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Aura Hotel Times Square

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Times Square

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Reception
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Reception
Penthouse (Suite) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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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, Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

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

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

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

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

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

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

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

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

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

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

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

Deluxe Double Room

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

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

Standard Room (Full)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(65 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(158 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

7.4 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 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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  • Pet friendly
  • 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) - 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 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 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 Apr 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aura Hotel Times Square on Apr 19, 2026 start from $202, 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.

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. 1694 out of 2910 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 676 out of 2910 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 287 out of 2910 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 118 out of 2910 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 135 out of 2910 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paula, Manchester

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

4/10 Poor

Cynthia, Hyde Park

Disliked: Amenities
I previously reported that the room I originally reserved and paid for was not assigned. I had to make repeated calls requesting the 2 beds I originally ordered. Also, several staff gave me different information regarding parking access for the New Year’s Eve holiday, which caused me to incur further expenses. There were no vending machines or snack bars. Not even a bottle of water in the room. I had to go out in the middle of the night and walk to buy a snack and water. Previously I was transferred to speak with the manager, KeShawn before I arrived regarding the room and his voicemail was full!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is in the perfect spot to be central and walkable to everything. Subways are close, and there are plenty of restaurant options nearby. The staff was amazing...friendly and helpful, and the room was so clean and the perfect size. We loved our stay and can't say enough great things. Will definitely stay again when in the city!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

kelli

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very clean and staff were friendly! Rooms are small but to be expected in NYC. Location was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy Don, Russellville

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet which was well in the heart of Times Square. Look forward to getting back to our cozy room. Front Desk was friendly and stored our luggage all day.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany S

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room with very helpful and friendly staff and walking distance to popular areas/sights
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

faten

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Jana

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Morgan

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Location was amazing but amenities were bare. Didn’t even have Netflix on the TV, poorly completed renovations (painting was rough & roof had stains) and bathrooms were outdated compared to the rest of the hotel. The bed was amazing. Staff were so beyond lovely especially at the front desk. The the view was of a dirty air con unit despite paying for an upgraded room. Very overpriced for the room.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kareem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was roomy and in a perfect location!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniela, Coral gables

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dexter

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Half a block from time square. Kept our luggage as we had a late flight. Room was clean. Room is small. Elevators are small.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy M

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and very nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I didn’t have hot water, so I had to change hotels after 1 night. Looking at other reviews for this hotel, this is a common issue. The people working at the hotel are very nice and the room was clean, so it’s unfortunate that they are having a hot water issue that hasn’t been addressed.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The hotel was fine but I had an issue with my bill. I prepaided for parking. I booked 2 nights but my confirmation said 4 nights. The person at the desk said I was only being chearged for 2 nights. But when I got my final receipt I was charged for 4 nights. I emailed the hotel but I never heard back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Venus

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed in the penthouse suite it great the water wasn’t hot it was warm that’s only thing I didn’t like about my room
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

carrie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was warm and welcoming - particularly the luggage storage staff! Rooms were clean and beds were comfortable. Fabulous location! The only slight negative was the fact that there is a window a/c unit that allows cold air seepage in the very cold weather we experienced during our stay. Overall, the room accommodated three comfortably and we had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome room. Spacious and great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Caleb

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place for the price
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, not real big but plenty of room. Elevators are small. Convenient location with decent clean rooms. We’d stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025