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Excelsior Hotel

3.5 star property

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Lobby sitting area
Interior
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Fitness facility

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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45 W 81st St, New York, NY, 10024
  • Place, Central Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, American Museum of Natural History
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Metropolitan Museum of Art
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 470 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Superior Junior Suite, 2 Double Beds

  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, Smart TV, pay movies

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Suite, 2 Double Beds

  • 470 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, Smart TV, pay movies

Excelsior Deluxe Suite, 2 Double Beds

  • 480 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Excelsior Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 474 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Queen, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Classic Queen, 1 Queen Bed

  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

New York

Located in Manhattan, Excelsior Hotel is within a 5-minute walk of popular attractions such as Central Park and American Museum of Natural History. This 3.5-star hotel has 199 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Central Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • American Museum of Natural History - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Beacon Theater - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Bloomingdale's - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Metropolitan Museum of Art - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • 81 St. - Museum of Natural History Station - 3 min walk
  • New York W 32nd St. Station - 7 min drive
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Famous Original Ray's Pizza - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪UNO Pizzeria & Grill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪About Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Spice - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gari of Columbus - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Excelsior Hotel

Excelsior Hotel features a gym, WiFi in public areas, and conference space. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include a business center, express check-out, and free newspapers.
32-inch Smart TVs come with satellite channels and pay movies, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and pillowtop beds with premium bedding ensure a restful night. Free newspapers, safes, and phones are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (USD 30 per day); discounts available
  • Airport shuttle available
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 17 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Babysitting
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

This property charges a fee for luggage storage before check-in and after check-out for group reservations.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 21 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Business center/computer access
  • Fitness center access

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 buffet breakfast: approximately USD 17.00 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 30 per day

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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, debit cards, and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with discounted offsite parking.

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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Excelsior Hotel New York

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Excelsior New York City

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Excelsior Hotel?

Excelsior Hotel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do near Excelsior Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Manhattan, just steps from Central Park and American Museum of Natural History. You'll also find Metropolitan Museum of Art and Lincoln Center less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Excelsior Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Excelsior Hotel feature a casino on the premises?

No, Excelsior Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Excelsior Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Excelsior Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and a smart TV as well as a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Excelsior Hotel?

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

Does Excelsior Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Excelsior Hotel serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Excelsior Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Excelsior Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Excelsior Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Excelsior Hotel?

The closest major airport to Excelsior Hotel is LaGuardia Airport (LGA), which is 9.5 mi away (33 minutes by car). Another top airport is Teterboro, NJ (TEB), which is located 15.1 mi away (20-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Excelsior Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Excelsior Hotel.

Excelsior Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 508 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 345 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 89 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1000 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is unique in decor. It is older, but very clean and antique decor. I loved it. We were pleasantly surprised to get a larger room. Very close to Central Park and Museum across the street. Also subway is close. We walked to the theatre district for a play. I was so happy to find that cleaning staff found my wallet. I had left it in the safe and staff had given it to the office. What a huge relief!! Nice to know we do have some decent honest people in this world!! Excelsior is our recommendation to stay in NYC! Love New York. Hope to get back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and great value. Horrible coffee setup and snacks are awful but otherwise fabulous.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel! Excellent location. It is close to restaurants and entertainment as well. Very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
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8/10 Good

Jimmy

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

Beautiful hotel, not enough hot water & broken AC

It’s a beautiful hotel with a view overlooking the Museum of Natural History. Unfortunately the air conditioner pumped out hot air instead of cold air, even when the in-room thermostat was set to cool; and the shower sometimes didn’t have enough hot water.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, location, location. I have stayed in many different parts of Manhattan. I loved this spot because it is right next to Central Park and the B & C Subway lines. The staff were friendly. The hotel is old-fashioned. The fan in my bathroom was very loud.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Classic NYC hotel with small but comfortable rooms. Great UWS location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best position on Upper West Side. Hotel updated to modern standard while maintaining true period atmosphere. Feel and reality is an intimate high end New York hotel.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2020
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10/10 Excellent

JHayes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I wish there had been somewhere could have eaten dinner or a snack. Also, no room service.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice atmosphere, spacious room, excellent location, really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
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10/10 Excellent

JohnT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is wonderful! I completely enjoyed my two day stay there. The staff was pleasant and helpful. The room was immaculate and well maintained. The only negative thought I have is that there is no longer a restaurant in the hotel forcing visitors to find a place for breakfast and lunch in the surrounding blocks.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little Hotel, not a lot of amenities but clean, safe and right next to Central Park. I stay here a week a month for business.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is very nice but also friendly and relaxed as is the Upper West side compared to other parts of Manhattan. The heat was way too warm -- ran the noisy air conditioning most of the night. Other than that, it's a great "home" to come home to after a busy NYC day. It's my sixth time staying here. Love it.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Morning coffee, did not have real cream, nor milk.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
There were some hidden fees, both for WiFi and building services that I was not anticipating. It’s a great location for the cost.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about the property and staff. They went out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location for what i needed to do. Not good was no breakfest and not much in the way of room amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Alanna

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

Excellent value for money

The Excelsior hotel is in an excellent position directly opposite the Museum of Natural History and a stone's throw to central park, many good cafes and restaurants and the subway station. The staff are friendly and helpful. The room was very clean, quiet and comfortable. It is excellent value for money in such an expensive city.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, quiet street, easy access to subway. Breakfast room was under construction, so advertised breakfast not available, which was inconvenient. No in room coffee or room service - plan ahead, as closest coffee shop is a block away. Staff was helpful and kind, and room was clean and well maintained - excellent housekeeping service.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020
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8/10 Good

Robbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for the $$ Bed Comfy Big room Quiet room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
cool smaller boutique-ish hotel in a great area. A few minor issues with the hotel - small things that need update or repair. But overall the hotel was very nice, my 2 double beds room was spacious, clean, and very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

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

Satisfied customer

Very nice hotel in the location I desired. I will go back
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy

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

Spacious, comfy, and great location!

Needless to say, the location was TERRIFIC. Across from museums, the park, near lots of good restaurants, and an easy walk across town. The room was spacious, too....That was a concern for me knowing how tiny New York spaces can be. Also, it was quiet! The bed, another big concern for my lousy back, was terrific. Woke up with no back issues! Overall a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful. The doorman particulary was very welcoming after having had a long car trip.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet..very nice cozy room that I was in...and a great location...next to amnh.. planetarium...and 100 ft to the subway..in 3 stops was right on Broadway theater district..
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew J

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

Our favorite place to stay!

We stay here every time we come to NYC. Quaint, quiet, and amazing location. Close to the park and subway makes it ideal for our visits. They staff is always friendly and accommodating and rooms are clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

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