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Best Western Premier Empire State Hotel

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of a cityscape through floor-to-ceiling windows.
A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a leather sofa, and a large blue wall with a textured pattern.
An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a glass wall, and a staircase leading to an interior space.
A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and large windows offering views.
A hotel entrance with a modern facade, large windows, and a sign reading "Premier Best Western."

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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16 E 30th St, New York, NY, 10016
  • Place, 5th Avenue
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Empire State Building
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Madison Square Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of a cityscape through floor-to-ceiling windows.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 150 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a window with a city view.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 160 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Larger Room)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of the city through large windows.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Larger Room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (Larger Room)

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (Larger Room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 220 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Larger Room)

A hotel room with a mounted flat-screen TV, a built-in shelf, a large window with curtains, and a view of a building with a spire.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Larger Room)

  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Bathtub (Larger Room)

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a large window with a view of buildings.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Bathtub (Larger Room)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 230 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a large bed, a walk-in closet, and a city view through the window.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

  • 190 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

A neatly made bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, and a small bedside table with a white surface.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 150 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a balcony with curtains, and a city view.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the cityscape.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Living Room;with Sofabed)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Living Room;with Sofabed)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Living Room;with Sofabed)

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

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Living Room;with Sofabed)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Kitchenette (with Sofabed)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with sheer curtains.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Kitchenette (with Sofabed)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

1 Double Bed, Non-Smoking, Safe

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Accessible-1 King, Mobility Accessible, Communication Assistance, Bathtub, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Safe, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

New York

Located in Manhattan, Best Western Premier Empire State Hotel is adjacent to 5th Avenue and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Empire State Building. This 102-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a coffee shop/cafe, free in-room WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk.

What's nearby

  • 5th Avenue - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Empire State Building - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Museum of Sex - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Madison Square Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Madison Square Garden - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • 28 St. Station (Broadway) - 5 min walk
  • New York W 32nd St. Station - 6 min walk
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Her Name is Han - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Seville - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Okdongsik - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Howoo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪No Flex - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Best Western Premier Empire State Hotel

Best Western Premier Empire State Hotel features free WiFi in public areas and a convenience store. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. This smoke-free hotel also has an ATM.
Guests can expect free WiFi and TVs with cable channels. Phones, free toiletries, and wardrobes or closets are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 2 to 25 for adults and USD 2 to 25 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • PRAIVI

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • Built in 2021
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless 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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

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 2 to 25 for adults, and USD 2 to 25 for children

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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-3:00 AM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • 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.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Empire State Hotel
Best Premier Empire State
Best Western Premier Empire State Hotel Hotel
Best Western Premier Empire State Hotel New York
Best Western Premier Empire State Hotel Hotel New York

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around Best Western Premier Empire State Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Manhattan, just steps from 5th Avenue, and within a 10-minute walk of Madison Square Park and Herald Square. You'll also find Madison Square Garden and Bryant Park less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Premier Empire State Hotel?

As of Sep 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Premier Empire State Hotel on Sep 13, 2026 start from $234, 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.

Will I be able to park at Best Western Premier Empire State Hotel?

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

Does Best Western Premier Empire State Hotel have a casino at the property?

No, Best Western Premier Empire State Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Best Western Premier Empire State Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Best Western Premier Empire State Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a coffee shop/cafe plus some guestrooms include a kitchenette and bathrobes.

Does Best Western Premier Empire State Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does Best Western Premier Empire State Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Best Western Premier Empire State Hotel serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at PRAIVI.

Does Best Western Premier Empire State Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Best Western Premier Empire State Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Does Best Western Premier Empire State Hotel have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Best Western Premier Empire State Hotel?

The closest major airport to Best Western Premier Empire State Hotel is LaGuardia Airport (LGA), which is 9.7 mi away (27 minutes by car). Another top airport is Teterboro, NJ (TEB), which is located 12.4 mi away (18-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Best Western Premier Empire State Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Best Western Premier Empire State Hotel that offer a balcony.

Best Western Premier Empire State Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 800 out of 1163 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 243 out of 1163 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 1163 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1163 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1163 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, friendly staff, great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Khanh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel ever
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Seung Hwa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the location. It's the perfect for the travelers who need to go everywhere in Manhattan.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and value.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Ghia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
nice clean and comfortable place for overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Darya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and super friendly staff! The room has everything you need for a short stay in the city.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nadav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room and very nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, great staff!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cristian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central Location, small hotel perfect for short stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean hotel,great location for all tourist attraction. Nice friendly people in front desk. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location clean rooms
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Exactly what I needed in a hotel for a very good price!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good room and location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean facility, the best location for the buck.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CAROLE

Breakfast was wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, nice location, excellent rates, good wifi, everything was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jasara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, nice staff, great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katarina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay good location for tourist. The staff were very helpful, was able to ask for early check, and luggage storage after check out. Rooms are clean and relatively spacious
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was spotless, and the bed was incredibly cozy, providing a comforting retreat. Its convenient location within walking distance of Times Square made it easy to enjoy the city’s vibrant energy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, room fairy sized and nice. Shower water pressure was a bit weak, but other than that it was a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jamealy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location and room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shondra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff. They accommodated my family and I with early check in.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026