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HGU New York

4.0 star property
4-star luxury hotel near Empire State Building

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King Standard | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar
A modern lounge area with leather sofas, black tables, and a fireplace.
A spacious lounge area with leather sofas, tables, and a fireplace.
Front of property
A library with bookshelves, a fireplace, and leather chairs.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk

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34 East 32nd Street, New York, NY, 10016
  • Place, Empire State Building
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, 5th Avenue
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Macy's
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

A bedroom with a large bed, a headboard, bedside lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a door leading to a bathroom.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(69 reviews)
  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(77 reviews)
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, wardrobe, and a small sitting area with a bench.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • 220 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a wooden wardrobe, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a bed.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • 120 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

A bedroom with a large bed, a headboard, bedside lamps, a framed picture, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a view into the living area.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

New York

Heart of New York.Within a 10-minute walk of this Manhattan hotel, you'll find Empire State Building and Madison Square Park. Also, Macy's is within half a mile (1 km) and Chrysler Building is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Empire State Building - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • 5th Avenue - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Macy's - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Madison Square Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Grand Central Terminal - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • 33 St. Station (Park Av. S) - 2 min walk
  • New York W 32nd St. Station - 6 min walk
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sweetgreen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pret A Manger - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wolfgang's Steakhouse - ‬2 min walk

About this property

HGU New York

4-star luxury hotel near Empire State Building
As a guest of HGU New York, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. The luxury HGU New York also features express check-in, a front-desk safe, and an elevator. For a fee, parking is available.

This Beaux Arts New York hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 90 guestrooms or units
  • 10 levels
  • Built in 1905
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
HGU New York offers 90 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. This New York hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 60 per night)

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium channels

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
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 not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Destination fee: USD 28.69 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.

  • Valet parking fee: USD 60 per night

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
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
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, 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 in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Hotel Grand Union New York
HGU New York Hotel
Grand Union New York
Grand Union Hotel New York
Grand Union New York City
HGU Hotel
HGU New York
HGU New York Hotel
HGU New York New York
HGU New York Hotel New York

Frequently asked questions

How close is HGU New York to the airport?

HGU New York is 9.5 mi (26-min drive) away from the LaGuardia Airport (LGA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at HGU New York?

As of Aug 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HGU New York on Aug 9, 2026 start from $183, 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 HGU New York have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at HGU New York.

How close is HGU New York to the beach?

This hotel is 18.8 mi (46-min drive) from Coney Island Beach.

Does HGU New York offer free breakfast?

HGU New York does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at HGU New York?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Resorts World Casino (21-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at HGU New York?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at HGU New York?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 60 per night.

Does HGU New York have a pool?

HGU New York does not have a pool.

Does HGU New York have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is HGU New York to downtown New York?

HGU New York is 2.6 mi away from New York.

HGU New York Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 555 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 230 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 126 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 1003 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for 5 days in April and I really loved it. Staff were very friendly. Our room was clean and very comfy. It was my first time in NYC and I'm so happy we stayed here, it was honestly wonderful. The cafe in the front of the hotel was lovely too. I'd stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff and great coffee shop!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adrianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location, cafe conveniently in the hotel, super quick help from staff was a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Johan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with good location. 100% value for money.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rodrigo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very well located, friendly and helpful staff. The room was sparkling clean, bed very comfortable, quiet. I’d definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Entire hotel was clean and staff was very helpful. Standard King room was a little tight in space.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria

very nice and chic
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and the staff friendly. The coffee bar in the lobby was a great convience.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable staff was amazing so nice and accommodating I will absolutely be back
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Isobel

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

10/10 Excellent

Heather Price

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was immaculate and the service were wonderful! All-round perfect stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Madely

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient for an overnight stay in NY. Lots of stores to visit that are close of a walk. Room was tiny, but still comfortable enough to move around and get dressed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable, staff was friendly and helpful, food was delicious in the cafe and not even a block from the subway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Memphis

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! Nice staff, rooms aren’t too small! Will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa Gabriela Milian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The coffee shop next to the hotel was amazing. Your down the street from so many restaurants and bars. It’s a great place
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jennifer J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was attentive and kind. No complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
super neat little place. I was solo traveling and this place was perfect for my situation. room was a bit small but how much does one really need after all? super convenient location, incredibly friendly staff, and the room itself had everything one could ask for. would definitely return in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nayelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was kind and helpful - room was clean and any requests were resolved quickly!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Restaurants and bar are under construction.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

udean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful stay. The room was clean and quite lovely. Check in staff was very pleasant and welcoming. I will definitely stay at HGU again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kannan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is very good. The room was quite small. The a/c did not work well - the staff was nice and they gave us a box fan, but it was too hot and could not get much sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10/10 cleaning staff was the best I’ve had in NY
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

RUBEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room but very small.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

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