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Life Hotel New York

4.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Empire State Building

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Exterior
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
Lobby
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In the heart of Manhattan, Life Hotel New York offers a vibrant retreat with a coffee shop, 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi. Enjoy top-rated dining options on-site and take advantage of multilingual staff, an elevator, smoke-free premises and 24-hour front desk - all within walking distance to Herald Square and Macy's.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Gym
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (9)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Multilingual staff

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Elevator
  • Deep soaking bathtub
The current price is CNY1,209
CNY1,698 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24

Room options

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

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(76 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Designer toiletries
  • 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
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Designer toiletries
  • 10 sq m
  • 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
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Designer toiletries
  • 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
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
  • 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)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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The price is CNY889
CNY1,282 total
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Nov 25 - Nov 26
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About the neighborhood

Map
19 West 31st Street, New York, NY, 10001

What's nearby

  • 5th Avenue - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Empire State Building - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Macy's - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Madison Square Garden - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Times Square - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Teterboro, NJ (TEB) - 18 min drive
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 35 min drive
  • Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) - 38 min drive
  • John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) - 51 min drive
  • Stewart Intl. Airport (SWF) - 84 min drive
  • New York W 32nd St. Station - 3 min walk
  • Penn Station - 9 min walk
  • New York 23rd St. Station - 10 min walk
  • 34 St. Station (Herald Square) - 4 min walk
  • 28 St. Station (Broadway) - 4 min walk
  • 33 St. Station (Park Av. S) - 6 min walk

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

When you stay at Life Hotel New York, you'll be in a fantastic location, just a 5-minute walk from 5th Avenue and Empire State Building. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Zoi Mediterranean, which serves Mediterranean cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. The comfortable beds and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: 34 St. Station (Herald Square) is 4 minutes and 28 St. Station (Broadway) is 4 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 98 rooms
    • Arranged over 10 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (4 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
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Parking

    • Offsite parking within 800 ft (USD 50 per day), from 6:00 AM to midnight
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • To-go breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–1:00 PM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Built in 1894
  • 24-hour fitness center

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 36
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Raised toilet seat height (inches): 17
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Toilet grab bar height (inches): 31
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • 5 stairs to reach property

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 60-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Zoi Mediterranean - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Reservations are required.
Ten 11 Bar and Lounge - This gastropub serves dinner and light fare. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Zoi Bar - This restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

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.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per night

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 40.16 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Fitness center access
    • In-room bottled water
    • Phone calls (may be limited)

Optional extras

  • To-go breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 0 to 20 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 150 per pet, per stay

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs USD 50 per day (800 ft away; open 6:00 AM to midnight)

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
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.

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

Does Life Hotel New York offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Life Hotel New York does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Life Hotel New York?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of USD 150 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Life Hotel New York?

You can check in starting at 3 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Life Hotel New York?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Resorts World Casino (21-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Life Hotel New York and nearby?

Maintain your daily exercise routine at the 24-hour gym.

Are there restaurants at or near Life Hotel New York?

Yes, Zoi Mediterranean offers Mediterranean cuisine.

Does Life Hotel New York have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.

What's the area around Life Hotel New York like?

Life Hotel New York is in Manhattan, a short 4-minute walk from 34 St. Station (Herald Square) and 4 minutes' walk from Empire State Building. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

Life Hotel New York Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The on-site restaurant and nearby dining options were highly praised for their variety, quality, and convenience. (13 reviews)
  • Parking was easily accessible and staff provided clear instructions for validation. (3 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

It is very pretty boutique hotel.
Erin, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

A realy good hotell
nils, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was spotless. The location is very good. We had a comfortable sleep.
Jamie Jean, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

That is a very nice hotel
Susan, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff was great, bed was comfortable. Building was charmingly retro but our room was VERY cramped and we are not big people. If you stay here, get a large room.
Steve and Nancy, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The location is great, close to Penn Station. The bed is comfortable. The bathtub was not properly cleaned, and the towels had stains.
Andras, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

The place was meh I feel like the photos misrepresent the hotel…
Kendl, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Extremely comfortable bed and pillows. Hotel lobby/bar/restaurant are beautiful. Rooms aren't massive but they are more than adequate. Staff not very friendly/warm!
Ainsley, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very close to shops, right around the corner from the subway and buses. Hotel was clean and staff were excellent at going out of their way to get what I needed. Lift was a bit slow but for the hotel it’s about right. Good restaurant and bar on lobby floor which was handy.
Jennifer, 9-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great room in a great location!
Nichole, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

rooms were very limited with amenities, no clocks, very modest service, but clean and inexpensive
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Turkish Restaurant Amazing
FATIH, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was surprisingly good sized for NYC…. Easy location for transportation. We loved the smaller boutique hotel vibe!
Barbara, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Friendly staff, rooms felt comfortable and clean.
Rebecca, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing will stay again
Brigitte, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

comfy bed, clean, convenient location
Paula, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel clean
Alvaro Santiago, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location
KARLA ZAMORA, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and a very nice hotel, great bar and restaurant as well, and night is a very popular destination.
erez, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

NYC gem

Perfect size room, comfortable beds, nice size bathroom. Nice restaurant & bar. Perfect place to stay in NY.
James, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

I was impressed with the cleanliness of this hotel. Great location really good service. I would definitely stay here again.
Renay, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Life Hotel was very clean, accomodating of all our needs quickly and with a smile, and I liked the location.
Dana, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very friendly. The room was clean and nice. I will say just be aware there Is around a $32 per night resort fee if booking through Expedia. I would stay here again!
Sydney, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location! Bed was comfortable
Christopher, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love this place!

Never disappoint! Will be staying here again!
Nashira, 2-night trip