Life Hotel New York

ex. Herald Square Hotel
New York, United States View on map
8.0 Very Good Based on 1312 reviews
Editor's Pick

"Brass beds and hardwood floors define rooms in this former magazine headquarters. Coffee is served in the lobby, and the Empire State Building stands nearby. Made for urban explorers, and not for anyone relying on air conditioning."

from US$ 132 US$ 113 per night
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Check-in
15 Nov 2026
Check-out
16 Nov 2026
Guests
2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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Why guests choose Life Hotel New York

  • Historic Landmark
    Former LIFE Magazine HQ
  • Zoi Mediterranean
    Breakfast, lunch & dinner
  • Ten 11 Speakeasy
    Craft cocktail lounge
  • Peloton Gym
    24/7 access with bikes
  • Self-Serve Coffee
    Available 7am-12pm
  • Welcome Cocktail
    Voucher upon arrival

Overview

Offering a restaurant and a lobby area, the non-smoking Life Hotel New York lies in the Fifth Avenue district, 0.7 miles from the 9.603-acre privately managed Bryant Public Park and 20 minutes by foot from Rockefeller Center. Located only steps away from the Long-standing Macy's Department Store, the hotel boasts Greek cuisine served at the onsite Greek restaurant.

This 4-star hotel is located 6 minutes' walk from Museum of Sex New York City, a mere 900 feet from 34th Street - Herald Square metro station. The High Line Public Park is also located 1.7 miles from the Life Hotel. Guests might as well enjoy proximity to Big Screen Plaza1, situated around 5 minutes' walk away. The area offers shopping experiences such as the lively holiday market "Union Square", which is not far from this accommodation. There is 6th Avenue & West 31st Street bus stop 550 feet from the Life Hotel New York.

All rooms have an air conditioner, while some of them come with a balcony and a seating area for guests' convenience. Providing a roll-in shower, some bathrooms are also equipped with bathrobes.

Zoi is one of the 2 in-house restaurants. Guests are welcome to the lounge bar to relax with a drink.

  • Check-in
    from 15:00 until 23:59
  • Check-out
    until 11:00
  • Hotel class
    4 stars
Life Hotel New York
Our tips

Should you book Life Hotel New York?

Perfect if you
  • Want on-site dining - savor American and Greek cuisine at Zoi Mediterranean or Mediterranean cocktails at Ten 11 Lounge and Bar.
  • Need easy train access - Penn Station is a three-block walk from the hotel.
  • Prefer pet-friendly policies - the hotel allows pets on the property.
Maybe skip if you
  • Need free parking - the hotel does not offer on-site parking.
Best for
  • Complimentary welcome drink vouchers and a 24-hour self-service coffee area
  • The historic 1890s architecture of the former Life Magazine headquarters

Facilities of Life Hotel

General
  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
Dining
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge area
Leisure & Sports
  • Fitness centre
Life Hotel Guest Services
  • Housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink
Room Amenities
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Ironing facilities
  • Free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
  • Cots

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Life Hotel New York applies these conditions to all bookings.
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in
from 15:00 until 23:59
Check-out
until 11:00
Important info
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no extra beds provided in a room.

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Check-in
15 Nov 2026
Check-out
16 Nov 2026
Guests
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Adults:

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Children:

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