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4.3 / 5 Excellent

Life Hotel New York

Life Hotel New York
Life Hotel New York – New York, NY
Life Hotel New York – New York, NY
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About Life Hotel New York

Nestled at NoMad, Life Hotel New York blends historic charm with modern design in the former home of Life Magazine’s editorial headquarters. Original 1890s architectural details meet stylish interiors and contemporary comforts. Each room offers sleek furnishings, luxury linens, high speed Wi-Fi, and smart HDTVs. With an emphasis on creative energy and bold storytelling, Life Hotel delivers an immersive stay where past and present converge. Guests can unwind at Ten 11, the hotel’s cocktail-forward speakeasy bar and lounge, or savor Mediterranean flavors at Zoi. Just minutes from Penn Station, Madison Square Garden, and the Empire State Building, Life puts you in the heart of New York’s most iconic scenes—with a spirit that’s anything.

Amenities

  • On-site parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Breakfast available
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pet friendly
  • Family friendly
  • Public transit access
  • Airport shuttle
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning
  • Elevator
  • In-room safe

Reviews

4.3 / 5
Excellent 1790 reviews
  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Staff were amazing and big shout out to Chris and Aziz, both were incredibly nice and a pleasure to deal with. Would definitely recommend and hope to come back one day.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The staff was really helpful and friendly! Great location and nice hotel

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The Life Hotel was perfect. Perfect location, perfect setting, very quaint. The staff was very inviting, and made you feel at home. Super friendly and always asking if everything was ok. Super helpful as well with anything you asked. Francisco and Nancy are both outstanding members of your team!! I would definitely go back and stay with you again!!!

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    We had a wonderful stay! The staff was great and helpful. The beds were extraordinarily comfortable and the rooms were quiet, clean, and comfortable. The hotel is centrally located - close to Penn Station, subway access, Times Square, shopping, and restaurants.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Great place for the price.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Being a group of girls staying together, I also felt safe the entire time, which made our stay even better. The beds were so comfy! I had such a great stay and will definitely be staying here again. 10/10 would recommend!

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    We loved our stay! The hotel was clean and the check in and out process was seamless. The best part was the staff and service! Everyone was so friendly and helpful. Anytime we asked for anything it was at our room before we even got back upstairs! There were so many nice, thoughtful touches that I hardly ever see anymore like slippers available upon request and complimentary water bottles restocked daily. We will absolutely be back.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Bad

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The entryway is pretty and then the interior is gorgeous. The lobby bar is a beautiful peach orange stone lit from within and the floors, decor and details are so well done. My room was small but really stylish and comfortable. I loved the lighting and the bathroom was big. The bed was extremely comfortable. I honestly can’t say there was anything I didn’t like about the property. The one tiny thing that was not 100% excellent was the included breakfast - I was yelled at by the person handing out the breakfast boxes that I needed to give her some kind of card for the breakfast and coffee and then there were no non-dairy milk options for the coffee and the breakfast box had a piece of untoasted wheat bread with avocado spread on it which wasn’t that great and a bruised apple and some little bowls of berries which were good and a croissant which was good and a little jar of Nutella - so that did not feel like a $75 breakfast experience. But I loved every single other thing about the hotel.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Exceptional

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Very good

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Pleasant

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Rooms were clean. Good location depending on what you are doing. Staff was very friendly.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Exceptional

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    It was great for the price, but the faucets weren’t fully attached, cold water was hard to come by, and various room appliances and amenities listed when booking were really only on request with limited supply. Staff were quick and no frills, which we appreciated. The bar was alright but a little pricey, but to be fair, it is manhattan. Probably wouldn’t stay at this specific hotel again.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Ideal location - walkable to everything but tucked away. High ceilings in the room & super comfortable beds.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    There were no grab bars in the shower No shelf space for clothes Light bulbs in bathroom were dim Only one electrical outlet in the room and that was in the bathroom Elevators were small and dark I would not use this hotel again.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Great stay! Love the unique hotel

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Pleasant

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Excellent

Frequently asked questions about Life Hotel New York

Does Life Hotel New York have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Life Hotel New York offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Life Hotel New York offer parking?
Yes, paid self-parking is available on-site at Life Hotel New York.
Does Life Hotel New York have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Life Hotel New York does not list dedicated meeting or conference facilities. For business event venues in New York, see business hotels in New York.
Does Life Hotel New York have a fitness center?
Yes, Life Hotel New York features an on-site fitness center for guests.
Where is Life Hotel New York located, and how walkable is the area?
Life Hotel New York is located at 19 West 31st Street, New York, NY 10001. With a Walk Score of 99, the area is rated Walker's Paradise. Most daily errands can be done on foot — ideal for travelers without a car.

What's nearby

Map of points of interest near Life Hotel New York
  • Empire State Building 0.1 mi
  • Nasdaq 0.6 mi
  • Interlingua 0.7 mi
  • Javits Center 1.0 mi
  • Metropolitan Museum of Art 2.6 mi
  • Central Park 2.7 mi
  • World Trade Center 2.8 mi

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