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The Life Hotel

3.5 star property
Comfortable hotel, walk to Empire State Building

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Bar (on property)
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
Front of property
Executive Suite, 1 King Bed
Restaurant
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • GymGymGym
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services

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19 West 31st Street, New York, NY, 10001
  • Popular LocationEmpire State Building4 min walk
  • Popular LocationHerald Square5 min walk
  • Popular LocationTimes Square13 min walk
  • AirportNew York, NY (NYS-Skyports Seaplane Base)9 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Premium 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

9/10 Excellent

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

9.5/10 Exceptional

Highlights

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

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed

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

Premium 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 Premium Room, Multiple Beds

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

Premium Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - double
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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About the area

New York

The Life Hotel 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 a nightclub, a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business centre. .This business-friendly hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff and a lift. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Manhattan hotel include Macy's and Times Square.

What's nearby

  • Empire State Building - 4 min walk
  • Herald Square - 5 min walk
  • Macy's - 5 min walk
  • Madison Square Garden - 7 min walk
  • Times Square - 13 min walk

Getting around

  • New York W 32nd St. Station - 3 min walk
  • 34 St. Station (Herald Square) - 4 min walk
  • New York, NY (NYS-Skyports Seaplane Base) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jongro BBQ - 4 min walk
  • Grace Street Cafe - 4 min walk
  • Woorijip - 3 min walk
  • Osamil - 1 min walk
  • Ayza Wine & Chocolate Bar - 1 min walk

About this property

The Life Hotel

Comfortable hotel, walk to Empire State Building
There's an onsite 24-hour business centre. A nightclub, a 24-hour fitness centre, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly The Life Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3.5-star New York hotel is smoke free.

  • 98 guestrooms or units
  • 10 levels
  • Built in 1894
  • Nightclub
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
The Life Hotel offers 98 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and designer toiletries. 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, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and 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

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transport

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

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Nightclub

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Raised toilet seat

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
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 60-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 100.00 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 44 lb per pet)
  • 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.
  • 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
  • Destination fee: USD 25 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.

  • Self-parking fee: USD 50 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 50 per day (800 ft away; open 6:00 AM to midnight)
  • Pet deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 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. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

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
Life Hotel NoMad
The Life Hotel Hotel
The Life Hotel New York
Luxe Life Hotel New York
The Life Hotel Hotel New York

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Life Hotel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at The Life Hotel?

As of 24 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Life Hotel on 27 May 2024 start from AU$315.43, 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.

Is parking available at The Life Hotel?

Yep, The Life Hotel has a self car park for USD 50 per day.

Are there any beaches close to The Life Hotel?

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

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at The Life Hotel?

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

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Life Hotel?

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

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

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

The Life Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 487 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 289 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 145 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1004 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

German

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very friendly and happy. The beds are so comfortable and the soaking tubs are huge!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Payne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at the Life Hotel! Perfect size room for just a single night stay. The lobby and room were cutely decorated, and everyone we spoke to was nice and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma, Tonawanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Rocio

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
No shower soap, tv problems, to noisy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Kutloano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024