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Excelsior Hotel

3 stars
8.3
Very good
based on 1158 reviews
1,158 reviews
45 West 81st Street, New York, NY 10024, United States
45 West 81st Street, New York, NY
+1 212 362 9200
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Sun 11/10
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Overview

Excelsior Hotel New York City offers art deco accommodation in New York City and is within a five-minute walk of 81st Street - Museum of Natural History IND Eighth Avenue Line Subway Station. It is a short stroll from Belvedere Castle, the American Museum of Natural History and 257 Central Park West, and showcases views of the American Museum of Natural History.

There are a variety of amenities on offer to guests of Excelsior New York, such as a 24-hour reception, an express check-in and check-out feature and an airport shuttle. A gym is available to guests wishing to keep up their exercise regimes while away.

The air conditioned rooms at Excelsior Hotel are well-appointed.

Excelsior Hotel in New York's in-house eatery is an ideal option for those wishing to dine in.

Excelsior Hotel in New York City is surrounded by the area's sightseeing attractions, including Bethesda Fountain, the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Beacon Theatre, which are within walking distance. It has easy access to public transport with 86th Street IRT Broadway - Seventh Avenue Line Subway Station within walking distance.

8.3
Very good
1158 reviews

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Amenities at Excelsior Hotel

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Airport shuttle
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Internet
  • Wi-Fi
  • Laundry service
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe

Reviews of Excelsior Hotel

8.3
Very good
1158 verified ratings
Wonderful
487
Very good
255
Good
251
Okay
66
Fair
69
Mediocre
13
Poor
17

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praised the hotel's excellent location near major attractions, parks, and public transport. Many also highlighted the friendly and helpful staff, with several positive mentions of professional and accommodating service. However, several reviews noted issues with cleanliness, particularly in bathrooms, and some experienced problems with room maintenance and noise. Value for price was also questioned by a few guests, and some amenities were unavailable or not as expected. Overall, the location and service stood out as the main positives.
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Location10 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Cleanliness3.5 out of 10
Value for Price3.5 out of 10
Bathroom3.5 out of 10
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8.8
Very good
Anonymous, Aug 2017
Pros (+) Breakfast included would have been nice.
Cons (-) Right by Central Park!
8.8
Very good
Anonymous, Apr 2017
Pros (+) Love the location, staff helpful & friendly.
Cons (-) Windows did not close properly, drafty & noisy.
9.4
Wonderful
Steve, Nov 2016
Pros (+) Great service and close to many destinations

Location

45 West 81st Street, New York, NY 10024

What's nearby

  • American Museum of Natural History193 m
  • Central Park0.7 km
  • Lincoln Center1.4 km
  • Fifth Avenue1.6 km
  • New York City Center2.2 km
  • Tiffany & Co.2.3 km
  • Midtown Center2.4 km
  • Museum of Modern Art2.4 km
  • Theatre District2.6 km
  • Broadway2.6 km
  • Rockefeller Center2.7 km
  • Times Square2.8 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 12:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

FAQs when booking at Excelsior Hotel

  • Where is Excelsior Hotel located?

    Excelsior Hotel is located at 45 West 81st Street in Upper West Side, 3.1 km from the centre of New York. American Museum of Natural History is the closest landmark to Excelsior Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Excelsior Hotel?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at Excelsior Hotel.

  • How far is Excelsior Hotel from the airport?

    Excelsior Hotel is 8.5 km from New York LaGuardia.

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Distance to airport

8.8
3.1 km
New York LaGuardia
8.5 km

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