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Life Hotel New York

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, steps from Empire State Building

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Front of property
Exterior
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
Gastropub
Lobby

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
The current price is AU$350
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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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.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(83 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(39 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Studio King

Studio King

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(32 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, pillow-top 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
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Roll-in Shower (Accessible, Roll In shower)

Highlights

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

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About the area

New York

Life Hotel New York puts you in the heart of New York, steps from Empire State Building and within a 10-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 to-go breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 1:00 PM. .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

  • 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

  • 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

Hotel with a restaurant, steps from Empire State Building
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 a lift 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
  • 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 breakfast to-go available 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM 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

  • 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
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 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 23 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Life Hotel New York on 23 Jan 2026 start from AU$289.93, 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, 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.

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. 789 out of 1397 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 358 out of 1397 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 147 out of 1397 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1397 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 1397 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Marie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Two elevators were different but interesting. I'm sure issues were due to the age of the building , but they didn't move efficiently. Beautiful building & bar though 3am morning taxi call to airport was terrific! I💖NY!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

victoria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great small hotel that was welcoming. Clean, comfortable and excellent location. Beds were super comfy. Staff was attentive. Can’t say anything bad! I’ll be back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, conveniently located, and great price.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Makeda, Malden

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in was easy, the room was nice. But there are little things like checking out, i asked if the receipt would be mailed to me and I still have not received it days later. I do also wish there was a fridge and a coffee maker in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

sharon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entire staff was super friendly and accommodating. Huge shout out to Chris and Francisco for making us feel like family. I visit NYC several times a year and usually switch up hotels everytime. Never again, the Life Hotel woll be my.ho to hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location in midtown close to 5th avenue. Staff were all very helpful and friendly. Good base for exploring New York.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

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

4/10 Poor

Krystal M

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely close to MSG, as we attended the Gaga show! This is located in Koreatown! Absolutely love it there
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved everything about our stay here. The location was absolutely ideal, yet somehow sound-proofed so well that we weren't disturbed by any outside noise. The room was immaculate and well-maintained, the staff were all so pleasant and kind too. I really can't fault this hotel whatsoever. We will most certainly return on our next visit to New York!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Xing

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A lovely surprise in Midtown

Very unique stay in a renovated old New York building with a highest ceilings I’ve ever seen in a hotel. The rooms feel enormous because the rooms are practically two stories, including in the bathroom. Feels very old New York, but the rooms are very spacious. Overall, the room was very clean, but the bathroom had a lot of hair in it and needed a closer look to the details.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was surprisingly good sized for NYC…. Easy location for transportation. We loved the smaller boutique hotel vibe!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel a short walking distance from the Empire State Building
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025