location very good
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Damani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was super clean and close to where we were going! I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was conveniently located and nice enough for my needs this trip.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, including Danny on the desk who was very helpful!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel , great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff were friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! The hotel is super cute, clean, and has friendly staff. I can't wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

maryza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, excellent location, clean room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying here it was right in time square and the hotel was clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Viktor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Blesila Bacani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and staff very courteous and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, small and cute hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, crystal clean, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was nice, very convenient location. Staff was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The team at the front desk was awesome! I am a solo female traveler, and I felt incredibly safe and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient and close to Times Square.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly staff. Very comfortable memory foam beds!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very professionally run with staff that are friendly and helpful. The rooms are a good size for the area and price. Location is great for Broadway shows and mid-town activities. Really a great choice if you need a home base while you have fun or business in New York.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.Clean rooms
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

C Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and well maintained. The staff were nice, friendly and very helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
room was very clean, great location, very attentive staff especially housekeeping and luggage handlers
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and wonderful location. Rooms were clean and couldn't hear much noise from the room.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026

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