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Life Hotel New York

3.5 star property
Hotel with a coffee shop, steps from Empire State Building

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
Lobby
Exterior detail

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(68 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, Sofa Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, Sofa Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Futon and 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
19 West 31st Street, New York, NY, 10001

What's nearby

  • Empire State Building - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Macy's - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Madison Square Garden - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Times Square - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Grand Central Terminal - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

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 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Woorijip - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Grace Street Coffee & Desserts - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Osamil - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ayza Wine & Chocolate Bar - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Life Hotel New York

Hotel near Empire State Building
Located close to Macy's and Madison Square Garden, Life Hotel New York provides a coffee shop/cafe and a 24-hour gym. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Multilingual staff and an elevator
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the dining options, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 98 individually decorated rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, spacious rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • 60-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and desks

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 transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily on-the-go breakfast available 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Blue Mezze Cafe

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

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
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar near toilet (31 inches high)
  • Raised toilet seat (17 inches high)

More

  • 10 floors
  • Built in 1894
  • Smoking not allowed

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 available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
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
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 150 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 4 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 50 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee: USD 33.28 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room bottled water
  • Phone calls

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

Optional extras

  • 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)

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
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
Parcel deliveries will be accepted for a fee only for guests named on the reservation. Any deliveries received more than 2 weeks before a guest's stay will be returned. The hotel cannot be held responsible for lost or damaged goods.

We should mention

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

Is Life Hotel New York pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of USD 150 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What time is check-in at Life Hotel New York?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Life Hotel New York?

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

Where is Life Hotel New York located?

Located in Manhattan, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Empire State Building, Macy's, and Madison Square Garden. 34 St. Station (Herald Square) and 28 St. Station (Broadway) are within a 5-minute walk.

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Life Hotel New York Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 674 out of 1197 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 311 out of 1197 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 1197 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1197 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1197 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nichole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room in a great location!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

FATIH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Turkish Restaurant Amazing
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, rooms felt comfortable and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
comfy bed, clean, convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alvaro Santiago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

KARLA ZAMORA

Liked: Staff & service
Great location
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

erez

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and a very nice hotel, great bar and restaurant as well, and night is a very popular destination.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly. The room was clean and nice. I will say just be aware there Is around a $32 per night resort fee if booking through Expedia. I would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Bed was comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super convenient spot for getting around anywhere in the city, plus Koreatown was super accessible and safe whenever we came back at nighttime.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great experience at Life Hotel New York. One thing to note for some, the elevator is a little rickety and small, but it was not a problem for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Chandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, stylish; convenient & central; staff super friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and service
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in a very central convenient location, and the staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Nid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean property. The evening bartenders are super nice. Appreciate the complimentary coffee in the am for guests but wish they also offered breakfast at a discounted rate. Room was nice n clean but small, which is expected in NYC. Overall a nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Prentiss

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice place !!!! great room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful. Rooms were immaculate and I love that they did not get rid of original details of the building. Great location for transportation and walkability for shows.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is located in the greatest district. Restaurants, shopping, and tourist attractions are steps away. The staff is amazing and the bar is 10/10. The bed is super comfortable and the room is cute. The bathroom needs some updating, but it was clean. I would not hesitate to highly recommend this property. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet and the location was perfect for getting around in Midtown.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice! Great location and friendly staff. Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Foye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoy the hotel accommodations, established, friendly, and helpful. The history of the building is really cool. It’s kind of tucked away just far enough from Times Square but just close enough to everything else.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
I really liked the size of the room and bathroom. Well designed finishes and work. Very convenient for travelers coming in and out of Grand Central.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Axel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at The Life Hotel for 5 nights and enjoyed every single moment of it! The location is absolutely perfect just a couple of minutes from Times Square. Our room was on a lower floor and the size was just right for us. There’s a bar and restaurant on the first floor, so you can hear a bit of sound from downstairs, but it didn’t bother us at all. I would 100% rebook here if I visit New York City again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025