Aura Hotel Times Square

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, steps from Times Square

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Penthouse (Suite) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes
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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Reception

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym

Explore the area

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120 W 44th St, New York, NY, 10036
  • Place, Broadway
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Times Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bryant Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(71 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(47 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed, Roll-in Shower

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(69 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room (Full)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(63 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(148 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Penthouse (Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

New York

Located in Manhattan, Aura Hotel Times Square is adjacent to Times Square and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Bryant Park. This 4-star hotel has 234 guestrooms and offers conveniences like 2 restaurants, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Broadway - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Times Square - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bryant Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • 5th Avenue - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Grand Central Terminal - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • 42 St. - Bryant Pk. Station - 3 min walk
  • Grand Central - 42 St. Station - 8 min walk
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tony's Di Napoli - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy's Corner - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪O'Donoghues Pub & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bar 54 - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Aura Hotel Times Square

Hotel with 2 restaurants, steps from Times Square
Guests of Aura Hotel Times Square enjoy features like a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and express check-out. Self parking is offered for USD 55 per night. The front desk has multilingual staff standing by 24 hours a day to assist with luggage storage and concierge services. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include a water dispenser and a porter/bellhop.
32-inch LCD TVs are available for entertainment, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, laptop-compatible safes, and phones.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 0.8 miles (USD 55 per night)
  • Secured self parking on site (USD 55 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 27 to 108 for adults and USD 27 to 108 for children
  • 2 restaurants

Restaurants on site

  • Gatsby's Landing
  • The Long Room

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Stereo

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 16 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1933
  • Renovated entire property - May 2024
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 150.00 per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 150 per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (30 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 9 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee: USD 40.17 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Phone calls

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 27 to 108 for adults, and USD 27 to 108 for children
  • Secured self parking fee: USD 55 per night
  • Offsite parking fee: USD 55 per night (0.8 mi away)
  • Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 150.00 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)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Hotel Mela
Hotel Mela New York
Mela Hotel
Mela New York
Mela Hotel New York City
Hotel Mela Times Square
Mela Times Square
Hotel Mela Times Square
Aura Hotel Times Square Hotel
Aura Hotel Times Square New York

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Aura Hotel Times Square?

Aura Hotel Times Square provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Aura Hotel Times Square?

As of Nov 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aura Hotel Times Square on Nov 30, 2025 start from $209.0, 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 can I see within easy reach of Aura Hotel Times Square?

This hotel is situated in Manhattan, just steps from Times Square and Bryant Park, and within a short walk of Broadway. You'll also find 5th Avenue and Rockefeller Center less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Aura Hotel Times Square?

Yes, secured parking is offered for USD 55 per night.

Does Aura Hotel Times Square include a casino at the property?

No, Aura Hotel Times Square doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Aura Hotel Times Square?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Aura Hotel Times Square good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include Egyptian cotton sheets, a turndown service, and bathrobes.

Does Aura Hotel Times Square have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Aura Hotel Times Square have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Aura Hotel Times Square has 2 restaurants, and serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Will Aura Hotel Times Square allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Aura Hotel Times Square for a fee of USD 150.00 per pet, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls. A deposit of USD 150 per stay is collected.

Are there connecting rooms at Aura Hotel Times Square?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Aura Hotel Times Square?

The closest major airport to Aura Hotel Times Square is LaGuardia Airport (LGA), which is 9.2 mi away (32 minutes by car). Another top airport is Teterboro, NJ (TEB), which is located 12 mi away (18-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Aura Hotel Times Square?

No, at Aura Hotel Times Square, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Reviews

Aura Hotel Times Square Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1468 out of 2573 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 620 out of 2573 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 251 out of 2573 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 107 out of 2573 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 127 out of 2573 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Mijal

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nightmare! When we checked-in, the carpet in our room was all wet and the water of the sink was closed, and that wasn't the worst. We paid a lot of money to stay here and we didn' have hot water on any day.There were days when we couldn’t shower at all, and on other days the water seemed like it might start warming up, but then turned cold again, forcing us to jump out of the shower. We reported this twice to the front desk and they sent maintenance staff but nothing was ever resolved. The maintenance person said the problem was due to the boilers being replaced, but that wasn't our problem. He also said that it might be because too many guests were showering at the same time, but again, not our problem. We checked in on a Monday. Saturday night, after many days of not being able to shower properly, we were finally offered a room change, but there were no rooms available. We were told that if a room opened up, they would let us know. Then, the next morning, despite having the “Do Not Disturb” sign on our door and without any previous notice that a room was available, someone came and woke us up, saying that if we wanted to move rooms, we had to do it right then. We were asleep, not dressed, and hadn’t packed, so of course, we had to decline. We sent our written complain to the both the hotel and the company that owns it, but they didn't respond.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Samira

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bedding, towels, staff all very wonderful. Condition of the building, not so great. Problems with water pressure, lights not working, elevator felt like a death trap. Windows are screwed shut... Scary if there were to be a fire. They put lipstick on a pig and called it a darling. But it's NYC... I guess that's what you get for visiting a over marketed place. Let me just say that the staff was really the highlight of this hotel. Very nice people.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, wonderful staff!! Close by Times Square and it is walkable to any store.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Good location and good stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kitt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Conveniently located in the theatre district and near Times Square and subways. It's an older building and wifi is iffy but it is clean and safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

GREG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good location for Time Square
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Yuhao

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sanaz

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It require more deep cleaning.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a real gem in the value for the price for the location. I booked a twin room but received an e-mail to upgrade to a queen room for a very small amount per night which I took advantage of . The room is clean and the Molton Brown products are awesome. This is my second stay here and will not be my last.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is within spitting distance of Times Square and Broadway- perfect if you’ve never been to NYC before (and easy access for breakfast at Stardust diner to beat the queues!). It can get busy in the area but the hotel was quiet and the bed was very comfy. Hotel room small, we struggled to find space for the case once opened but it was clean, comfortable and perfect to just dump our stuff and get out to explore. Would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All personnel was very kind, safe area. Amy was our House Keeping on Floor 15 th she is the best I will returned
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Chris

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not coming back

First room, broken A/C. Second room, dirty, poorly working A/C, leaky sink, leaky shower, shower was either ice, cold or scolding hot… No in between. Decent location in Midtown, but expected everything to work well for the money. Would not stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fabulous (location, bed/pillows, room Size) and really impressed how quiet it was.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michael, Princeton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, convenient to multiple subway lines. Room was comfortable. The shower pressure was low, but not terrible.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very clean and well-maintained hotel. It has an excellent location with easy access to all the available Times Square businesses.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

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

10/10 Excellent

Austin

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

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Choice in the Time Square Area

Conveniently located in the heart of Time Square. Staff was very friendly, professional and went out of their way to ensure a great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

James

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Filthy and rude front desk.

I didn’t pay for the four seasons so was not expecting much. There were soo many bad things I could have got over if the main things were good. They were not… the bathroom was filthy with stains and hair in the bath and sink. I called and was told there were no other rooms available. No one came to clean it. We cleaned it. The front desk was rude. No apology, just didn’t want to help. So the rest of the small stuff that just irritated me once the room was filthy and the staff were rude… 1. The air conditioning sounds like a rocket in your room. No kidding, scared us when it turned on. 2. The walls are paper thin. I heard every word of the conversation next door. Almost entertaining when I heard him (or maybe her) fart. 3. The bathroom door dowsn’t close without the three pull tug on it. 4. The lights in the hallway leak through the door and are on all night. 5. The elevators are nasty and kind of shut 6. The carpets in hallways are badly stained and smell. 7. The ice machine is broken but I can go down the road and buy some if I like! 8. The water pressure is non-existent. It will take you 10 minutes to get wet. 9. There is no fan in the bathroom and the door opens right to the bed. Strategic bathroom use. 10. $40 destination charge per night not mentioned in advance. I hope they use it for the cleaners or to fix the ice machine. All 10 small things are that, just small, but altogether with a dirty room and rude staff this place is not somewhere to stay. Nasty!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joharis, Point Pleasant Boro

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

10/10 Excellent

Diane, Columbiaville

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first time staying at Aura and it won’t be the last. The location was perfect for everything we were doing. The staff was friendly and helpful, which you don’t always find in NYC hotels. The room was spacious and the bathroom was clean. We couldn’t have been happier.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025