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Life Hotel New York

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Empire State Building

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Lobby
Exterior
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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

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19 West 31st Street, New York, NY, 10001
  • Place, Empire State Building
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Macy's
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Madison Square Garden
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(72 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)
  • 110 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, Sofa Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, Sofa Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Futon and 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

New York

Manhattan stay.You'll be steps from Empire State Building and within a 10-minute walk of Macy's with a stay at this Manhattan hotel. Madison Square Garden is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) away.

What's nearby

  • Empire State Building - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Macy's - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Madison Square Garden - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Times Square - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Grand Central Terminal - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • New York W 32nd St. Station - 3 min walk
  • 34 St. Station (Herald Square) - 4 min walk
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jongro BBQ - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Woorijip - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Grace Street Coffee & Desserts - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪OSAMIL Korean Gastropub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪New Wonjo - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Life Hotel New York

3.5-star hotel near Empire State Building
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour fitness center, multilingual staff, and an elevator are also featured at Life Hotel New York.

This 3.5-star New York hotel is smoke free.

  • 98 guestrooms or units
  • 10 levels
  • Built in 1894
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Life Hotel New York offers 98 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 60-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This New York hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Awards and affiliations

This property is affiliated with the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association (IGLTA) and welcomes lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual (LGBTQ+) guests.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available from 6:00 AM to midnight (USD 50 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily on-the-go breakfast available 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar near toilet (31 inches high)
  • Raised toilet seat (17 inches high)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 60-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 150 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 4 years old or younger stays 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 50 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee: USD 33.28 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room bottled water
  • 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 to-go breakfast: approximately USD 0 to 20 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 50 per day (800 ft away; open 6:00 AM to midnight)
  • Pet fee: USD 150 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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, JCB International, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Parcel deliveries will be accepted for a fee only for guests named on the reservation. Any deliveries received more than 2 weeks before a guest's stay will be returned. The hotel cannot be held responsible for lost or damaged goods.

We should mention

  • One child 4 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Herald Hotel
Herald Square Hotel New York
Herald Square New York
Hotel Herald
Hotel Herald Square
The Life Hotel
Life Hotel NoMad
Luxe Life Hotel New York
Life Hotel New York Hotel
Life Hotel New York New York
Life Hotel New York Hotel New York

Frequently asked questions

How close is Life Hotel New York to the airport?

Life Hotel New York is 9.1 mi (35-min drive) away from the LaGuardia Airport (LGA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Life Hotel New York?

As of Oct 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Life Hotel New York on Oct 19, 2025 start from $209.0, 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 Life Hotel New York have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Life Hotel New York.

How close is Life Hotel New York to the beach?

This hotel is 19.1 mi (51-min drive) from Coney Island Beach.

Does Life Hotel New York offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Life Hotel New York, but to-go breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 0 and 20 per person. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a casino at Life Hotel 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 Life Hotel New York?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Life Hotel New York?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Life Hotel New York have a pool?

Life Hotel New York does not have a pool.

Does Life Hotel New York have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Life Hotel New York to downtown New York?

Life Hotel New York is 2.6 mi away from New York.

Reviews

Life Hotel New York Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 718 out of 1259 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 322 out of 1259 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 129 out of 1259 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1259 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1259 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

cory, charlotte

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely gross and dirty hotel. Looks nothing like the pictures, barely any air conditioning, hair all over the bathroom floor, sink leaks, no hot water. I do not understand why this hotel is getting positive reviews. I actually cancelled the remainder of my reservation and booked a new hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Diana F

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They want to charge extra for everything . Rooms are nice, clean and remodeled.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devon

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Life Hotel was very clean, accomodating of all our needs quickly and with a smile, and I liked the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Digmar

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the area because everything was close by. The hotel staff, specifically the woman at the front desk, wasn't very friendly and was a bit rude when I asked her questions about the Wi-Fi password, for example. But the rest was fine!.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
I really liked the size of the room and bathroom. Well designed finishes and work. Very convenient for travelers coming in and out of Grand Central.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Leah

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

Decent place to stay

Air conditioner struggled to cool the room and was loud. Bed was comfy but very soft and the frame was squeaky. Lastly, we were on the second floor directly above the bar so we could hear more noise than desired until closing at midnight. Despite all that, the service was great-super friendly and helpful front desk staff. I would stay again and just ask for a higher room if possible.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Fernando

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Poor conditions of the room, very rude receptionists.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful. Rooms were immaculate and I love that they did not get rid of original details of the building. Great location for transportation and walkability for shows.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Trisha

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Chelsy

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

cyril

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The location is terrific for public transit and is also very walkable. ... The hotel itself is an old building, but it has been nicely renovated. My complaint is that the hotel doesn't have coffee or tea available early enough in the morning. It shouldn't be terribly complicated to have coffee available in the lobby at 6 a.m.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

John

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

Great location, friendly staff.

Great location. First floor room was much smaller than the higher floor we rented in 2023 but friendly helpful staff and again you can't beat the location. Found free weekend parking a block away on 31st street.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Leanne

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely hotel with a very cool bar and nice restaurant on the main level. The location was excellent for taking the subway. There are a lot of shops and restaurants close by and you could easily walk to popular attractions like the Empire State Building and Times Square. The staff was very friendly and our room was really nice and clean. I would have liked a towel holder near the shower, also a mini fridge and coffee maker in the room, although the free cup of coffee at the bar each morning was a nice concession. The food was good although the service at the bar in the morning was slow. Overall I would give it 4.5 stars and would definitely stay at this hotel again.
Restaurant
Lobby bar
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Prentiss

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice place !!!! great room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lindsay

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Janna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a unique property with lots of character. This stay, we were is a room which needed care. When we asked to have our desk lamp fixed, etc. we didn't receive response. Several globe lamps were missing their globes. Otherwise, staff were friendly and engaging. The restaurant and basement club were popular, vibrant, and brought energy to the property. The gym was great and well-maintained.I would return to stay here again. The location is fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The good: great shower, clean, friendly housekeeping The bad: noisy window air conditioner in room, slightly thuggish vibe of some staff. But the most disappointing thing by far was the $35 a night "resort fee" that was tacked onto the room charge at check-in. If the Expedia booking engine touts "upfront pricing: this is the price you will pay, no hidden fees, including resort fees," don't believe it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

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

8/10 Good

Cassandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice lobby. Great staff. Very helpful. Room small but lovely. Only complaints is that the hotel texted us several times asking what time we were checking in, so they had a window of our arrival but they never turned on the AC. So room was very hot. aC was a window unit so it blasted my son’s bed but our bed remained hot. So it was a warm and sticky night. Would have been nice to have turned on and cooled it off before we got there. Also be warned there were dozens of homeless people hanging out within a block or two of the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025