The New Yorker Hotel

481 8th Ave, New York, NY 10001, New York, United States

4-star hotel

Guest rating: 3.9 / 5

The New Yorker Hotel is a 4-star, grand 1929 Art Deco property in Midtown Manhattan at 481 8th Ave, offering a classic New York high-rise stay amid the city’s skyscrapers. The hotel is set up for both leisure and work trips with three on-site restaurants (including one with a bar), a gym, and dedicated meeting and event space. Rooms are described as relaxed and come with free Wi‑Fi and flat-screen TVs, while select rooms add skyline, Hudson River, and/or Empire State Building views; upgraded rooms include iPod docks. One-bedroom suites add extra living space and may include minifridges, sofabeds, and/or furnished balconies. Sightseeing access is a major draw, with the Empire State Building about 823 m away, Times Square about 897 m away, and Bryant Park about 904 m away. Other nearby highlights include the High Line (about 1,076 m), Grand Central Terminal (about 1,419 m), Rockefeller Center (about 1,426 m), and the Intrepid Museum (about 1,481 m).

Best for

This hotel is best for travelers who want a central Midtown base for major attractions—Times Square, the Empire State Building, Bryant Park, and the High Line are all within roughly a 10–15 minute walk. It also suits guests who value on-site dining options and a traditional full-service hotel setup, with multiple restaurants, a gym, and event/meeting facilities. Fans of historic New York architecture may especially appreciate the 1929 Art Deco setting and the availability of city, river, and Empire State Building views in some rooms.

Travel tips

The hotel is about a minute’s walk from the nearest subway station, making it easy to reach farther sights like Central Park (about 4.1 km) and The Metropolitan Museum of Art (about 3.9 km). Many top Midtown stops are walkable from the front door—consider starting early for Times Square and the Empire State Building, both under 1 km away. Breakfast is available for a fee, and self-parking is offered if you’re arriving by car.

What guests say

Guest feedback most consistently highlights the hotel’s Midtown location as a major advantage for getting around and reaching nearby landmarks. Staff service is frequently described as friendly, kind, and accommodating, and guests often mention a clean, well-run property. Comfort notes include very comfortable beds, and the on-site restaurants are referenced positively for food. A recurring downside mentioned is that some rooms feel small, which may matter for longer stays or multiple occupants.

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