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The Lucerne Hotel

Property class: 4

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A building with ornate architectural details, an American flag, and a marquee sign for "The Lucerne" at address 201.
A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of the street outside.
A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, a brick wall, and a view of the city skyline.
A spacious living room with a red sofa, a round coffee table, and a red armchair.
A reception area with a curved marble counter, a red upholstered chair, and a small table with a bowl.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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201 W 79th St, New York, NY, 10024
  • Place, Beacon Theater
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Central Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, American Museum of Natural History
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, lamps, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A red brick building with a large entrance, an American flag, and a number '201' sign.

Handicapped Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a door.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Mobility Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a dresser, a television, and a chair.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(77 reviews)
  • 220 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(259 reviews)
  • City view
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, a desk with a TV, and a framed picture on the wall.

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Suite, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(65 reviews)
  • City view
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 210 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(231 reviews)
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

Junior Suite

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a dark headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Family Suite

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

New York

Located in Manhattan, The Lucerne Hotel is within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as Central Park and American Museum of Natural History. This 4-star hotel has 202 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Beacon Theater - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Central Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • American Museum of Natural History - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Metropolitan Museum of Art - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Lincoln Center - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • 79 St. Station - 2 min walk
  • New York Harlem 125th St. Station - 6 min drive
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zabar's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Nice Matin - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Jake's Dilemma - ‬2 min walk
  • Birria Landia Taco Truck
  • ‪New Cottage - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Lucerne Hotel

At The Lucerne Hotel, guests have access to a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. Transportation is made easy with limo/town car service. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a business center, express check-in, and express check-out.
Flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Safes, phones, and ironing boards are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a health club.

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: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 0.2 miles (USD 60 per day)
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 35 to 35 for adults and USD 35 to 35 for children
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Nice Matin

Things to do

  • Health club

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space

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
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 13 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1904
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 35.00 to 35.00 for adults, and USD 35.00 to 35.00 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 60 per day (984 ft away)

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; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
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: 4 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services.

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. 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Hotel Lucerne
Lucerne Hotel
Lucerne Hotel New York
Lucerne New York
Lucerne Hotel New York City
The Lucerne Hotel Hotel
The Lucerne Hotel New York
The Lucerne Hotel Hotel New York

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near The Lucerne Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Manhattan within a 10-minute walk of Central Park and American Museum of Natural History. You'll also find Lincoln Center and Metropolitan Museum of Art less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lucerne Hotel?

As of Aug 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lucerne Hotel on Aug 31, 2026 start from $278, including 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.

Is there parking available at The Lucerne Hotel?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does The Lucerne Hotel have a casino?

No, The Lucerne Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Lucerne Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Lucerne Hotel good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include 24-hour room service, meal delivery service, and turndown service.

Does The Lucerne Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Lucerne Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Lucerne Hotel serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Nice Matin.

Does The Lucerne Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Lucerne Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Does The Lucerne Hotel have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The Lucerne Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Lucerne Hotel is LaGuardia Airport (LGA), which is 15.9 mi away (37 minutes by car). Another top airport is Teterboro, NJ (TEB), which is located 14.8 mi away (19-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Lucerne Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at The Lucerne Hotel that offer a balcony.

The Lucerne Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1846 out of 2545 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 491 out of 2545 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 146 out of 2545 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 2545 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 2545 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is clean, quiet and convenient to restaurants, museums and Zabars! Reasonable prices and location made this our favorite NY hotel. This year, we brought our whole family to join us. Thanks again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice room, good breakfast.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

JOSUE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice location and great rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ekaterina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Clean well maintained hotel with excellent staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, great location. Staff was very attentive.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Deepak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent hotel with great location- highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bridgett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was so nice and helpful. Location can’t be beat.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location quiet and clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a pleasure staying at The Lucerne. Nice property in an extremely convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice to walk in to Nice Matin for good breakfast, with discount. Staff consistently helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Location on the Upper West Side - near museums. Old style, classic hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super friendly and helpful and the location was very safe, convenient, and family-friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shaoming

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We like the location, the building, the friendly and helpful staff, the junior suit, and on-site nice breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at this lovely hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Krista

Great location for the Bracon and restaurants nearby
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rocio

Liked: Cleanliness
Was great
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice size room and close to lots of great food and locations
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

florinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrific stay at The Lucerne. Excellent service, the staff was exceptional, everyone we came in contact with at the hotel was fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at the Lucerne and had a lovely breakfast at Nice Matin. It was convenient to the subway line and to everything we wanted to see during our stay in New York.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great and room was perfect. Only thing is I wish there was a mini fridge.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026