$169 Avg/night
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: May 27, 2013 Check-out: May 28, 2013

The Empire Hotel

4 stars
44 West 63rd Street, New York, NY 10023
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.8
out of 5
160 reviews
The Empire Hotel Is Great!

We had a great stay at The Empire Hotel. The staff was wonderful. The room was nice and very clean.... See full review

  • Oasis1
  • Feb 25, 2013
Great spot

I love The Empire... best location ever right at Lincoln Center... close everything but not in the... See full review

  • katienriley
  • Feb 11, 2013
Sophisticated Upper West Side hotel near Central Park, Lincoln Center
The rich brown, grey and gold decor accented with animal-print pillows sets a tone of sophistication. Touches such as Frette linens and a cool rooftop bar make this hotel ideal for guests who appreciate luxury without stuffiness. A complimentary fitness center, a salon accessible from the hotel and a seasonal rooftop pool deck are just some of the amenities available to guests.
Highlights
  • Rooftop bar and pool deck
  • Complimentary fitness center
  • A block from Central Park, Lincoln Center
Location

The Empire Hotel is right by Lincoln Center and Central Park. It's a short walk to the Time Warner Center, which is home to Per Se, by the celebrated Thomas Keller, and sushi restaurant Masa, by chef Masayoshi Takayama.

Rooms

The 420 rooms and suites are sophisticated and chic, with neutral decor and contemporary touches. Beds have Frette linens, and other amenities include 32-inch flat-screen TVs, iPod docking stations with speakers and free Wi-Fi.

Dining

On-site Ed's Chowder House is a sleek setting for seafood dishes such as tuna steak frites, chowders and a raw bar. The pool deck serves a limited menu, and guests also can eat at the Rooftop Bar & Lounge. Room service is available. The Rooftop Bar & Lounge boasts views of Lincoln Center and the skyline under the iconic Empire Hotel sign. The bar has a menu featuring signature cocktails, wines by the glass, bottle service and hearty appetizers.

Recreation

The pool deck is open seasonally May through September. Guests can cool off in the plunge pool, or retreat to a private cabana (fees apply) with flat-screen TV and iPod docking station. The pool deck menu features food and drink items. Guests can also take advantage of the hotel's complimentary fitness center.

Transportation
  • La Guardia Airport (25 minutes)
  • John F. Kennedy International Airport (35 minutes)
  • Newark International Airport (35 minutes)
  • MTA Subway 1, 2 lines at 66th St - Lincoln Center
Attractions
  • Lincoln Center (0.1 mi/ 0.16 km)
  • Central Park (0.1 mi/ 0.16 km)
  • Time Warner Center (0.3 mi/ 0.48 km)
Business
  • Meeting space for up to 250 people
  • Free Wi-Fi
Policies and fees
  •  There is a $12.95 charge per 24-hour period for Wi-Fi.

This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.

The Empire Hotel Rooms

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 dcor, 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 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 dcor, 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 dcor, 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 dcor, 32-inch flat panel LCD TV with pay movies and premium cable channels, alarm clock radio, 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 dcor, 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

Amenities

  • Wireless internet
  • Pool
  • No smoking rooms/facilities
General
No smoking rooms/facilities
Concierge
Pets allowed
Elevators
Activities
Pool
Fitness center or spa
Health club
Night club
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
Room service
Services
Business center
Laundry service
Safe deposit box
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Barber/Beauty shop
Conference facilities
Internet
Wireless internet
Parking
Parking
Accessibility
Handicapped rooms/facilities

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Hotel Map

40.7715 -73.9826
Area served
New York.
Nearby airports
Kennedy Airport. La Guardia Airport. Newark Airport.
Area 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.

Nearby points of interest

  • Broadway: 0.2 mi
  • Metropolitan Opera: 0.2 mi
  • Lincoln Square: 0.2 mi
  • Carnegie Hall: 0.5 mi
  • Henry Luce Nature Observatory: 0.5 mi
  • Roseland: 0.6 mi
  • Tuscan Square: 0.6 mi
  • Equitable Center: 0.7 mi
  • Wollman Memorial Rink: 0.7 mi
  • Knickerbocker Club: 0.7 mi
  • New Amsterdam Theater: 0.7 mi
  • Fifth Avenue: 0.7 mi
  • Metropolitan Club: 0.7 mi
  • Bloomingdale's: 0.7 mi
  • FAO Schwarz: 0.7 mi
  • Broadway: 0.2 mi
  • Metropolitan Opera: 0.2 mi
  • Lincoln Square: 0.2 mi
  • Carnegie Hall: 0.5 mi
  • Henry Luce Nature Observatory: 0.5 mi
  • Roseland: 0.6 mi
  • Tuscan Square: 0.6 mi
  • Equitable Center: 0.7 mi
  • Wollman Memorial Rink: 0.7 mi
  • Knickerbocker Club: 0.7 mi
  • New Amsterdam Theater: 0.7 mi
  • Fifth Avenue: 0.7 mi
  • Metropolitan Club: 0.7 mi
  • Bloomingdale's: 0.7 mi
  • FAO Schwarz: 0.7 mi
  • Museum of American Folk Art: 0.7 mi
  • Harmonie Club: 0.7 mi
  • American Craft Museum: 0.7 mi
  • CBS Building: 0.7 mi
  • Paine Webber Art Gallery: 0.7 mi
  • Henri Bendel: 0.7 mi
  • Trump Tower: 0.8 mi
  • University Club: 0.8 mi
  • American Museum of Natural History: 0.8 mi
  • Frick Collection: 0.8 mi
  • Museum of Modern Art (MOMA): 0.8 mi
  • Radio City Music Hall: 0.8 mi
  • Duffy Square: 0.8 mi
  • Sony Building: 0.9 mi
  • Park Avenue: 0.9 mi
  • GE Building: 0.9 mi
  • Americas Society: 0.9 mi
  • Council On Foreign Relations: 0.9 mi
  • Belvedere Castle: 0.9 mi
  • Rockefeller Center: 0.9 mi
  • Shakespeare Gardens: 0.9 mi
  • NBC Studios: 0.9 mi
  • Beresford: 0.9 mi
  • International Building: 1 mi
  • Diamond District: 1 mi
  • Lever House: 1 mi
  • Whitney Museum of American Art: 1 mi
  • Saks Fifth Avenue: 1 mi
  • Children's Museum of Manhattan: 1 mi
  • Lower Plaza: 1 mi

Dining

Ed's Chowder House Bar & Restaurant
LINCOLN CENTER HAS A NEW CAUSE FOR APPLAUSE WITH THE ARRIVAL OF CHEF ED BROWN! Expanding his talents south from his restaurant eighty one, Chef Ed Brown is creating a new casual but chic se shack concept. Ed's Chowder House will offer traditional East Coast seafood fare at it's best. Highlights include Tuna Steak Frites, Lobster Rolls, Crab Cakes, signature Chowders from Chowder Bar and a wonderful assortment of Oysters and more from the ultimate Raw Bar. Ed's Chowder House is designed to take guests away from the bustling city streets and make them feel as though they walked in right off the shore!

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
Check-out:
1200

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (160)

Ratings and reviews for The Empire Hotel

Overall score

3.8 / 5
160 out of 160
Amenities:
3.7
Room cleanliness:
4.2
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3.7
Location:
4.6
Value:
3.6

79% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of The Empire Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Turbo416
Phoenix, AZ, USA
Nov 11, 2011

Great Location

This was a perfect location, close to downtown, Amtrak and shopping

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of The Empire Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Coach mom and dad
Dover De
Aug 6, 2012

anniversary weekend getaway

Fabulous! The hotel was beautiful and service great. The coconut mohitos were out of this world up at the pool!!!!!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of The Empire Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Coach mom and dad
dover de
Aug 6, 2012

romantic getaway

Awesome time and service at this hotel. Rooms super clean and delicious food-nice bell hops too

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of The Empire Hotel

Reviewer score

5
katienriley
Philadelphia, PA
Sep 16, 2012

Perfect everything...

The room was comfortable and spotless. The breakfast at Ed's was delicious. The staff are solicitous and friendly. The location could not be more perfect! Subway right around the corner. I enjoyed every minute of my stay and can not wait to return!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of The Empire Hotel

Reviewer score

5
lldesll
Denver
Nov 15, 2012

Love it!

Hotel is located in a prime neighborhood. Close to everything. Room was super cute, with an amazing view. Staff is friendly and are there to help you with any issues. My overall experience was phenomenal.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

Central Park

Review of The Empire Hotel

Reviewer score

5
lldesll
Denver
Nov 28, 2012

Amazing location!

I will always stay here when I visit NYC. Enough said!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

Central Park

Review of The Empire Hotel

Reviewer score

5
katienriley
Philadelphia, PA
Feb 11, 2013

Great spot

I love The Empire... best location ever right at Lincoln Center... close everything but not in the noisy part of it!!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

landmarc - great food and drink for a nice dinner close by.... Stone Rose - great for drinks and snacks... both with a great view of Columbus Circle

Review of The Empire Hotel

Reviewer score

5
katienriley
Philadelphia, PA
Feb 3, 2013

Perfect location

The staff at the Empire couldn't be better... always very helpful. The location is perfect... steps from Columbus Circle subway, Lincoln Center, Central Park, etc. This has become my go-to hotel in NYC.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

landmarc at the Time-Warner Center - delicious food, especially the mussels!

Review of The Empire Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Oasis1
New York
Feb 25, 2013

The Empire Hotel Is Great!

We had a great stay at The Empire Hotel. The staff was wonderful. The room was nice and very clean. We will be staying there again. Its location is great too. It is located in a wonderful part of NYC. Can't say enough nice things about the hotel and the staff was excellent.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of The Empire Hotel

Reviewer score

4
Naancee
Darien, Il.
Jul 2, 2009

unbeatable location for the price

Excellent location. Our room had a view overlooking Lincoln Center...ideal as we merely walked across the street to see our daughter perform with American Ballet Theatre at the Metropolitan Opera House. Would have enjoyed a coffee-maker in the room. Far and away better than the hotels we stayed at on previous visits. In evening bedding turned down and cookie treat left on night stand. Terry cloth robes, umbrella available for use. More space would be available in room if chose room with one bed rather than two (this 2-bed room was available to occupy on our early arrival).

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Money-saving tip: Short walk from hotel

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).

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