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The Watson Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Central Park

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Outdoor pool
Property grounds
Gift shop
Lobby
Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

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440 West 57th Street, New York, NY, 10019-3013
  • Place, Columbus Circle
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Central Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Broadway
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Queen Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Queen Room

  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

New York

Manhattan stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Manhattan hotel, you'll find Central Park and Broadway. Also, Lincoln Center is within half a mile (1 km) and Times Square is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Columbus Circle - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Central Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Broadway - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Lincoln Center - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Times Square - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • New York W 32nd St. Station - 4 min drive
  • 59 St. - Columbus Circle Station - 4 min walk
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rise - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Justino's Pizzeria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Flame Diner - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Birch Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rex - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Watson Hotel

3-star hotel near Central Park
The Watson Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. Multilingual staff, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly The Watson Hotel. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star New York hotel is smoke free.

  • 591 guestrooms or units
  • 18 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1964
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Watson Hotel offers 591 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. 40-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and refrigerators can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Refrigerator on request

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 52 per day)
  • Limited onsite valet parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 28.69 for adults and USD 28.69 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

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
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 35.44
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 35.43
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per day.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Destination fee: USD 20 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 buffet breakfast: approximately USD 28.69 for adults and USD 28.69 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 52 per day
  • Early check-in fee: USD 35.44 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 35.43 (subject to availability)
  • An in-room refrigerator is available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per day

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 10 AM to 6 PM.

Property is also known as

Watson Hotel New York
Watson Hotel
Watson New York
Holiday Inn Midtown 57th Street
Holiday Inn Midtown New York
Holiday Inn Midtown Manhattan
Holiday Inn Manhattan Midtown
The Watson Hotel Hotel
The Watson Hotel New York
The Watson Hotel Hotel New York

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Watson Hotel to the airport?

The Watson Hotel is 15.9 mi (39-min drive) away from the LaGuardia Airport (LGA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Watson Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Watson Hotel.

Does The Watson Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Watson Hotel, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 28.69 for adults and USD 28.69 for children. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 11 AM.

Is there a casino at The Watson Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Empire City Casino (19-min drive) and Resorts World Casino (23-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The Watson Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in costs USD 35.44 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at The Watson Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 52 per day.

Does The Watson Hotel have a pool?

The Watson Hotel features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 10 AM to 6 PM.

Does The Watson Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Watson Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Watson Hotel to downtown New York?

The Watson Hotel is 4 mi away from New York.

The Watson Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 257 out of 999 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 396 out of 999 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 189 out of 999 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 86 out of 999 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 71 out of 999 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kingsley

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Joshua

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of the city
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

2/10 Terrible

Dave, NYC

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They are closed and now a homeless shelter. No check in available and full of homeless.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay at the hotel. The room was very clean and face the street which I loved. Because I love sunlight in the morning. Great lounge that I will enjoy on my next stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The reception was neither welcoming nor rude. Not that it matters to me but I thought I should mention it for others. It's an old hotel but you can see that the management is making every effort to please. The towels are fresh comparable to any 5 star establishment and the toiletries are plenty. The room was warm despite the chill outside I later realised they left the window 'stuck' open to let the 'fresh' air (and the fresh noise) in. Halfway between Central Park and Times Square you can walk to both provided you don't do it on the same day of course. And the bed didn't disappoint either.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Nestor

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Stay at the Watson!

Our stay was fabulous. My wife and I were among the last guests before the hotel was closed. Everyone was friendly and helpful. Considering what was/is going on, I was quite impressed with the overall professional performance of the staff. This place is a keeper. To better days, Cheers James
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
was perfectly located to my needs and quite and close to park and shopping
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The behind workers was really nice..not the downstairs or front desk... The toilet didn't flush proper, no fridge or microwave,
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Rooms are bigger than many in NYC. Very nice staff that have been there for many many years. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

4/10 Poor

Hanna, Seattle

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Location is what gave this property a star for me. It was easy to get to most places in downtown by taking the subway. Your a walk distance to time square and the SW corner or Central Park. Be prepared for absolutely irritable staff. We stayed 4 days and every single day had a different staff member with what felt like no patience regarding questions....our room had ants. They did move us for it. Also the walls are paper thin...we also got moved for a total of 2 times because the noises in the rooms across the hall were so bad.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very sad the pool deck was only seasonal! Even if the pool is closed it would have been amazing to see the city from the deck. Overall it was great! Clean hotel, friendly staff. Will def. be back! Oh and the wings at the skylight lounge were to Die for. We are them for 3 nights in a row!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was excellent, staff was excellent and friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Mary

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, close to restaurants and sights.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Carlo

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
For what i paid it was fine.good location easy check in
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Good Value

What you see in the photos is what you get. For this price, I found this to be a decent hotel in a good area. The room was clean but by no means luxurious, although the beds and pillows were very comfortable. Overall, I would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent,Service was lovely.Quick and fast also.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
It is a great location and the rooms are a nice size for the price. But, you can hear everything from the neighboring rooms. I can’t tell you how many door slams I heard all hours of the night. I woke up to the smell of overwhelming cigarette smoke one morning. That night I had to change rooms as the bathroom ceiling was leaking (think a moderate rain) into my bathroom. At least that next morning I didn’t have to wake up to the smell of smoke. But I was tired from being woke up by the sound of water, having to pack and change rooms. I will not stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020