Life Hotel New York

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

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Bar (on property)
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
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Exterior
Lobby
In the heart of Manhattan, Life Hotel New York offers a vibrant retreat with a coffee shop, 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi. Enjoy top-rated dining options on-site and take advantage of multilingual staff, an elevator, smoke-free premises and 24-hour front desk - all within walking distance to Herald Square and Macy's.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
The current price is ¥30,810
¥40,851 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

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
Designer toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(71 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Deep soaking bathtub
Designer toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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
Designer toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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
Designer toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, Sofa Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Empire State Building - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Macy's - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Madison Square Garden - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Times Square - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Grand Central Terminal - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

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 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Woorijip - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Grace Street Coffee & Desserts - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪OSAMIL Korean Gastropub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪New Wonjo - ‬4 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), multilingual staff, and smoke-free premises
  • A 24-hour front desk 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.

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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

  • 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.

How much does it cost to stay at Life Hotel New York?

As of Sep 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Life Hotel New York on Oct 2, 2025 start from ¥30,810, excluding 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.

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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Reviews

Life Hotel New York Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 708 out of 1240 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 316 out of 1240 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 127 out of 1240 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 1240 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1240 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bailey Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, conveniently located, and great price.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenda M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel with beautiful restaurant/bar downstairs.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anelina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very clean and safe, the staff is friendly and serviceable. The location is excellent for shopping and dining.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

angely

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. The staff were nice and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location in midtown close to 5th avenue. Staff were all very helpful and friendly. Good base for exploring New York.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay here was very good. Would come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel a short walking distance from the Empire State Building
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great small hotel that was welcoming. Clean, comfortable and excellent location. Beds were super comfy. Staff was attentive. Can’t say anything bad! I’ll be back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely close to MSG, as we attended the Gaga show! This is located in Koreatown! Absolutely love it there
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

FATIH

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

10/10 Excellent

Athena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service and cleanliness! Way better than other hotels I’ve stayed at before
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel rooms were spacious (unusual for new york) with a bright and airy feel and very clean. Great location in midtown so easy to access business meetings as well as things to do (eat and walk around).
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to Madison Square Gardens and Herald Square Old world charm and small but comfy room. A delicious breakfast was included.
Stayed 3 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

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved everything about our stay here. The location was absolutely ideal, yet somehow sound-proofed so well that we weren't disturbed by any outside noise. The room was immaculate and well-maintained, the staff were all so pleasant and kind too. I really can't fault this hotel whatsoever. We will most certainly return on our next visit to New York!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 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

10/10 Excellent

Lucas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

KARLA ZAMORA

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

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was of course unique; it was also clean, very well located and had nice sized rooms for the price. The only real issue I had was with the elevator but it is an old building so it was understandable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entire staff was super friendly and accommodating. Huge shout out to Chris and Francisco for making us feel like family. I visit NYC several times a year and usually switch up hotels everytime. Never again, the Life Hotel woll be my.ho to hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025