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The Lucerne Hotel

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A building with ornate architectural details, an American flag, and a marquee sign for "The Lucerne" at address 201. - The Lucerne Hotel (New York)
A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, a brick wall, and a view of the city skyline. - The Lucerne Hotel (New York)
A spacious living room with a red sofa, a round coffee table, and a red armchair. - The Lucerne Hotel (New York)
A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of the street outside. - The Lucerne Hotel (New York)
A reception area with a curved marble counter, a red upholstered chair, and a small table with a bowl. - The Lucerne Hotel (New York)
Located close to American Museum of Natural History and Central Park, The Lucerne Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a health club, and a business center. The on-site French cuisine bistro, Nice Matin, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and happy hour. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, lamps, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A red brick building with a large entrance, an American flag, and a number '201' sign.

Handicapped Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a door.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Mobility Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a dresser, a television, and a chair.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(77 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(259 reviews)
  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, a desk with a TV, and a framed picture on the wall.

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Suite, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(65 reviews)
  • City view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(234 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

Junior Suite

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a dark headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Family Suite

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Near a metro station, The Lucerne Hotel is in Manhattan, a walkable area in New York with great shopping. American Museum of Natural History and Lincoln Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Columbus Circle and Times Square. Metropolitan Museum of Art and Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum are two other places to visit that come recommended. Guests love the hotel's central location for the sightseeing. It's also convenient to public transportation: 79 St. Station is just steps away and 72nd St. Station (Broadway) is 7 minutes by foot. Visit our New York travel guide
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201 W 79th St, New York, NY, 10024

What's nearby

  • A ticket booth with ornate gold detailing and a 'Box Office' sign above it.
    Beacon Theater
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A tree-lined road with blooming pink flowers, a cyclist, and a historic building in the background.
    Central Park
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A museum interior with large columns, a dinosaur skeleton exhibit, and American flags.
    American Museum of Natural History
    10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A spacious atrium with high ceilings and arches, featuring a central sculpture and a lower level with a blue banner.
    Metropolitan Museum of Art
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • A public square with a fountain, a large building with columns, and a Lincoln Center entrance.
    Lincoln Center
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • 79 St. Station
    2 min walk
  • New York Harlem 125th St. Station
    6 min drive
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
    37 min drive

Restaurants

  • Zabar's
    3 min walk
  • Nice Matin
    1 min walk
  • Jake's Dilemma
    2 min walk
  • Birria Landia Taco Truck
    2 min walk
  • New Cottage
    3 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 0.2 miles (USD 60 per day)
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 35 to 35 for adults and USD 35 to 35 for children
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Nice Matin

Things to do

  • Health club

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space

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
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 13 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1904
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

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 not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 12 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

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 35.00 to 35.00 for adults, and USD 35.00 to 35.00 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 60 per day (984 ft away)

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; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is The Lucerne Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at The Lucerne Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at The Lucerne Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Lucerne Hotel located?

Located in Manhattan, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Central Park and American Museum of Natural History. Metropolitan Museum of Art and Lincoln Center are also within 1 mi (2 km). 79 St. Station is only a 2-minute walk and 72nd St. Station (Broadway) is 7 minutes.

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Reviews

The Lucerne Hotel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1848 out of 2548 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 491 out of 2548 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 147 out of 2548 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 2548 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 2548 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Yoshie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, great location, clean room, super comfortable
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel! Great location and the suites are really nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with accommodating staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

MARY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and staff were great. It was very convenient to have the restaurant attached to the hotel. We went for breakfast and dinner and enjoyed both very much.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect easy access to the subway system. Great area to walk in and wonderful places to eat close to the hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Lucerne was perfect for our overnight stay in NYC. Room was clean, beds were comfortable, staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Freddie W

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Great location, staff and amenities. Close to every thing you need on Upper West Side.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

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Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Beth

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A beautiful hotel in a really convenient location. We’ll definitely be returning!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

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The staff were very kind and helpful. The hotel was beautiful and clean and the location was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and wonderful property. Great UWS location. Wonderful restaurants nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Torre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Parking structure across the street if you have a vehicle. Rooms are quiet and very clean. Linens and beds are very nice. Will definitely stay again when we return to NYC.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Ada

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Great location, very quite room and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Lisa G

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to restaurants and shops and a walk to Central Park. Do wish the rooms had fridge and microwave though, otherwise nice traditional space.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lucerne Hotel was very accessible to restaurants and to explore Central Park and riverside. The staff were all lovely and very helpful. Beds were very comfy and it was quite quiet overnight. Great place!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very satisfied, will stay with them next time I'm in NYC. Great staff, very clean rooms, excellent amenities. Really appreciated the ride to the airport was cheaper than Uber. Room service from the restaurant was A+
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carlton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in. Nice swimming pool.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Lucerne is in a fantastic location. The hotel is older, but well maintained. Nice Maintain, was excellent for both breakfast and dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is fabulous. Room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location. Walking distance to museums, parks, shopping, dining, excellent on site restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Subway entry is about 100 yards away. Lots of restaurants and shops around. Calmer vibe than Times Square area.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the house keepers replaced towels and made the bed each day as needed. The front desk and bell man answered all questions and took care of all of our needs. It was a wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Silvia

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very well kept hotel, nice staff. great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Neal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Yesenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was no microwave or fridge but overall it was a nice stay. The staff was very helpful and nice
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026