Life Hotel New York

3.5 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour fitness centre, steps from Empire State Building
your current months are November, 2024 and December, 2024.
November 2024
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Front of property
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
Terrace/patio
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
Daily to-go breakfast for a fee

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
19 West 31st Street, New York, NY, 10001
  • 5th Avenue
    1 min walk
  • Empire State Building
    4 min walk
  • Herald Square
    5 min walk
  • New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)
    51 min drive

Room options

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, Sofa Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 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
  • Macy's - 5 min walk
  • Madison Square Garden - 7 min walk
  • Broadway - 12 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
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 26 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

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

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
For more details, 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.
  • 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 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 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Life Hotel New York on 24 Nov 2024 start from NZ$322.71, 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

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 525 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 272 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 124 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1002 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Clean and convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice stay
Nice Hotel. Safe. Helpful staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

SUNG KIL

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Dimitry

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

10/10 Excellent

Abby

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Life hotel was the perfect location for a first time visit to NYC! We didn't spend too much time in the hotel but it had everything we needed. Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irena Sky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay, will certainly return soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Saahir

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was fine
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julieta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice rooms. Comfortable. Quick cleaning
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Evilan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were excellent!! Extremely friendly and helpful!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If i can give 20 stars i would. Will definitely be coming back again. The rooms where nice and super comfy, staff were super nice and helpful, restaurant downstairs had yummy food. We were near everything, subway was near as well. It was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Israel, Orlando

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our stay was good ! The property is very well located and is near everything. What we did not like was that elevator was too slow and our window was a bit broken. Also the maid enter to our room early morning while we were sleeping.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Gina

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Some staff members made us feel like we were a bother but the ones who had exceptional customer service made up for the unprofessional ones.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ellen

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yahir

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was great! The rooms were very spacious for my party of 2. They were also very clean and quiet along with a very nice staff! This place is also surrounded by Korean dining options and super close walking distance to Madison square garden and Penn station! Definitely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tran Bao Song

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

8/10 Good

Vern

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
AC was cold and bed was comfy ! Building is older and elevator is slow and really small
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Thuy Ha

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
We are very content of our choice ! We will certainely comeback next time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We’ll be back.
We stayed 3 nights. The bed was extremely soft which meant we didn’t get a good nights sleep as we prefer a stiffer setting. Otherwise, an outstanding hotel. We loved the room’s spaciousness & cleanliness as well as its location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ella

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kevin

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

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
In the city. Walk out into the energy. Everything is close by. Subways, stores, food. There wasn't anything I didn't like about the experience
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024