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The Empire Hotel

User score 4.0 out of 5 See all reviews
44 West 63rd Street,New York, NY 10023
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Hotel policies

Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1200
Local currency: USD

The Empire hotel embodies a return to the classic hotel room but with an edge. Guest rooms pay tribute to the rich earth tone palettes of Central Park accented by leather furnishing combined with the modernistic style of Lincoln Center. Rest and unwind in the virtuoso comfort of The Empire Hotel. 413 rooms and suites, lobby bar, meeting space up to 250 people, high speed internet, full concierge service, full in room bar, frette linen, oversized towels, fitness center, valet parking, same day laundry service, 2 hour rush laundry service and on site pressing.
Please be advise: The pool is now closed for the season and will reopen in May 2009

Hotel policies

Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1200
Local currency: USD


Terms and conditions

*rate found for check-in Jan 1, check-out Jan 4

Rates displayed reflect the lowest rate found over the next 30 days. This rate is subject to change. Rates may not include service charges, extra person charges, fees or incidental charges (such as room service).

Converted rates (shown in parentheses) are provided for your convenience. They are based on today's exchange rate, but the hotel will charge you in the local currency.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at this hotel, but within a reasonable distance and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel.

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Overall score

4.0 out of 5

(47 reviews)

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Hotel address: 44 West 63rd Street, New York, NY  10023  

 
 

Area served

New York.

Area airports

Kennedy Airport. La Guardia Airport. Newark Airport.

Description

The Empire Hotel occupies its own private corner nestled between two New York City Legendary landmarks Lincoln Center and Central Park located on West 63rd Street.

Amenities

  • Internet Access
  • Concierge
  • Handicapped rooms/facilities
  • High Speed Internet
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Health Club
  • Fitness room
  • Pets OK
  • Wireless internet
  • Conference Facilities

Please enter check-in and check-out dates to the right to select a room

Superior King

Room with one king bed with down duvet and Italian Frette Linens includes Teak floor shower with tropical rain showerhead. Leather furnishings and rich earth –tone décor, 32-inch flat panel LCD TV with pay movies and premium cable channels, MP3 docking station, complimentary wireless Internet access, minibar, desk, bathrobes and complimentary daily newspaper.

Deluxe King

Room with one king bed with down duvet and Italian Frette Linens includes Teak floor shower with tropical rain showerhead. Leather furnishings and rich earth –tone décor, 32-inch flat panel LCD TV with pay movies and premium cable channels, MP3 docking station, complimentary wireless Internet access, minibar, desk, bathrobes and complimentary daily newspaper.

Standard Queen

Room with one queen bed with down duvet and Italian Frette Linens includes Teak floor shower with tropical rain showerhead. Leather furnishings and rich earth –tone décor, 32-inch flat panel LCD TV with pay movies and premium cable channels, MP3 docking station, complimentary wireless Internet access, minibar, desk, bathrobes and complimentary daily newspaper.

Junior Suite King

Room with one king bed with down duvet and Italian Frette Linens includes Teak floor shower with tropical rain showerhead. Leather furnishings and rich earth –tone décor, 32-inch flat panel LCD TV with pay movies and premium cable channels, MP3 docking station, complimentary wireless Internet access, minibar, desk, bathrobes and complimentary daily newspaper

Superior Double

Room with two double beds with down duvets and Italian Frette Linens includes Teak floor shower with tropical rain showerhead. Leather furnishings and rich earth –tone décor, 32-inch flat panel LCD TV with pay movies and premium cable channels, MP3 docking station, complimentary wireless Internet access, minibar, desk, bathrobes and complimentary daily newspaper.

Hotel policies

Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1200
Local currency: USD


Terms and conditions

*rate found for check-in Jan 1, check-out Jan 4

Rates displayed reflect the lowest rate found over the next 30 days. This rate is subject to change. Rates may not include service charges, extra person charges, fees or incidental charges (such as room service).

Converted rates (shown in parentheses) are provided for your convenience. They are based on today's exchange rate, but the hotel will charge you in the local currency.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at this hotel, but within a reasonable distance and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel.

Reviews from our customers

Overall score

4.0 out of 5

(47 reviews)

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Score

4 out of 5

Quick tip

Nice hotel in a great location

DanP Nov 26, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

I was in town to audition for Who Wants to be a Millionaire. The room was quite small but very functional. Fitness center ... was small but everything worked, a real unusual thing. Desk clerk gave a good recommendation for a sports bar to watch the games. Breakfast buffet very overpriced for the quality. Coffee was good but the food choices were sparse. Marriott Courtyard has a much better one. I didn't make the show. So it goes.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Single

Recreation/Attractions tip, Short Walk

Lincoln Center across the street. Don't go on Monday since all of the theaters are closed.


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Score

4 out of 5

Emipire Hotel REview

Weekend trip Nov 24, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

Great location, wonderful service, great rooms. New rooftop bar that everyone in NYC seems to know about and want to go to. ... VERY small gym, but near central park if you want to go for a run.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
4
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
4
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples


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Score

4 out of 5

Unbeatable location for the price!

jet set jenny Nov 19, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

We were so close to everything (including subway) we were able to walk everywhere we needed to go. Although the room was not ... overly large as previously mentioned in the reviews- for a couple, this room is perfect. Yes, the bathroom was kind of small, but we weren't in our hotel long enough to care. The bar has a great vibe and on the weekends, the Rooftop Lounge is where all of the hip, young New Yorkers go to be seen. Central Park, Starbucks galore, wine shop, great restaurants- sushi, pizza, brunch, Italian, French and Roman restaurants are all within just a few blocks of the hotel. The Lincoln Square mall is just around the corner if you need to shop at a few "higher- end" stores. Comparatively speaking- the hotel was better than we have experienced with other travel sites. The pictures were accurate- there was no bait and switch tactic. Our car service [...] picked us up on time- each time. Promptly took us to our hotel where the staff was waiting on us. We were given a room with a view without requesting and were treated very courteously. I would definitely stay here again.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
4
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
3
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Couples


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Quick tips from our users

Recreation/Attractions tip, Short Walk

Lincoln Center across the street. Don't go on Monday since all of the theaters are closed.

--DanP, Houston, TX Nov 26, 2009

Dining tip, Short Walk

For an incredible steak dinner go to BLT on 57th st between Park and Madison .

--Christiano, Hilton Head Island SC Nov 19, 2009

Dining tip, Long Walk

Excellent Italian food at "Isabella's" with fantastic service.

--Mary Jane & Terry, Wichita, Kansas Nov 17, 2009

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Reviews from our customers

Overall score

4.0 out of 5

(47 reviews)

Hotel reviews: About the scores

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Score

4 out of 5

Quick tip

Nice hotel in a great location

DanP Nov 26, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

I was in town to audition for Who Wants to be a Millionaire. The room was quite small but very functional. Fitness center ... was small but everything worked, a real unusual thing. Desk clerk gave a good recommendation for a sports bar to watch the games. Breakfast buffet very overpriced for the quality. Coffee was good but the food choices were sparse. Marriott Courtyard has a much better one. I didn't make the show. So it goes.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Single

Recreation/Attractions tip, Short Walk

Lincoln Center across the street. Don't go on Monday since all of the theaters are closed.


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Score

4 out of 5

Emipire Hotel REview

Weekend trip Nov 24, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

Great location, wonderful service, great rooms. New rooftop bar that everyone in NYC seems to know about and want to go to. ... VERY small gym, but near central park if you want to go for a run.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
4
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
4
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples


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Score

4 out of 5

Unbeatable location for the price!

jet set jenny Nov 19, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

We were so close to everything (including subway) we were able to walk everywhere we needed to go. Although the room was not ... overly large as previously mentioned in the reviews- for a couple, this room is perfect. Yes, the bathroom was kind of small, but we weren't in our hotel long enough to care. The bar has a great vibe and on the weekends, the Rooftop Lounge is where all of the hip, young New Yorkers go to be seen. Central Park, Starbucks galore, wine shop, great restaurants- sushi, pizza, brunch, Italian, French and Roman restaurants are all within just a few blocks of the hotel. The Lincoln Square mall is just around the corner if you need to shop at a few "higher- end" stores. Comparatively speaking- the hotel was better than we have experienced with other travel sites. The pictures were accurate- there was no bait and switch tactic. Our car service [...] picked us up on time- each time. Promptly took us to our hotel where the staff was waiting on us. We were given a room with a view without requesting and were treated very courteously. I would definitely stay here again.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
4
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
3
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Couples


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Score

4 out of 5

Quick tip

Better than expected !

Christiano Nov 19, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

The staff was helpful, friendly and knowledgeable about the area . I've stayed at several hotels in NYC over the years , and ... overall , the Empire Hotel is the best all around .

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
4
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Single

Dining tip, Short Walk

For an incredible steak dinner go to BLT on 57th st between Park and Madison .


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Score

5 out of 5

Quick tip

The nicest, most helpful,caring staff

Mary Jane & Terry Nov 17, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

The hotel is absolutely beautiful, and just had EVERYTHING we could possible want or need! But what I will take away from ... this trip is that there really ARE nice people in New York. When we checked in, the person at the desk couldn't find our reservation. [...]He immediately had a manager,[...] check on this for us. [...] went over and above to locate AND correct the problem. He also upgraded our room for the inconvenience. Absolutely fantastic experience! Thank you!

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples

Dining tip, Long Walk

Excellent Italian food at "Isabella's" with fantastic service.


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Score

4 out of 5

Quick tip

Great hotel; Great location

Doc Pop Nov 16, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

We have opera tickets for both Saturday night & sunday morning so decided to stay in Manhattan for a night. Hotel is across ... the street from Lincoln Center. Lots of good restaurants in the area. Hotel is very clean; staff attentive; room was small but typical size for a NYC hotel room. Great lounge near the lobby.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
4
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
3
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Couples

Entertainment tip, Short Walk

Literally across the street from LIncoln Center.


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Score

4 out of 5

Very Impressed

fun couple Nov 16, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

We spend 1 weekend every year in New York with friends. We have stayed at many different places around time square. The ... Empire Hotel worked out great. Very comtemporary and fun. We would stay there again. The service was better than other hotels we have stayed at in the same price range or more.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
4
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Friends


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Score

4 out of 5

Quick tip

Great Location... Rooftop Bar Fabulous!

Kim Nov 12, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

The rooms were decorated beautifully... small but pretty. Bathroom was small but adequate. Loved the rooftop bar with the ... view. Great location and convenient to subways and restaurants.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
4
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
3
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Business

Time savers tip, Short Walk

Subway is easiest way to get to and from the hotel and saves you $$.


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Score

3 out of 5

Good (not great) Hotel

New New Yorker's Dad Nov 12, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

The room was very clean and well appointed, and the bed was super comfortable. There were none of the usual amenities (no ... coffee or coffee maker, microwave oven, stationery, ironing board or iron or hair dryer). The bathroom was clean and the fixtures were in good shape and contemporary, but was extremely poorly engineered. No bath tub, and the shower stall had no door. Shower water sprayed all over the room and soaked the floor and most of the towels. The sink was square, flat and very shallow. When the sink spigot is turned on, water splashes all over the front of the user. The toilet had to be jiggled after flushing or would run all night. The location was super, across the street from Lincoln center, and the two restaurants attached to the building were excellent. The staff was friendly and helpful.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
1
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
3
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples


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Score

4 out of 5

Quick tip

Great trendy hotel

Loves New York Nov 10, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

Great boutique hotel, fantastic location, excellent rooftop bar. Definitely not a hotel to stay with your kids, it is trendy, ... cute hotel. The rooms were a good size, for all those that say it is small, well you haven't lived in New York. The size of the room was exactly as I expected, if not a big more spacious. Well decorated hotel and this is an excellent location, close to all subways, Central Park, etc. Would highly recommend the hotel.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
4
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
4
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Friends

Nightlife tip, In Hotel

Rooftop bar is a great place to start the evening. Excellent atmosphere and great music, plus you don't have to worry about the line which is an added plus. Built in entertainment venue.


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Score

4 out of 5

Quick tip

Empire Hotel

Runner Nov 9, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

Good service from hotel staff. Very variable service (from day to day) at breakfast restaurant. Hotel i s great for running ... or walking in Central Park.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
4
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
4
Dining options:
2

Traveler type: Family

Recreation/Attractions tip, Short Walk

Central Park


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Score

1 out of 5

Don't bother

Mom Nov 5, 2009

We were there for medical reasons and they first put us in a large room but it was filled with smoke and uninhabitable. We ... asked to be changed and they gave us a really really small room, the bath was so tiny and for the cost of two nights it was definitely not worth it and we would never go back.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
2
Hotel check-in:
2
Maintenance:
4
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel Staff:
1
Value:
1
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Family


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Score

4 out of 5

Quick tip

Great location and good service

Amber Nov 4, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

I booked with Orbitz a standard double double but phoned the hotel later to upgrade to a superior room. On the arrival day we ... were coming late from Washington so I phoned Empire to confirm that we'd get the superior room. Unfortunately when we arrived late at 11 pm they run out of superior rooms that evening even though they confirmed it earlier that day! I complained and my complain was handled very professionally. We got an upgrade to a higher grade room for the whole stay at no additional costs and a complementary breakfast! I would also like to praise Orbitz because of their transparent and fair pricing; they said that all taxes were included and they were, we didn't have to pay anything extra! When I booked with other online travel agents in the past(I WASN'T ALLOWED TO MENTION THEIR NAME)I always ended up paying 20% more when checking out even though they also claimed that taxes were included.... Thanks Orbitz.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
2
Maintenance:
4
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
3
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Family

Shopping tip, Short Walk

The whole food supermarket in the Times Warner building is a real experience; good for breakfast, lunch or just to get a quick snack or drink....


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Score

4 out of 5

Quick tip

We had a blast

The Clarks Oct 19, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

We did a lot of sightseeing in NYC, which meant we walked and walked everyday. We were pretty tired by the time we got back ... to the hotel, so the comfortable bed was a big plus. The maid service would usually come to the room when they noticed we were back, asking if we needed anything. While this was nice, it really wasn't necessary, since they'd already made the bed and cleaned up earlier. The room was small, but that wasn't really a problem. The lack of a dresser was disappointing. A suitcase stand under the window would have been a good substitute. The location was ideal for us - close to the subway, bus, Lincoln Center, Central Park and Columbus Circle. All in all we would stay at the Empire Hotel again.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
4
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
4
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Couples

Entertainment tip, Short Walk

Lincoln Center is just across the street.


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Score

5 out of 5

Quick tip

Fantastic Getaway For Two!

Mimi Oct 11, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

The Empire Hotel is in an excellent location. I would definitely stay there again. The hotel staff are friendly and helpful ... from the front desk to the maids. If you need an iron, you can ask and the hotel will bring one to your room. The rooms are small but decorated very trendy and nice. Tip: the bathroom waste container is under the bathroom cabinet. We couldn't find till well into our stay. The hotel is near Lincoln Center, a short walk to Columbus Circle, a short walk and you are in Central Park, a short walk and your are at Times Square. It isn't the quietest hotel but I didn't think it was overly noisy either. The noise didn't seem to bother me, in fact I rather enjoyed it, the hustle bustle of New York starting her day! Obviously, there were no mini coffee pots in the room, but you could go to the hotel restaurant or get room service. It was easier to go to the Starbucks that was literally out the hotel, turn the corner, Starbucks. We had a great time in New York and were very pleased with our stay at the Empire Hotel.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
4
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
4
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Friends

Money savers tip

Use the subway! We were there for 5 nights. We got a subway map and just went for it. People in New York are so friendly and helpful. We were able to go all over, get off at whatever stop we wanted, and then walk all over New York. Got lots of exercise, too. We only took a cab to a broadway show one night.


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Score

4 out of 5

Very nice hotel in a great location!

Jenny Oct 3, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

The hotel is in an excellent location, and as an added bonus has a Starbucks and a Duane Reade right around the corner! ... Rooms are smallish, but that's the norm in NYC. Very clean and comfortable, with a pleasant lobby area. Friendly staff. There's a very popular rooftop bar, so it was a bit crazy on Friday night (and we had some loud "kids" on our floor who were very loud and rude that night, though, that's not the hotel's fault). I will most definitely stay there again!!

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Friends


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Score

3 out of 5

us open weekend

Tennis whoe Sep 19, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

Their restaurant is under renovation and NO coffee pot in each room. Starbucks is next door, but it would have been nice to ... have a small pot to start the day. The Empire has a roof top bar/club and they play music until 2 or so in the am. If you are on one of the top floors--I hope you are a sound sleeper. The Rooms and hotel lobby had great decor and the location is wonderful. Across the street from the Lincoln ctr and just a few blocks away from Central park. Good subway access and great help from staff to hail taxis.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
4
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
4
Dining options:
1

Traveler type: Friends


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Score

4 out of 5

Crazy girls getaway

The big toed traveler Sep 2, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

The hotel is 3 blks from central park, across the street from Lincoln Center and close to several subway stations. The front ... desk clerk was very friendly/helpful. We were upgraded from a superior to a deluxe room. The room was very spacious. The beds were clean, comfortable although the room did have a slight mildewy smell, which may be due to the fact that the shower had no door and water goes everywhere. My biggest complaint would be the size of the bathroom, tiny, your knees would touch the door when you sat on the toilet.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
4
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
4
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Friends


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Score

5 out of 5

Quick tip

Great place

Renardette Sep 2, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

Everything was great! ...

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Single

Entertainment tip, In Hotel

Rooftop bar is amazing!


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Score

4 out of 5

Quick tip

Ideally located, cozy room, small bath,

Me & Mrs. Aug 10, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

We bought a New York City pass and toured the entire island. I would recommend doing that again; from the Top of the Rock, ... Ellis Island, NBC studios, Empire State building, and the big red bus. As our first trip, with the Empire Hotel tied in, I would rate it an 8.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
4
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
4
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples

Dining tip, Short Walk

Across the street at Josephine's is a wonderful cafe menue, moderately priced.


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Recreation/Attractions tip, Short Walk

Lincoln Center across the street. Don't go on Monday since all of the theaters are closed.

--DanP, Houston, TX Nov 26, 2009

Dining tip, Short Walk

For an incredible steak dinner go to BLT on 57th st between Park and Madison .

--Christiano, Hilton Head Island SC Nov 19, 2009

Dining tip, Long Walk

Excellent Italian food at "Isabella's" with fantastic service.

--Mary Jane & Terry, Wichita, Kansas Nov 17, 2009

Entertainment tip, Short Walk

Literally across the street from LIncoln Center.

--Doc Pop, Lynbrook, NY Nov 16, 2009

Time savers tip, Short Walk

Subway is easiest way to get to and from the hotel and saves you $$.

--Kim, San Francisco, CA Nov 12, 2009

Nightlife tip, In Hotel

Rooftop bar is a great place to start the evening. Excellent atmosphere and great music, plus you don't have to worry about the line which is an added plus. Built in entertainment venue.

--Loves New York, Orange County, CA Nov 10, 2009

Recreation/Attractions tip, Short Walk

Central Park

--Runner, Norway Nov 9, 2009

Shopping tip, Short Walk

The whole food supermarket in the Times Warner building is a real experience; good for breakfast, lunch or just to get a quick snack or drink....

--Amber, London, UK Nov 4, 2009

Entertainment tip, Short Walk

Lincoln Center is just across the street.

--The Clarks, Ann Arbor Mi Oct 19, 2009

Money savers tip

Use the subway! We were there for 5 nights. We got a subway map and just went for it. People in New York are so friendly and helpful. We were able to go all over, get off at whatever stop we wanted, and then walk all over New York. Got lots of exercise, too. We only took a cab to a broadway show one night.

--Mimi, Florida Oct 11, 2009

Entertainment tip, In Hotel

Rooftop bar is amazing!

--Renardette, NY Sep 2, 2009

Dining tip, Short Walk

Across the street at Josephine's is a wonderful cafe menue, moderately priced.

--Me & Mrs., Delmont, Pa Aug 10, 2009

Money savers tip, Short Walk

From Empire Hotel, one block to Central Park, a short walk to Columbus Circle and Time Warner; a little longer walk to Times Square (save on cab fare).

--Naancee, Darien, Il. Jul 2, 2009

Dining tip

10 Downing in the West End was exceptional! Excellent food, service, and reasonalby priced wine as well as the food.

--Hound, New Hampshire May 24, 2009

Dining tip, Short Walk

Four first-class restaurants are accross the street. Or take the subway to others throughout the city--its only a block away.

--David from Alexandria, Alexandria, Virginia May 12, 2009

Time savers tip, Short Walk

The subway was just a block and a half away and if you're looking for directions to a place the staff is delighted to help.

--Lluvia, USA Dec 18, 2008

Recreation/Attractions tip, Short Walk

If you stay at the Empire and wish to see Ellis Island, it is less than half a block to the subway. Take the number one train and it will take you right to Battery Park and the South Ferry terminal. It took all of 20 minutes to get from the hotel to the terminal and the subway ride...$2.00! Best deal in the city.

--Gage, Elko, NV Oct 7, 2008

Time savers tip, Short Walk

The subway entrance was across the street at Lincoln Center which was very convenient. We took the subway uptown and downtown. Best and cheapest way to travel in the city.

--Louis, Saginaw Sep 29, 2008

Recreation/Attractions tip, Short Walk

Central Park and Columbus Circle are a short walk.

--Stephen, USA Sep 20, 2008

Recreation/Attractions tip, Short Walk

The Hotel is located in the middle of everything. one block from Central Park, 15 minutes walk from Time Square.

--Charles, Santa Clara Sep 2, 2008

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