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Empire Hotel

Property class: 4
Boutique hotel with 3 restaurants, near Lincoln Center

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Empire Hotel features a rooftop terrace and puts you just steps from Lincoln Center. You can splash around at the seasonal outdoor pool, visit one of the 3 restaurants for a bite to eat, or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this boutique hotel include a fitness center, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers like the central location for the sightseeing and because it's only a short walk to public transportation: 66 St. - Lincoln Center Station is 2 minutes and 59 St. - Columbus Circle Station is 3 minutes.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 3 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Fitness center
  • Valet parking
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Meeting rooms
  • Limo/town car service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden

For families (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The current price is $155
$204 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31

Room options

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

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a headboard with a light fixture, and a patterned wall.

Deluxe Room (2 Double Beds)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(30 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(35 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a TV.

Junior Suite (2 Double Beds)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(22 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Junior Suite (1 King Bed)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

Junior Suite (1 King Bed)

  • City view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a decorative wall clock.

Room, 1 Double Bed (Express)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(49 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.2 out of 10
Good
(273 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a view of the outdoors.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Corner

  • City view
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

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

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

7.0 out of 10
Good
(191 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

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

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

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

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A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, a star-shaped wall decoration, and a patterned carpet.

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(31 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Bed in dormitory STANDARD

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

Bed in dormitory SUPERIOR

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

BUNGALOW WITH DOUBLE BED

  • Sleeps 9
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Columbus Circle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Juilliard School - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lincoln Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Central Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Rockefeller Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Teterboro, NJ (TEB) - 18 min drive
  • Caldwell, NJ (CDW-Essex County) - 30 min drive
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 35 min drive
  • Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) - 42 min drive
  • John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) - 63 min drive
  • New York W 32nd St. Station - 4 min drive
  • New York 23rd St. Station - 6 min drive
  • Penn Station - 28 min walk
  • 66 St. - Lincoln Center Station - 2 min walk
  • 59 St. - Columbus Circle Station - 3 min walk
  • 72 St. Station (Central Park West) - 10 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Nougatine and Terrace at Jean Georges - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jean-Georges - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Capital One Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Smith - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪P.J. Clarke's - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Empire Hotel

  • Empire Hotel features a rooftop terrace and puts you just steps from Lincoln Center. You can splash around at the seasonal outdoor pool, visit one of the 3 restaurants for a bite to eat, or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this boutique hotel include a fitness center, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers like the central location for the sightseeing and because it's only a short walk to public transportation: 66 St. - Lincoln Center Station is 2 minutes and 59 St. - Columbus Circle Station is 3 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 427 rooms
    • Arranged over 11 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • One child (11 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 1 total, up to 50 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
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Parking

    • Secured covered onsite valet parking (USD 81 per day)
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 3 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's menu
  • Pool gate

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Coworking spaces

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Built in 1923
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Fitness center
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Locally sourced food is prioritized
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 50
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • High pile carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only

Special features

Dining

Empire Rooftop Bar - This poolside rooftop bar specializes in American cuisine. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Rosa Mexicano - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in Mexican cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Starbucks - Onsite coffee shop. Open daily.
Amorino - Overlooking the garden, this bistro specializes in Italian cuisine and serves lunch and light fare. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
PJ Clarke's - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 22.89 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Additional inclusions
    • Phone calls (may be limited)

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per day, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 125

Parking

  • Covered valet parking costs USD 81 per day
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from May to September

Policies

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.
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Empire Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Empire Hotel?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Empire Hotel?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 50 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Empire Hotel?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 81 per day. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Empire Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Empire Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Empire City Casino (20-min drive) and Resorts World Casino (24-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Empire Hotel and nearby?

Empire Hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool and a fitness center, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Empire Hotel?

Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants, featuring American cuisine, garden views, and poolside dining.

What's the area around Empire Hotel like?

Empire Hotel is in Manhattan, a short 2-minute walk from 66 St. - Lincoln Center Station and 2 minutes' walk from Lincoln Center. Travelers say the local area is very central perfect for sightseeing.

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Reviews

Empire Hotel Reviews

7.6

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

7.0

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

6.8

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

the location was amazing, i would stay there again
Brian, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This was a perfect stop for me! Location can’t be beat and everything with the accommodations was as expected. Very nice- very clean hotel within walking distance to so many iconic New York locales!
Deborah, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, helpful staff, great location, quiet and friendly area
Valeriane, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

In New York to see a play at the Vivian Beaumont Theatre, right across the street couldn’t have picked a better hotel location. The hotel decor is beautiful a quiet room was very nice and not too small. I traveled with a friend, we were both impressed and satisfied.
Naomi, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay, love the location and staff and room were great
Jennifer, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Value for your $. Not a fancy hotel but decently enough to be a clean, confortable and nice place. Location is superb. Will definitively stay again.
Andres, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The location is great since it is near the Met and all the free summer stuff there.
The Rima Cooke, 3-night trip
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4/10 Fair

It was a very nice location that’s why I booked it. However the room was very dirty and old, not well maintained unfortunately. The bathroom was super tiny….
Ayame, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, excellent location, easily accessible from Penn Station. There is no kettle or coffee maker in the room.
Elizabeth, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Pros- great location (walking distance to Central Park, restaurants, bars, Time Square, museums, subway, etc), nice staff, nice decor, great roof top restaurant and bar Cons-old and worn furniture, very small pool, shower got the bathroom floor all wet so the bathroom door was warped and difficult to close.
Sarah, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good are in New York. The staff was great.
Dennis, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

This hotel is just average. Pretty much a rent a room. They rooms are good sizes for NY. Bathrooms tiny and not well maintained. No coffee machine in rooms but there is a Starbucks on the corner downstairs. Bar upstairs is ok - the Mexican place within the hotel was ok.
Stacey, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good

Housekeeping staff very good Front desk very poor Condition of room - poor, broken side lamp, finally repaired or replaced on last full day. headboard broken and away from wall. AC - Industrial sound levels Bathroom clean, but very small, poor quality previous refurb.
Jeff, 8-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location with cool rooftop bar. Very friendly staff
Joseph, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The stay was great the staff was good . The big security was very aggressive and mean to hotel guest
Veronica, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

This is the ideal location in NYC: steps from the subway, close to Central Park, near great restaurants and shopping, and a killer fruit stand across the street!
Diane, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good location in Lincoln Square. Good surrounding area. Nice staff.
Ruben, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The room was spacious and beautiful; however, the shower was fairly challenging. To use given the type of shower head provided. Additionally, the amenities (tissues, towels, etc.) were out of reach for certain individuals in my party. It was disappointing to see that with such a beautiful lobby the bar was closed and the only one available was the rooftop, which was beautiful nonetheless.
Kevin, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The rooms were rather dark, though they had lamps. It was really hard to get ready in the mornings because there was no natural light coming into the room so we had to sit under the lamps in order to do our make up or stand right in front of the window in order to see ourselves. No way to ventilate the room, so the room stayed pretty musty because the shower is not far away. It just felt like we couldn't breathe in there even though the AC was running nonstop. But beautiful hotel great staff. Clean and safe area.
Shaylyn, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This was the first time I stayed at the Empire and I must say it was really good. The staff was very responsive and keen. Our room was quiet and well appointed. I must say, the shower had the best pressure washer I ever experienced! The location of the hotel is excellent and everything we needed was just a short walk away. The pricing was reasonable. If I ever need to stay in Manhattan again I will definitely book here.
Harry, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was cozy and neat- rooftop bar was amazing, and Mexican restaurant on-site was delicious. Very happy overall. Tho… complimentary coffee wouldn’t be a bad thing :-)
Luis, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We really enjoy the location and convenience of the Empire Hotel. Front desk staff and doormen were friendly and helpful. Bed is stiff as a board, but everything else is great.
Merrie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The Empire Hotel is proof that you don’t need a giant room to have a giant New York experience. Clean, comfortable, and incredibly functional, with one of the best locations in the city. You’re steps from Lincoln Center, Rosa Mexicano, PJ Clarke’s, and just about everything else worth eating, drinking, or seeing. The staff—from the front desk to housekeeping—couldn’t have been friendlier. Finding a clean hotel on the Upper West Side for under $300 a night feels like discovering a hidden subway line. I even woke up at 11:30 p.m., walked a block for a street-vendor gyro, and was back in bed in minutes. Restaurants, bars, Midtown, Hell’s Kitchen…it’s all within walking distance. If you’re looking for clean, convenient, and great value, I’d absolutely stay here again
Scott, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was an overall great hotel experience. Clean and pretty quiet. Just be aware it is located right across from the Lincoln Center so there may be a lot of foot traffic in and out but overall it is a great place to stay.
Monique, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean and well maintained. Nothing to complain about.
Derek, 1-night trip