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Aura Hotel Times Square

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, steps from Times Square

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Penthouse (Suite) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes
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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Reception

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(61 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(43 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room (Full) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Standard Room (Full)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(56 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (with Roll-In Shower)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(62 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(134 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with premium channels, TV

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Penthouse (Suite) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Penthouse (Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
120 W 44th St, New York, NY, 10036

What's nearby

  • Times Square - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Broadway - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bryant Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Grand Central Terminal - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Madison Square Garden - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • 42 St. - Bryant Pk. Station - 3 min walk
  • Grand Central - 42 St. Station - 8 min walk
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Jollibee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Brooklyn Diner - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Connolly's Pub & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Royal Grill Halal Food - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Aura Hotel Times Square

Upscale hotel remodeled in 2024 and located near Times Square
Located close to Bryant Park and Broadway, Aura Hotel Times Square provides a 24-hour gym, 2 restaurants, and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • An elevator, a 24-hour front desk, and a water dispenser
  • Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 234 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, recycling, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 0.8 miles (USD 55 per night)
  • Secured self parking on site (USD 55 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 27 to 108 for adults and USD 27 to 108 for children
  • 2 restaurants

Restaurants on site

  • Gatby's Landing
  • The Long Room

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Stereo

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 16 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1933
  • Renovated entire property - May 2024
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 150.00 per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 150 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 30 lbs per pet)
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 9 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee: USD 40.17 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Phone calls

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 27 to 108 for adults, and USD 27 to 108 for children
  • Secured self parking fee: USD 55 per night
  • Offsite parking fee: USD 55 per night (0.8 mi away)
  • Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 150.00 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)

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
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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Hotel Mela
Hotel Mela New York
Mela Hotel
Mela New York
Mela Hotel New York City
Hotel Mela Times Square
Mela Times Square
Hotel Mela Times Square
Aura Hotel Times Square Hotel
Aura Hotel Times Square New York

Frequently asked questions

Is Aura Hotel Times Square pet-friendly?

Yes, Aura Hotel Times Square allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 30 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of USD 150 per stay and a fee of USD 150.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Aura Hotel Times Square?

Self parking is available for USD 55 per night.

What time is check-in at Aura Hotel Times Square?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Aura Hotel Times Square?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Aura Hotel Times Square located?

Located in Manhattan, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Times Square, Bryant Park, and Broadway. 5th Avenue and Grand Central Terminal are also within 15 minutes. 42 St. - Bryant Pk. Station and Times Sq. - 42 St. Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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Aura Hotel Times Square Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1279 out of 2213 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 520 out of 2213 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 209 out of 2213 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 94 out of 2213 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 111 out of 2213 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mich

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vilna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The area is close to good locations and feels safe
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karla Lorena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, Adrian at the front desk was very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily Faith Phipps

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Property stores luggage for early arrival and late flights. Second stay and will be back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel, the staff are helpful Very recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abdulaziz

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy and tidy and good room service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Recently renovated, well located.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was nice and very convent to Times Square. The staff, especially Adrian, was nice and very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great options restaurants bars, and shopping. Very busy and vibrant area. Very walkable. Hotel staff is fabulous, friendly, and helpful! I’ll definitely check in again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was excellent, and very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emilio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was near by.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location in Times Square. Staff was excellent and attentive. Rooms were clean. The only minor inconvenience was the water pressure coming and going, but it was good for the most part. Would stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Duc

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall it was a good stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was one of the nicest hotels I've ever stayed in. It was a great stay for the price. The front desk staff were professional and the parking for overnight was a good price. I would definitely consider this hotel again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel and good location. Hotel does not have restaurants or pool or gym but not really needed if you want to see New York. Anything you want is an easy walk.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was really nice and the location was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to Times Square and easy walk to Rockefeller. Courteous staff and clean, updated rooms. We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Loved the smell, the location and the bedding!!! Everything was nice and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ivette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The shower water was so hot.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Shami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location for sightseeing and getting both uptown and downtown, either walking or via public transport. HOWEVER, area is very noisy, busy with lots of people smoking dope loitering around.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here during a heat wave and the air conditioning was excellent. The beds were very comfortable too. It’s all we needed for our trip to see a bunch of Broadway shows.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness
Location is ideal for Times Square, theater district. Very busy and noisy though. Rooms are small with few amenities BUT VERY CLEAN.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and respectful. Rooms are small but clean. Housekeeping was great and on time. Elevators are tiny and there’s not much space in the room where to put your clothes but we managed. Great location! The Long Room Lounge next door was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aryana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great stay. The room was a bit on the smaller side but beautiful and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025