Empire Hotel

4-star boutique hotel near Lincoln Center

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Seasonal outdoor pool, open 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

Pool
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym

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44 W 63rd St, New York, NY, 10023

Place, Columbus Circle
‪3 min walk‬
Place, Lincoln Center
‪3 min walk‬
Place, Central Park
‪5 min walk‬
Airport, Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)
‪37 min drive‬

Room options

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

24 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

Deluxe Room (2 Double Beds)

Very good

City view
30 sq m
Sleeps 6
1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Double Beds
Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Good

City view
33 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

Junior Suite (2 Double Beds)

Good

36 sq m
Sleeps 6
2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Free WiFi

Junior Suite (1 King Bed)

City view
36 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed
Free WiFi

Room, 1 Double Bed (Express)

Good

13 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Double Bed
Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Good

19 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Corner

City view
46 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Free WiFi

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

Good

24 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
Free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Good

24 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Good

24 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
Free WiFi

About the area

New York

Heart of New York.A stay at this Manhattan hotel places you steps from Lincoln Center and within a 5-minute walk of Juilliard School. Columbus Circle and Central Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

Columbus Circle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Lincoln Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Central Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Rockefeller Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Times Square - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

66 St. - Lincoln Center Station - 2 min walk
New York W 32nd St. Station - 4 min drive
LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Smith - ‬1 min walk
‪The Empire Hotel - ‬1 min drive
‪P.J. Clarke's - ‬1 min walk
‪Rosetta Bakery - ‬2 min walk
‪Breads Bakery - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Empire Hotel

4-star boutique hotel near Lincoln Center

Empire Hotel offers its guests a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include meeting rooms, coworking spaces, and limo/town car service. A rooftop terrace, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Empire Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This Art Deco New York hotel is smoke free.

427 guestrooms or units

11 levels

3 dining venues

Meeting rooms

Built in 1923

Terrace on the roof

Poolside lounge chairs

Umbrellas for the pool

Charging station for electric cars

Dry cleaning

Front desk (24 hours)

Staff is multilingual

Storage area for luggage

Front-desk safe

Car service

Concierge

Garden

Computer for guest use

Bellhop

Elevator

No smoking on site

Bar or lounge

Coffee shop

Empire Hotel offers 427 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding, irons/ironing boards, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Similar properties

Pet friendly
Restaurant
Air conditioning
Gym

CA $321 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 7 - Jun 8

Property amenities

Family friendly

In-room crib
Pool gate
Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Electric car charging station on site
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
Limo/town car service
Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 81 per day)

Food and drink

3 restaurants
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

Gym
Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rugs in public areas
Assistive listening devices
Braille/raised signage
Elevator (50 inch wide door)
High-pile carpet in room
Smooth flooring in public areas
Stair-free path to entrance
Thin carpet in public areas
Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
Visual alarms in hallways
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

Room amenities

Entertainment

55-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Free crib
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Food and drink

Free bottled water

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Desk chair
Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Free local calls
Heating (climate-controlled)
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop workspace
Laptop-compatible safe
LED lighting
Phone
Recycling
Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 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 noon

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

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

Pets: USD 50 per accommodation, per day, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 125
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Food and water bowls are available
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Kids stay free! One child 11 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

Resort fee: USD 22.89 per accommodation, per night

The resort fee includes:

Additional inclusions
Phone calls

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

Covered valet parking fee: USD 81 per day
Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per day plus USD 125 one-time cleaning fee
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 may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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

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.

Some water is reused through a grey water recycling system

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. This property uses a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
Pool access available from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
One child 11 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Empire Hotel

Empire Hotel New York

Empire New York

Hotel Empire

Empire Hotel Hotel

Empire Hotel New York

Empire Hotel Hotel New York

Frequently asked questions

How close is Empire Hotel to the airport?

Empire Hotel is 8.3 mi (38-min drive) away from the LaGuardia Airport (LGA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Empire Hotel?

As of Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Empire Hotel on Jul 1, 2026 start from CA $194, 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.

Does Empire Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Empire Hotel.

Does Empire Hotel offer free breakfast?

Empire Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Empire Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Resorts World Casino (24-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Empire Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Empire Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 81 per day.

Does Empire Hotel have a pool?

Empire Hotel features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Does Empire Hotel have a restaurant?

There are 3 onsite restaurants, offering options like American cuisine, a poolside location, and pool views.

Does Empire Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Empire Hotel to downtown New York?

Empire Hotel is 4.2 mi away from New York.

Empire Hotel Reviews

7.6

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Emily, Chattanooga

Travelled with family

May 16, 2026

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

Ideal location close to Columbus Circle.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2026

8/10 Good

CHRIS, BLAIRSTOWN

May 12, 2026

Stayed 1 night in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

DONNA, SAFETY HARBOR

Apr 17, 2026

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

PATRICIA, THEODORE

Apr 17, 2026

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

Beautiful hotel. Staff are great

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

2/10 Terrible

Jamaal

Travelled with partner

Apr 15, 2026

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

This hotel is outdated, doesn’t have well informed staff, foul smelling, and roach infested. Upon entering this hotel you will notice that it is blazing hot. We noticed the thermostat was set at 85 and even for late march where winter is still hanging on, that was way too hot. We reserved two rooms yet the front desk could only find one. After many frustrating minutes they miraculously found our second room. We go upstairs to our two, tiny, should be city view (but is not) rooms to find that one room smells absolutely disgusting, putrid even. So much so that we immediately go back to the front desk to ask for another room, and they obliged. One of rooms had stained bedding and a chunk of porcelain missing from the bathroom sink, neither room had good lighting and I could only assume that’s to disguise nasty things hiding and lurking around. We found a dead roach and a live roach crawling around in our room. This sent us over the edge and we immediately checked out but not before the front desk asked us to send our pictures of the roach to housekeeping. I’ve noticed in other reviews people mentioning roaches so I do not think this is an isolated incident nor do I think they are doing anything to mitigate the issue. Keep away from this hotel.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

6/10 Okay

Hilda

Apr 13, 2026

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

Many at front desk were rude and curt. Keenan was the one salvation who showed compassion. Rust was noticeable in rooms and suite had a long clanking bang from heater beginning at 3:am

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

6/10 Okay

Mark

Apr 13, 2026

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Amenities

This is an old hotel and it has the same problems most old NYC hotels have, but the staff is trying. First, my room was cold and the window couldn't shut. They gave me a space heater. That helped. Secondly, my window view looked out at hotel equipment and a high rise 20 ttaway.. No option there but to change rooms. Next, the bathroom was so small you had to be in it on top of the toilet to close the door. The safe security code in the room became invalid after a few days. Room service doesn't appreciate those who sleep late. They'll just skip your room, even if you take down your "Do Not Disturb" sign. The bottom line with this hotel: the best thing about it is location. Otherwise, it's a constant struggle with a staff that has seen your problems before and is trying to deal with it.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026

6/10 Okay

Pomerantzeff

Apr 8, 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group

Mar 19, 2026

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

We had the best time at the Hotel Empire! The staff was extremely accommodating, welcoming and helpful. They also held our bags for hours until we could check in; big plus in our eyes! The rooms were excellent and the rooftop bar was an added bonus! Would stay again and highly recommend others giving it a try as well!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

PEGGY NATHALIE

Mar 14, 2026

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Mar 3, 2026

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

No idea about pets. Perfect location for events at the Lincoln Center

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alexander James

Travelled with partner

Mar 3, 2026

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

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel on the Upper West Side! The location truly couldn’t be better — just steps from Central Park and Columbus Circle, and an easy, pleasant walk to Times Square. It was the perfect home base for exploring the city while still enjoying a quieter, more relaxed neighborhood atmosphere. The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming, always ready to help with recommendations or directions. The room was clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully appointed, making it easy to unwind after a full day in the city. Overall, an excellent experience in a fantastic location — I would absolutely stay here again!

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Ka Fai

Travelled with group

Mar 3, 2026

Liked: Staff & service

Friendly staff

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Susanna

Travelled with family

Mar 3, 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Very convenient location; great restaurants in and next to the hotel; lovely rooftop terrace; comfortable beds, ample hot water. We were on the 11th/top floor; the heating system was not working well - we were too hot. Also the hotel systems (elevator, heating) are quite noisy.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Mar 3, 2026

Liked: Cleanliness

They gave me a fine room!

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

yongjun

Mar 2, 2026

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nathan Edward

Mar 2, 2026

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

Thank you

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Tanya

Mar 2, 2026

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

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Tanya

Mar 2, 2026

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Marcela

Mar 2, 2026

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Amenities

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Annamarie

Travelled with family

Mar 2, 2026

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

Clean room and friendly staff

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Hazem

Mar 2, 2026

Very bad and a lot of

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Mar 2, 2026

Room was missing soap

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Susan

Mar 2, 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

We were in room 228. We appreciated the room size. We like hard beds, so this bed was comfortable for us. Two pillows were rock hard and the other two were lumpy but somewhat softer. Our water took forever to heat up in both the shower and the sink. Weird! I mean it took a good over 5 mins to heat up. On the flip side, the room was insufferably hot when we first arrived. We turned off one of the air conditioners and for 3-1/2 days that heat kept coming out of that unit even though we UNPLUGGED it from the wall and had the stop and cold buttons pressed and turned to cold. The other unit was cool so we had that going. The whole thing was bizarre. Also, there is NOWHERE in the room that tells you after you turn on the tv that you have to press 4 to get the channels! We asked the front desk and they told us. Also, the tv guide to the channels was inconspicuously found under the glass of the bedside table! I couldn’t believe all these issues. They are all preventable and hope they become addressed.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Mar 1, 2026

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

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Property amenities

Family friendly

Internet

Parking and transportation

Food and drink

Things to do

Accessibility

Room amenities

Entertainment

Bedroom

Bathroom

Food and drink

More

Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Optional extras

You need to know

We should mention

Property is also known as

Frequently asked questions

Empire Hotel Reviews

Reviews

Good

8.0/10

8.4/10

7.2/10

7.0/10

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emily, Chattanooga

Emily

8/10 Good