£109.55 Avg/night
Rate and special offer based on Check-in 19 Feb 2013 Check-out 22 Feb 2013

The Empire Hotel

4 stars
44 West 63rd Street, New York, NY 10023
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.8
out of 5
147 reviews
Great spot

I love The Empire... best location ever right at Lincoln Center... close everything but not in the... See full review

  • katienriley
  • 11 Feb 2013
Perfect location

The staff at the Empire couldn't be better... always very helpful. The location is perfect... steps... See full review

  • katienriley
  • 3 Feb 2013
The Empire hotel embodies a return to the classic hotel room but with an edge. Guest rooms pay tribute to the rich earth tone palettes of Central Park accented by leather furnishing combined with the modernistic style of Lincoln Center. Rest and unwind in the virtuoso comfort of The Empire Hotel. 413 rooms and suites, lobby bar, meeting space up to 250 people, full concierge service, full in room bar, frette linen, oversized towels, fitness center, valet parking, same day laundry service, 2 hour rush laundry service and on site pressing. There is a $12.95 charge per 24 hour period for WI-FI. The newly renovated rooftop pool and sundeck opens on May 25, 2012.

The Empire Hotel Rooms

Superior Double
Room with two double beds with down duvets and Italian Frette Linens includes Teak floor shower with tropical rain showerhead. Leather furnishings and rich earth -tone dcor, 32-inch flat panel LCD TV with pay movies and premium cable channels, MP3 docking station, complimentary wireless Internet access, minibar, desk, bathrobes and complimentary daily newspaper.
Superior King
Room with one king bed with down duvet and Italian Frette Linens includes Teak floor shower with tropical rain showerhead. Leather furnishings and rich earth -tone dcor, 32-inch flat panel LCD TV with pay movies and premium cable channels, MP3 docking station, complimentary wireless Internet access, minibar, desk, bathrobes and complimentary daily newspaper.
Deluxe King
Room with one king bed with down duvet and Italian Frette Linens includes Teak floor shower with tropical rain showerhead. Leather furnishings and rich earth -tone dcor, 32-inch flat panel LCD TV with pay movies and premium cable channels, MP3 docking station, complimentary wireless Internet access, minibar, desk, bathrobes and complimentary daily newspaper.
Standard Queen
Room with one queen bed with down duvet and Italian Frette Linens includes Teak floor shower with tropical rain showerhead. Leather furnishings and rich earth -tone dcor, 32-inch flat panel LCD TV with pay movies and premium cable channels, MP3 docking station, complimentary wireless Internet access, minibar, desk, bathrobes and complimentary daily newspaper.
Junior Suite King
Room with one king bed with down duvet and Italian Frette Linens includes Teak floor shower with tropical rain showerhead. Leather furnishings and rich earth -tone dcor, 32-inch flat panel LCD TV with pay movies and premium cable channels, MP3 docking station, complimentary wireless Internet access, minibar, desk, bathrobes and complimentary daily newspaper

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Hotel Map

40.7715 -73.9826
Area served
New York.
Nearby airports
Kennedy Airport. La Guardia Airport. Newark Airport.
Area description
The Empire Hotel occupies its own private corner nestled between two New York City Legendary landmarks Lincoln Center and Central Park located on West 63rd Street.

Nearby points of interest

  • Broadway: 0.2 mi
  • Metropolitan Opera: 0.2 mi
  • Lincoln Square: 0.2 mi
  • Carnegie Hall: 0.5 mi
  • Henry Luce Nature Observatory: 0.5 mi
  • Roseland: 0.6 mi
  • Tuscan Square: 0.6 mi
  • Equitable Center: 0.7 mi
  • Wollman Memorial Rink: 0.7 mi
  • Knickerbocker Club: 0.7 mi
  • New Amsterdam Theater: 0.7 mi
  • Fifth Avenue: 0.7 mi
  • Metropolitan Club: 0.7 mi
  • Bloomingdale's: 0.7 mi
  • FAO Schwarz: 0.7 mi
  • Broadway: 0.2 mi
  • Metropolitan Opera: 0.2 mi
  • Lincoln Square: 0.2 mi
  • Carnegie Hall: 0.5 mi
  • Henry Luce Nature Observatory: 0.5 mi
  • Roseland: 0.6 mi
  • Tuscan Square: 0.6 mi
  • Equitable Center: 0.7 mi
  • Wollman Memorial Rink: 0.7 mi
  • Knickerbocker Club: 0.7 mi
  • New Amsterdam Theater: 0.7 mi
  • Fifth Avenue: 0.7 mi
  • Metropolitan Club: 0.7 mi
  • Bloomingdale's: 0.7 mi
  • FAO Schwarz: 0.7 mi
  • Museum of American Folk Art: 0.7 mi
  • Harmonie Club: 0.7 mi
  • American Craft Museum: 0.7 mi
  • CBS Building: 0.7 mi
  • Paine Webber Art Gallery: 0.7 mi
  • Henri Bendel: 0.7 mi
  • Trump Tower: 0.8 mi
  • University Club: 0.8 mi
  • American Museum of Natural History: 0.8 mi
  • Frick Collection: 0.8 mi
  • Museum of Modern Art (MOMA): 0.8 mi
  • Radio City Music Hall: 0.8 mi
  • Duffy Square: 0.8 mi
  • Sony Building: 0.9 mi
  • Park Avenue: 0.9 mi
  • GE Building: 0.9 mi
  • Americas Society: 0.9 mi
  • Council On Foreign Relations: 0.9 mi
  • Belvedere Castle: 0.9 mi
  • Rockefeller Center: 0.9 mi
  • Shakespeare Gardens: 0.9 mi
  • NBC Studios: 0.9 mi
  • Beresford: 0.9 mi
  • International Building: 1 mi
  • Diamond District: 1 mi
  • Lever House: 1 mi
  • Whitney Museum of American Art: 1 mi
  • Saks Fifth Avenue: 1 mi
  • Children's Museum of Manhattan: 1 mi
  • Lower Plaza: 1 mi

Amenities

  • Bar/Lounge
  • Barber/Beauty shop
  • Business centre
  • Concierge
  • Conference facilities
  • Elevators
  • Fitness centre or spa
  • Fitness room
  • Handicapped rooms/facilities
  • Health club
  • High speed internet
  • Laundry service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Night club
  • No smoking rooms/facilities
  • Parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Safe deposit box
  • Wireless internet

Dining

Ed's Chowder House Bar & Restaurant
LINCOLN CENTER HAS A NEW CAUSE FOR APPLAUSE WITH THE ARRIVAL OF CHEF ED BROWN! Expanding his talents south from his restaurant eighty one, Chef Ed Brown is creating a new casual but chic se shack concept. Ed's Chowder House will offer traditional East Coast seafood fare at it's best. Highlights include Tuna Steak Frites, Lobster Rolls, Crab Cakes, signature Chowders from Chowder Bar and a wonderful assortment of Oysters and more from the ultimate Raw Bar. Ed's Chowder House is designed to take guests away from the bustling city streets and make them feel as though they walked in right off the shore!

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
Check-out:
1200

Terms and conditions

Extra charges may apply for children. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the quoted rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel and not by ebookers

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Guest Reviews (147)

Ratings and reviews for The Empire Hotel

Overall score

4.1 / 5
22 out of 147
Amenities:
4.3
Room cleanliness:
4.7
Hotel staff:
4.5
Room comfort:
4.2
Location:
4.6
Value:
4

95% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of The Empire Hotel

Reviewer score

5
katienriley
Philadelphia, PA
11 Feb 2013

Great spot

I love The Empire... best location ever right at Lincoln Center... close everything but not in the noisy part of it!!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

landmarc - great food and drink for a nice dinner close by.... Stone Rose - great for drinks and snacks... both with a great view of Columbus Circle

Review of The Empire Hotel

Reviewer score

5
katienriley
Philadelphia, PA
3 Feb 2013

Perfect location

The staff at the Empire couldn't be better... always very helpful. The location is perfect... steps from Columbus Circle subway, Lincoln Center, Central Park, etc. This has become my go-to hotel in NYC.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

landmarc at the Time-Warner Center - delicious food, especially the mussels!

Review of The Empire Hotel

Reviewer score

4
Occasional overnighter
New Jersey
12 Jan 2013

Good use of small space

Perfect location for Lincoln Center. Basic room with one bed was diminutive even for NYC. Quiet, laptop-sized safe, some luxury touches, but no fridge or bathtub. Good desk services, room service, 24-hr cardio room. Fine for a night or two if you're spry and pack light.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of The Empire Hotel

Reviewer score

5
lldesll
Denver
28 Nov 2012

Amazing location!

I will always stay here when I visit NYC. Enough said!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

Central Park

Review of The Empire Hotel

Reviewer score

5
lldesll
Denver
15 Nov 2012

Love it!

Hotel is located in a prime neighborhood. Close to everything. Room was super cute, with an amazing view. Staff is friendly and are there to help you with any issues. My overall experience was phenomenal.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

Central Park

Review of The Empire Hotel

Reviewer score

4
borana12
Phoenix
9 Nov 2012

Great Hotel, Great Service

The experience at the Empire was great from the get go. The front desk staff was polite and fast. The roon although small was perfect, cause who stays in the roon in New York. The location is what makes this hotel a real gem in the heart of Manhattan. Overall grade. A

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of The Empire Hotel

Reviewer score

3
Mikey57
Durham, NC
22 Sep 2012

Nice looking...Nice staff...Small rooms, hi parking fees....

Hotel looked very nice....main elevator had button for pool level but was a trip up 2 flights stairs to locked service door....Rooms nice but very small...no view....great shower sprayer but no door on shower...water everywhere...valet parking $60 per day...

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
3
Time-saving tip: Short walk from hotel

short walk to Lincoln Center and Subway...helpful hints for site-seeing tips.

Review of The Empire Hotel

Reviewer score

5
katienriley
Philadelphia, PA
16 Sep 2012

Perfect everything...

The room was comfortable and spotless. The breakfast at Ed's was delicious. The staff are solicitous and friendly. The location could not be more perfect! Subway right around the corner. I enjoyed every minute of my stay and can not wait to return!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of The Empire Hotel

Reviewer score

3
donomar
New York
23 Jan 2012

Weekend in NYC

I was disappointed with what I got considering the price I paid. While not too expensive there are certain things that most places will offer for free that the Empire did not. My main issue was the wifi access. You have to pay extra to be able to access the internet which is one thing that put me off. I had stayed at another hotel just a few weeks before, about the same price offered free wifi and I had come to believe that this was the standard for most hotels. My main issue was that I had to resort to searching on my phone instead of my laptop for nearby places. Another thing that kind of surprised me was the size of the room. There was hardly any space to move around. I guess that one is on me for not knowing my dimensions, but still it was tiny. The bathroom was also very small and the shower was missing half of the sliding door. Above all things that irked me was that they threw out my unopened beers while I was out for the day. Never touch a man's beer without asking. Aside from the small space, comfort level was pretty good. If you are looking for a place to crash this might work for you, just don't try to fit more than two people without one of their suites. They have a bar lounge on the rooftop which is open only to hotel guests and is a nice way to either start or end the night.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
3
Value:
3
Review of The Empire Hotel

Reviewer score

3
CaliX
Lafayette, CA, USA
3 Nov 2011

Room too small

The room was far too small. I was almost claustrophobic.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
2
Location:
5
Value:
2
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