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Life Hotel New York

3.5 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour fitness centre, steps from Empire State Building

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Front of property
Hallway
Terrace/patio
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
Daily to-go breakfast for a fee

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$276
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May

Explore the area

Map
19 West 31st Street, New York, NY, 10001
  • Empire State Building
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Madison Square Garden
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Times Square
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Deep-soaking bath
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Deep-soaking bath
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Deep-soaking bath
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Deep-soaking bath
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Sofa Bed

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, Sofa Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Futon and 1 King Bed

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About the area

New York

Life Hotel New York places you in the centre of New York, steps from Empire State Building and within a short 5-minute stroll of Herald Square. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and a 24-hour fitness centre, and has a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, multilingual staff and a lift. To-go breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 1:00 PM. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Manhattan hotel include Macy's and Madison Square Garden.

What's nearby

  • Empire State Building - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Macy's - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Madison Square Garden - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Broadway - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Times Square - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

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 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Woorijip - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Grace Street Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Osamil - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Turntable Bar & Karaoke - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Life Hotel New York

Hotel with a 24-hour fitness centre, steps from Empire State Building
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour fitness centre, multilingual staff, and a lift 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 members are multilingual
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Life Hotel New York offers 98 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 60-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath and a rainfall showerhead. Bathrooms are also outfitted with designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

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 telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board 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.

Languages

English, Spanish

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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 transport

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

Food and drink

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

Restaurants on site

  • Blue Mezze Cafe

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

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
  • Grab bar near toilet (79 centimetre high)
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Raised toilet seat (43 centimetre high)

More

  • 10 floors
  • Built in 1894
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

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

Entertainment

  • 60-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 centre 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 guest room 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 all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child aged 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

What is the cancellation policy at Life Hotel New York?

Life Hotel New York offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 15 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Life Hotel New York on 26 May 2025 start from NZ$219.24, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Life Hotel New York?

The closest beach to Life Hotel New York is Coney Island Beach (19.6 km).

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Life Hotel New York?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Life Hotel New York serve breakfast?

Yep, to-go breakfast is offered daily from 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Life Hotel New York?

No, Life Hotel New York does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Life Hotel New York?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Life Hotel New York Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 585 out of 1034 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 269 out of 1034 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 1034 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1034 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1034 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Chris at the front desk was exceptionally kind and helpful. He is the most outstanding employee at the hotel. He went above and beyond. When I called to say my train might be delayed due to storm on the east coast altering my check in time he was so understanding, and offered me an upgraded room knowing it was potentially a challenging commuting day for me. He also made sure I had a quiet room away from the elevators so I could work and sleep soundly before a big work day. It was a cold night and when I requested extra bedding he included slippers and a robe for me to be delivered to my room, while I was out dining locally which by the way had a ton of attractive options. All this to say as a solo traveler I felt really welcomed and cared for here. The only things missing a bit were the breakfast and restaurant options which I am told will be upgraded in March. The hotel is older so if you are into that sort of thing in terms of finishes and layout you will appreciate that. I appreciated the quiet here very much and the room size as compared to other local hotels.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liam

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Regina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

carole

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms and freindly staff. I stay here a lot.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I thought the staff was kind and courteous and sharing. I enjoyed the room was neat and clean and the location was excellent convenient to Madison Square Garden Times Square and Midtown certainly I recommend hotel and will look forward to staying at Life hotel next time visiting NYC
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

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

best beds ever....

lovely little hotel in a good location for exploring. Beds really good and rooms are nice and offer a Manhattan loft style feel. Pity no FB offer in the hotel at this time and only offers a light grab and go offer. Staff at the grab and go counter lack experience/training or customer care skill. Really poor service from them. Part from the coffee counter staff hotel staff generally good. No late check out was available at the 75USD rate however rooms on a full nights rate were avalible to purchase.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Russel

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay - absolutely enjoyed our staff we will definitely be back
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aleksandra

Loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The service was excellent. Comfortable and clean accommodations in the middle of midtown. The rooms are relatively small and not equipped with a fridge, etc but it was an overall great experience and would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Bartlomiej

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing! It was our second stay at this property and we loved it! Can’t wait to come back
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kwinnie

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of great places to visit. The rooms are clean, the beds are comfortable and the staff are super friendly, caring and accommodating. I expected to need ear plugs to sleep because of the city noise, but it was surprisingly quiet when we stayed. It was perfect for us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

junchi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The front desk female staff is very friendly and warm.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel! Chris at the front desk was amazingly friendly and helpful! Clean room, comfortable beds, great location. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thabang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay here
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

chayakhon

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, great location. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mary Sue

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Hopeful small hotel

Small clean room. Bed was comfortable. Needs more counter space as well as sink / mirror lighting. Needs permanent in room coffee maker!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adva

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Second time in this hotel Loved it This time got a room with large shower so was even better Amazing location and staff Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. Accommodated all of our requests
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025