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Life Hotel New York

4.0 star property

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Front of property
Lobby
Studio (Writer's)
Gastropub
Gastropub

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
The current price is AU$349
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July

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19 West 31st Street, New York, NY, 10001
  • Place, Greeley Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, 5th Avenue
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Empire State Building
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Classic Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(91 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(44 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Studio (King)

Studio (King)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(40 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Futon
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Roll-in Shower

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

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Roll-in Shower

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace (Empire)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Studio, Terrace (Empire, Double Queen)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Futon
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Studio (Writer's)

Studio (Writer's)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Futon
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Cozy)

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Cozy)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Deluxe King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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  • Free Wi-Fi
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The price is AU$305
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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 Macy's. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, a 24-hour gym and a bar/lounge. .The fine-dining restaurant, Zoi Mediterranean, serves Mediterranean cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Ten 11 Bar and Lounge is the hotel's own gastropub, serving drinks along with dinner and light fare. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .With a stay at this 4-property class Manhattan hotel, you'll be 0.6 km (0.4 mi) from Madison Square Garden.

What's nearby

  • Greeley Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • 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
  • Herald Square - 5 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Food Gallery 32 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Woorijip - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jongro BBQ - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪OSAMIL Korean Gastropub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪miss KOREA BBQ - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Life Hotel New York

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour fitness centre, multilingual staff, and concierge services are also featured at Life Hotel New York.

This 4-star New York hotel is smoke free.

  • 98 guestrooms or units
  • 10 levels
  • Built in 1894
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
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.

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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 cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Ten 11 Bar and Lounge
  • Zoi Bar
  • Zoi Mediterranean

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge 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 - 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 40.16 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 cooked-to-order 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 10 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Life Hotel New York on 1 July 2026 start from AU$349, 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).

What makes Life Hotel New York a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Life Hotel New York.

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, cooked-to-order breakfast is offered daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

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

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at Life Hotel New York?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Mediterranean cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

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

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 932 out of 1653 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 422 out of 1653 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 172 out of 1653 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 1653 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 62 out of 1653 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alexandria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel wonderful staff would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean hotel and we loved the location and how quiet it was at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great stay - great onsite restaurant - great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meagan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and cozy, staff were friendly, and location was perfect. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was exceptionally great, hotel was clean, great restaurant and night lounge.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marisol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, the staff was very helpful, specially Chris Skarlette who went above and beyond to make my stay feel special.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Art

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff here is awesome. Not our first stay and definitely don't be the last !
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

JAMIE

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, attentive staff and fantastic location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patrice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and staff was amazing. Close to everything. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and location
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, comfortable bed, clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bonita Mae

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great staff and beautiful historical hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cammi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay, cute hotel, convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hospitality, uniqueness of location and the midtown location!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Noreen Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We would definitely stay again. Perfect location for sight seeing. Clean room, lovely staff. We really appreciated the daily water bottles.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alfred Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loverly rooms, excellent bar and restaurant downstairs
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

chad

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Love staying here. Chris is theeeee best as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The complimentary coffee was excellent; great location; and unique character of the room and building
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic area
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, great location and friendly staff. Would absolutely stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

roberto

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff was very friendly and helpful. Location is lights out.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alexandria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room great staff. No issues. Would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved this hotel! Very friendly staff, and cozy restaurant and bar with fantastic ambience. Next time I come to nyc I will definitely stay here! Convenient location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026