Empire Hotel

44 West 63rd St., New York, NY 10023 United States (USA) near Exit 16W (113) on NJ Turnpike (~4.8mi)
View Map Reservations: 1-800-219-2797
4.0 Star Property
40.771500-73.982670
+1-800-219-2797
AI Disclaimer

This tool is powered by OpenAI's ChatGPT service. We strive to provide 100% accurate and reliable data to our customers, but third-party content generated by AI, including OpenAI's ChatGPT, can sometimes make errors for various reasons, such as incomplete or inaccurate responses. We advise all customers to exercise caution and to use your best judgment regarding the fidelity of ChatGPT's responses.

Check availability
  • Includes an outdoor swimming pool
  • The Avg. Group Discount is 5.7%!
  • Gym / Fitness Center Available
  • Hotel has 422 rooms
  • 13 floors in hotel
  • 44 suites in hotel
  • Check in time: 3:00pm
  • Group friendly rating of 10.0/10

Check current prices






Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days

Rates shown are nightly rates before taxes and do not necessarily reflect all discounts available. The chart provides the cheapest public rates available by room type.

Room Types

Check RatesDeluxe 2 Double Beds
Non-Smoking
Check RatesJunior Suite 2 Double Beds
Non-Smoking

Local Attractions

The Empire Hotel occupies its own private corner nestled between two New York City legendary landmarks – Lincoln Center and Central Park. Located at the "Gateway to the Upper West Side", steps from Columbus Circle, Times Square, Theatre district and the Jacob Javits Convention Center.

Verified Reviews of Empire Hotel

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Great location for Lincoln Center"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Staff very friendly and helpful.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
22-May-2026 Verified Review, stayed from Wed May 20 to Fri May 22 2026 at a $410.99 average nightly rate.
"Very comfortable stay"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
We were pleased with amenities, room views of the surrounding city skyline and neighborhood.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
07-May-2026 Verified Review, stayed from Mon May 04 to Thu May 07 2026 at a $268.85 average nightly rate.
"Comfortable and convenient"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
As always, no surprises at a solid, comfortable hotel.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
03-Apr-2026 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Apr 02 to Fri Apr 03 2026 at a $305.15 average nightly rate.
"Thrilled"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
The front desk staff was so very helpful, reasonable and courteous. Everything about my stay was lovely. Thank you.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
27-Mar-2026 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Mar 24 to Thu Mar 26 2026 at a $300.49 average nightly rate.
"Check in was efficient once I reached the desk"
Overall Score3.0/ 5
Hotel was centrally located for my stay in NYC. Staff was competent and friendly most of the time. Room was clean and adequate. Cleaning staff was particularly efficient.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
21-Mar-2026 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Mar 15 to Wed Mar 18 2026 at a $199.18 average nightly rate.
"Always stay at the Empire because its proximity to Lincoln center and family members"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Staff is good, rooms are OK. Bathroom is small but shower is great. Hotel doesn't own rooftop bar but food and drinks are good. There's. Starbucks downstairs, PJ Clark's for good burgers and some tasty Gelato all conveniently located on street level of building.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
03-Feb-2026 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Jan 27 to Mon Feb 02 2026 at a $169.62 average nightly rate.
"Glamorous holiday atmosphere"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
The room was comfortable, the staff friendly and attentive. I loved being in the beautifully decorated lobby listening to cheerful Christmas music. Smiles were everywhere.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
29-Nov-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Nov 25 to Sat Nov 29 2025 at a $311.50 average nightly rate.
"Old time New York"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Sitting in the lobby the best old time New York City feeling! This hotel is old. Older heating and plumbing in rooms but very good service in the case of disrepair, etc! Excellent location, great restaurants all over. Went to mass on 71st St, bookstore nearby, lovely walk to Broadway and museums. Will stay again and again.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
23-Nov-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Nov 21 to Sun Nov 23 2025 at a $350.10 average nightly rate.
"Business trip"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
The room was spacious, clean and central to everything I needed to do. The catered event on the rooftop bar for my organization was handled professionally and enjoyed by all. I would highly recommend Empire to business and tourists alike. Great trip.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
19-Oct-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Oct 14 to Thu Oct 16 2025 at a $579.00 average nightly rate.
"Clean, good location, no microwave, beds are hard."
Overall Score3.0/ 5
Overall, we enjoyed our stay at the EH. The room was clean and we loved the shower/water pressure! We were disappointed that there wasn't a microwave in the room or even onsite to heat up leftovers and the beds are hard. I appreciated the staff being responsive to bring us ice when requested and the free bottled water (1 pp/pd). The roof top bar was nice and the location is great.
(Group coordinator, booked 2 rooms), from US flag
14-Jul-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Jul 07 to Sat Jul 12 2025 at a $214.99 average nightly rate.
"The deluxe King Suite is an exceptional value."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Outstanding! The deluxe King Suite is one of the best I have enjoyed over decades of business and leisure travel!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
25-Jun-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Jun 24 to Thu Jun 26 2025 at a $374.00 average nightly rate.
"Great location near Lincoln Center."
Overall Score3.0/ 5
Great location, if you are going to Lincoln Center, you can't beat it!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
04-May-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Apr 30 to Sun May 04 2025 at a $390.00 average nightly rate.
"Friendly and comfortable."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Close to so many amenities. Great place to centralize!👍.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
17-Apr-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Apr 14 to Thu Apr 17 2025 at a $282.99 average nightly rate.

Property Description

The Empire Hotel has been an historical part of New York City for over 100 years. Completely renovated in 2007 the Hotel provides modern accommodations and state of the art amenities ideal for today's traveler. Many rooms offer amazing city views of Lincoln Center, Broadway and Columbus Avenue. All rooms include 32” flat screen television, iHome MP3 Alarm Clock/Radio, mini bar, in-room safe, luxurious Frette linens, and in-room dining provided by Ed's Chowder House. Guests have access to the Hotel's fitness center and a full concierge staff. Guests also have exclusive access to the rooftop pool and lounge with breathtaking views of Lincoln Center.

Details / Other Expenses

Check In: 3:00pm
Check Out: 12:00pm
Year of Last Renovation: 2007
Floors: 13
Rooms: 422
Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways
Non Smoking Rooms: 400
Handicap Rooms:
Suites: 44
Room Windows: Windows Do Open
Cleaning Frequency: Daily
Meeting Rooms: 1
Meeting Space: 273.5 sq. meters
Banquet Space: Holds 210 people
Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site
Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 0.4 Km
Dist. to Nearest Gym: On-site
Lounge/Bar Hours: 12pm-3am
Ownership: West 63 Empire Associates
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
Individual Cancellation policy is 24 hours prior to arrival. Groups of 10 or more rooms are subject to a different policy.
Nightly Parking: 60
Typical Group Deposit: 25%
Total Taxes: 14.75%
Total Misc Fees: 58.54 ZAR
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
State Tax: 8.88%
Occupancy Tax: 3.50 Per Night
City Tax: 5.88%
Porterage Fee: 7.25 Per Item
Rooms Wireless Internet Fee: 12.95 Per Day (Comp in lobby)
Avg. Buffet Breakfast Cost: 32.00 Per Person (per person/per day)

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Breakfast in room
  • Central location
  • Charge for early check out
  • Child facilities
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • Concierge service
  • Conference facilities
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • Credit card accepted: Diners Club
  • Credit card accepted: JCB
  • Currency exchange
  • Dinner available
  • Electronic key card
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for the disabled
  • Fax available
  • Fitness and health center
  • Hairdryer available
  • Handicap accessible
  • Internet - wireless
  • Internet - ethernet
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Ironing facilities
  • Laundry valet service
  • Mini bar
  • Movies in room
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Office or business center
  • Pets allowed
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Quiet location
  • Radio in room
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant
  • 24 hours room service
  • Safe in rooms
  • Self controlled heating/cooling system
  • Shower
  • Spa
  • Swimming pool - outdoor
  • Telephone
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Television
  • TV - Free Cable
  • Travellers cheques accepted
  • Valet Parking
  • Voicemail

Airport & Shuttle Information

LGA is 15 miles away, approximately 30 minutes with no traffic. One way taxi is $50.

Local Shuttle Info: No local shuttle offered.

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Yes! Pets are allowed.
Pets under 40lbs allowed for a fee of $150.

Seasonality and Projections at Empire Hotel

Rate fluctuations of Empire Hotel

This chart illustrates fluctuations of sleeping room prices for both group/meeting prices and the best online individual traveler prices we could find at the time the group/meeting bid was submitted. The most competitive group discount displayed is 12.2% in the month of February 2026 and the highest average individual rate is $527 in the month of December 2026. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Empire Hotel in a month when rates are lower.

FAQs about Empire Hotel

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00pm based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 12:00pm based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Empire Hotel have?

There are 422 sleeping rooms in the hotel.

Is there any meeting space at Empire Hotel?

Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.

Can I get a AAA rate at Empire Hotel?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.

Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Empire Hotel?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.

Is there a gym at Empire Hotel?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there a pool at Empire Hotel?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property..

Testimonials:

Testimonials icon
"Everything went very well. The accommodations were great; the manager was very friendly and helpful, especially on short notice. I will certainly look to your service again when the need arises. Thank you." D.L. - Lebanon, PA

Find out more Check Rates