HUDSON RIVER HOTEL

442 W 36th St., New York, NY 10018, New York, United States

2-star hotel

Guest rating: 3.2 / 5

Hudson River Hotel is a 2-star hotel in the Hudson Yards area of Manhattan at 442 W 36th St., positioned about a 5-minute walk from the nearest subway station. It’s an unassuming, budget-leaning base with essentials including free Wi‑Fi and an elevator. Rooms are understated with simple wood furnishings and can sleep up to four guests; in-room basics include a flat-screen TV plus tea and coffee-making equipment. On site, there’s a basic dining area where guests can get coffee and watch TV, though it is not presented as a full breakfast service. The location places you within walking distance of major draws such as Times Square (about 1033 m), the High Line (about 1034 m), and the Intrepid Museum (about 1096 m). It’s also convenient for midtown landmarks including the Empire State Building (about 1249 m) and Bryant Park (about 1228 m).

Best for

Best suited to travelers who prioritize a central Manhattan location near Hudson Yards and want straightforward accommodations with Wi‑Fi. It can also work for small groups due to rooms that sleep up to four, and for visitors planning to spend most of their time out exploring nearby sights like Times Square and the High Line.

Travel tips

If you plan to rely on transit, note the hotel is about a 5-minute walk to the nearest subway station, making it practical for reaching Midtown and museums further north like The Metropolitan Museum of Art (about 3922 m). Many popular stops are walkable from the hotel, including Times Square, the High Line, and the Intrepid Museum, so consider building an itinerary that minimizes transit during busy periods. Coffee is available on site, but travelers expecting a full breakfast should plan for nearby cafes or quick-service options.

What guests say

Guests commonly highlight the convenient location and note comfortable beds, with some also describing friendly service. Coffee is available in the morning, but reviewers indicate it should not be expected as a full breakfast offering. Negative feedback centers on condition and cleanliness concerns, including wear-and-tear in rooms and bathrooms, hallway clutter, and odors such as cigarette smoke. Some reviews also mention issues with the elevator and a general sense of the property feeling poorly maintained or less safe than expected, with value questioned when nightly rates are high.

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