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Empire Hotel

4.0 star property
Travelers find themselves in the heart of New York City's cultural district, with Lincoln Center's performances and stunning skyscraper views just steps away

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Empire Hotel is near Juilliard School and Columbus Circle. Guests can relax on the rooftop terrace, stroll through the garden, or dine at two American restaurants with city views by the pool. Attentive staff offers services like dry cleaning and luggage storage.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Room options

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room (2 Double Beds)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

7.2 out of 10
Good
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite (2 Double Beds)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite (1 King Bed) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Junior Suite (1 King Bed)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Double Bed (Express)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.2 out of 10
Good
(220 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Corner

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 46 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

7.0 out of 10
Good
(156 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(102 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
44 W 63rd St, New York, NY, 10023

What's nearby

  • Columbus Circle - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Juilliard School - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lincoln Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Central Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Broadway - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • 66 St. - Lincoln Center Station - 2 min walk
  • New York W 32nd St. Station - 4 min drive
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Smith - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Empire Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪P.J. Clarke's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Rosetta Bakery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rosa Mexicano - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Empire Hotel

Boutique hotel near Lincoln Center
Located close to Juilliard School and Columbus Circle, Empire Hotel provides a rooftop terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy brunch, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and American cuisine. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Limo/town car service, valet parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • Concierge services, a front-desk safe, and coworking spaces
  • A porter/bellhop, multilingual staff, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the central location and helpful staff
Room features
All 427 individually furnished rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and eco-friendly toiletries
  • 55-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, free infant beds, and heating

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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 transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (USD 52 per day)
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 81 per day)
  • Limited onsite valet and self parking

Food and drink

  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Amorino
  • Empire Rooftop Bar
  • PJ Clarke's
  • Rosa Mexicano
  • Starbucks

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (50 inch wide door)
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

More

  • 11 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1923
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per day, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 125
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 22.89 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Phone calls

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 52 per day
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 81 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per day plus USD 125 one-time cleaning fee
  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
Pool access available from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Empire Hotel
Empire Hotel New York
Empire New York
Hotel Empire
Empire Hotel Hotel
Empire Hotel New York
Empire Hotel Hotel New York

Frequently asked questions

Does Empire Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 11:00 AM–7:00 PM.

Is Empire Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, Empire Hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per day. A cleaning fee of USD 125 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 52 per day. Valet parking is available for USD 81 per day.

What time is check-in at Empire Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Empire Hotel?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Empire Hotel located?

Located in Manhattan, this boutique hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Lincoln Center, Juilliard School, and Columbus Circle. Central Park and Broadway are also within 15 minutes. 66 St. - Lincoln Center Station and 59 St. - Columbus Circle Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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Reviews

Empire Hotel Reviews

7.6

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.2

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

7.2

Eco-friendliness

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2519 out of 6411 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1592 out of 6411 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1129 out of 6411 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 582 out of 6411 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 589 out of 6411 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tallyn

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodations and key location
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

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

10/10 Excellent

JACLYN

Great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay the staff was great
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

KATHLEEN

We were here for a show and dinner and it was all very nice and convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room as great and hotel was clean and staff courteious
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Great lobby and good size rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room | Friendly Staff | Excellent Location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and extremely helpful staff!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iris Nicole

Great hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Whitnie Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Older hotel, nothing extra, but in a great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to Lincoln center
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and bathroom were small but hotel is nice enough in a GREAT location. Loved the lobby area music and the hallway connection to Mexican restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rylie Grace

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were so helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very accommodating when we arrived with a special request. Hotel was clean and decorated beautifully for the Christmas holiday. Only down side was the rooms were a little small.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole experience was wonderful! Staff very helpful and kind!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is always very accommodating and pleasant. The housekeeping crew does an amazing job of maintaining the rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Kerry Duane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Nice property
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Israel

Liked: Cleanliness
Exelent nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness
Location and staff were 100%!! It was a great getaway hotel for my sister and I. The only thing was some areas of our room needed some repairs but all in all was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room but dated. Staff was exceptionally helpful and courteous!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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