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Empire Hotel

44 West 63rd St, New York, NY, US
3.0Good
Hotel amenities
Gym
Laundry
Non-Smoking
Pool
Parking
Lounge

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About this property

Empire Hotel is a 4-star property in New York, NY, operated by Amsterdam Hospitality Group. Located steps from Lincoln Center and within a 5-minute walk of Juilliard School, the hotel sits 0.5 miles from Central Park and 0.6 miles from Columbus Circle. The property contains 422 rooms, including 44 suites.

Guest rooms feature flat-screen televisions, complimentary wireless internet access, and cable programming. Each room includes a private bathroom with rainfall showerhead and complimentary toiletries. Rooms are equipped with laptop-compatible safes, desks, and phones with free local calls. The guest comfort rating is 3.7 out of 5.

Dining options include three restaurants and a coffee shop. Empire Rooftop Bar serves American cuisine alongside the hotel's other dining establishments. A bar and lounge are available for beverages.

The Art Deco hotel offers a fitness center and seasonal outdoor pool for recreation. Additional amenities include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, a banquet hall, and a rooftop terrace. The property features a 24-hour front desk, porter and bellhop services, dry cleaning and laundry service, and luggage storage. Valet parking and self-parking are available for an additional charge. A limo or town car service can be arranged through the concierge.

The property is 15 miles from LaGuardia Airport, approximately 30 minutes by car with typical traffic. One-way taxi service to the airport costs $50. The hotel is within proximity to additional landmarks including Broadway, Times Square, the Museum of Modern Art, Radio City Music Hall, and the American Museum of Natural History.

Check-in is available anytime after 3:00 PM, and check-out is at 12:00 PM. Pets under 40 pounds are permitted for a fee of $150 per pet. The property is smoke-free and wheelchair accessible.

Location & nearby attractions

With a stay at Empire Hotel, you'll be centrally located in New York, steps from Lincoln Center and within a 5-minute walk of Juilliard School. This boutique hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Central Park and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Columbus Circle.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Lincoln Center - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Juilliard School - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Columbus Circle - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Central Park - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Carnegie Hall - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Broadway - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Broadway Theatre - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Central Park Zoo - 1 km / 0.6 mi
5th Avenue - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Rockefeller Center - 1.4 km / 0.8 mi
Madison Avenue - 1.4 km / 0.8 mi
Times Square - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Museum of Modern Art - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
American Museum of Natural History - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Radio City Music Hall - 1.5 km / 1 mi

The nearest airports are:
LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 13.4 km / 8.3 mi
Teterboro, NJ (TEB) - 19.6 km / 12.2 mi
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) - 28.2 km / 17.5 mi
John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) - 28.6 km / 17.8 mi
Caldwell, NJ (CDW-Essex County) - 35.3 km / 21.9 mi

The preferred airport for Empire Hotel is LaGuardia Airport (LGA).

Rooms

Stay in one of 427 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.

Dining

Enjoy American cuisine at Empire Rooftop Bar, one of the hotel's many dining establishments, which include 3 restaurants and a coffee shop/cafe. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.

Amenities & features

Enjoy recreational amenities such as a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. This Art Deco hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a banquet hall.
Featured amenities include limo/town car service, a computer station, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Getting here

LGA is 15 miles away, approximately 30 minutes with no traffic. One way taxi is $50.
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 3:00 PM - anytime
Check-out 12:00 PM
  • 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
  • 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.
  • This property uses a grey water recycling system
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
  • 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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Contactless check-out is available

Pet policy

  • Pets allowed
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 23
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 50
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum number of pets per room 1
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Pets under 40lbs allowed for a fee of $150.
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Fees & policies

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

  • Resort fee: USD 22.89 per accommodation, per night
  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 20 to 25 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 52 per day
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 75 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per day plus USD 125 one-time cleaning fee
  • 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)<

Know before you go

  • The seasonal pool will be open from May to September.
  • Pool access available from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
  • One child 11 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • 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 arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
  • A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.
  • Parking height restrictions apply.
  • Contactless check-out is available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).