The Watson Hotel

Hotel with a seasonal outdoor pool, a short walk to Central Park

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Dates

July 2025

August 2025

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Popular amenities

Breakfast available
Room service
Pool
Gym
Bar
Parking available

Explore the area

440 West 57th Street, New York, NY, 10019-3013

Broadway
‪8 min walk‬
Manhattan Cruise Terminal
‪11 min walk‬
Times Square
‪12 min walk‬
New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)
‪26 min drive‬

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Room options

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds

320 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

320 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Queen Room

240 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

New York

Located in Manhattan, The Watson Hotel is within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as Central Park and Lincoln Center. This 591-room, 3-star hotel has conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and a gym.

What's nearby

Broadway - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
Lincoln Center - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
Manhattan Cruise Terminal - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Times Square - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
Rockefeller Center - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

New York W 32nd St. Station - 4 min drive
59 St. - Columbus Circle Station - 4 min walk
LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

‪Rise Bar - ‬3 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
‪Paris Baguette - ‬3 min walk
‪The Flame Diner - ‬2 min walk
‪Birch Coffee - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Watson Hotel

Hotel with a seasonal outdoor pool, a short walk to Central Park

Guests staying at The Watson Hotel enjoy an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Valet parking is offered for USD 52 per day. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, a business center, and a seasonal outdoor pool.

Guests can expect free WiFi and 40-inch LCD TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, laptop-compatible safes, and phones are other standard amenities.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

Languages

Arabic, Bosnian, Bulgarian, Croatian, English, French, Indonesian, Polish, Russian, Serbian, Spanish

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Pool
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Free WiFi
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$172 nightly

Aug 10 - Aug 11

Total includes taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

Valet parking on site (USD 52 per day)

Food and drink

Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 28.69 for adults and USD 28.69 for children
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant

Things to do

Gym
Outdoor pool

Family friendly

In-room crib
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Refrigerator on request

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
ATM
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
Meeting rooms

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
Elevator
Grab bar in shower
Hand-held showerhead
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchairs on site

18 floors
2 buildings
Built in 1964
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Free crib

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels provided

Entertainment

40-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Limited room service
Refrigerator on request

Air conditioning
Desk
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Laptop-compatible safe
Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in fee: USD 35.44

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: USD 35.43

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per day
Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

Destination fee: USD 20 per accommodation, per night

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 28.69 for adults and USD 28.69 for children
Valet parking fee: USD 52 per day
Early check-in fee: USD 35.44 (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: USD 35.43 (subject to availability)
An in-room refrigerator is available for an additional fee
Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: noon
Minimum check-in age: 18

The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers valet 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 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 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

The seasonal pool is open from May to September.
Pool access available from 10 AM to 6 PM.
Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Watson Hotel New York

Watson Hotel

Watson New York

Holiday Inn Midtown 57th Street

Holiday Inn Midtown New York

Holiday Inn Midtown Manhattan

Holiday Inn Manhattan Midtown

The Watson Hotel Hotel

The Watson Hotel New York

The Watson Hotel Hotel New York

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Watson Hotel?

The Watson Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see within easy reach of The Watson Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Manhattan within a 10-minute walk of Central Park, Lincoln Center, and Broadway. You'll also find Manhattan Cruise Terminal and Times Square less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Watson Hotel?

Yes, valet parking is offered for USD 52 per day.

Does The Watson Hotel include a casino?

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

Is there an indoor pool at The Watson Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have access between 10 AM and 6 PM and the seasonal pool is normally open from May until September.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Watson Hotel?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does The Watson Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does The Watson Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

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

Does The Watson Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

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

Does The Watson Hotel have connecting rooms?

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

How close is the airport from The Watson Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Watson Hotel is LaGuardia Airport (LGA), which is 15.9 mi away (39 minutes by car). Another top airport is Teterboro, NJ (TEB), which is located 12.1 mi away (18-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Watson Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Watson Hotel.

The Watson Hotel Reviews

7.4

Good

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Kingsley

Jul 4, 2022

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Joshua

May 20, 2022

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner

Jun 11, 2021

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful view of the city

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

May 3, 2021

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

2/10 Terrible

Dave, NYC

Traveled with family

Jul 5, 2020

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

They are closed and now a homeless shelter. No check in available and full of homeless.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler

Mar 31, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I enjoyed my stay at the hotel. The room was very clean and face the street which I loved. Because I love sunlight in the morning. Great lounge that I will enjoy on my next stay!

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Mar 25, 2020

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Mar 23, 2020

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

The reception was neither welcoming nor rude. Not that it matters to me but I thought I should mention it for others. It's an old hotel but you can see that the management is making every effort to please. The towels are fresh comparable to any 5 star establishment and the toiletries are plenty. The room was warm despite the chill outside I later realised they left the window 'stuck' open to let the 'fresh' air (and the fresh noise) in. Halfway between Central Park and Times Square you can walk to both provided you don't do it on the same day of course. And the bed didn't disappoint either.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Nestor

Mar 23, 2020

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

James

Mar 22, 2020

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

Stay at the Watson!

Our stay was fabulous. My wife and I were among the last guests before the hotel was closed. Everyone was friendly and helpful. Considering what was/is going on, I was quite impressed with the overall professional performance of the staff. This place is a keeper. To better days, Cheers James

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Mar 19, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

was perfectly located to my needs and quite and close to park and shopping

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Mar 18, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

The behind workers was really nice..not the downstairs or front desk... The toilet didn't flush proper, no fridge or microwave,

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler, Traveled with partner

Mar 18, 2020

Liked: Staff & service

Rooms are bigger than many in NYC. Very nice staff that have been there for many many years. Great location.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Mar 17, 2020

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

4/10 Poor

Hanna, Seattle

Traveled with family

Mar 17, 2020

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Staff & service

Location is what gave this property a star for me. It was easy to get to most places in downtown by taking the subway. Your a walk distance to time square and the SW corner or Central Park. Be prepared for absolutely irritable staff. We stayed 4 days and every single day had a different staff member with what felt like no patience regarding questions....our room had ants. They did move us for it. Also the walls are paper thin...we also got moved for a total of 2 times because the noises in the rooms across the hall were so bad.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Mar 17, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very sad the pool deck was only seasonal! Even if the pool is closed it would have been amazing to see the city from the deck. Overall it was great! Clean hotel, friendly staff. Will def. be back! Oh and the wings at the skylight lounge were to Die for. We are them for 3 nights in a row!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner

Mar 17, 2020

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

Location was excellent, staff was excellent and friendly

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Mary

Traveled with group

Mar 16, 2020

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

Great location, close to restaurants and sights.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Carlo

Business traveler

Mar 16, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Amenities

For what i paid it was fine.good location easy check in

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Mar 15, 2020

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

Good Value

What you see in the photos is what you get. For this price, I found this to be a decent hotel in a good area. The room was clean but by no means luxurious, although the beds and pillows were very comfortable. Overall, I would stay here again.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner

Mar 14, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Everything was excellent,Service was lovely.Quick and fast also.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Mar 14, 2020

Liked: Staff & service

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler

Mar 13, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

It is a great location and the rooms are a nice size for the price. But, you can hear everything from the neighboring rooms. I can’t tell you how many door slams I heard all hours of the night. I woke up to the smell of overwhelming cigarette smoke one morning. That night I had to change rooms as the bathroom ceiling was leaking (think a moderate rain) into my bathroom. At least that next morning I didn’t have to wake up to the smell of smoke. But I was tired from being woke up by the sound of water, having to pack and change rooms. I will not stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020