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Westgate New York Grand Central

304 East 42nd St, New York, NY, US
4.0Very Good
Hotel amenities
Laundry
Non-Smoking
Parking
Gym
Lounge

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About this property

Westgate New York Grand Central is a 4-star hotel in New York, NY, positioned in the heart of Manhattan within a 5-minute drive of Grand Central Terminal and the Empire State Building. The property comprises 299 guestrooms, including 12 suites, offering direct access to the city's most recognizable attractions.

Each of the 299 guestrooms features an LED television, a bed dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets and a down comforter, and a private bathroom with a shower/tub combination, designer toiletries, and a hair dryer. Wireless internet access is available for a surcharge. Guest comfort ratings average 4.4 out of 5.

Dining at the property centers on Tudor City Marketplace, a coffee shop and bar/lounge serving American cuisine. To-go breakfast is available daily from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for an additional fee. The property also offers a coffee shop and cafe.

Recreational facilities include a 24-hour fitness center. The hotel provides wireless internet access (surcharge), television in common areas, a computer station, luggage storage, and a shared microwave. Additional services include a 24-hour front desk, porter and bellhop assistance, express check-out, dry cleaning and laundry service, and limo or town car service. One conference room (400 square feet) accommodates business travelers, and one bar/lounge is on-site.

The hotel sits 1 mile from Times Square and 1.2 miles from Rockefeller Center. La Guardia Airport is seven miles away, with taxi service ranging from $40 to $75, or subway access from Jamaica Station for $2.75. The property is highly rated, with an overall guest sentiment of 4.4 out of 5 across 2,589 reviews.

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM and runs until midnight; check-out is at 12:00 PM. Dogs are permitted (up to 60 pounds combined, maximum two per room) for $150 per stay per pet. Service animals are complimentary and exempt from all restrictions. The property is smoke-free and wheelchair accessible throughout public areas.

Location & nearby attractions

A stay at Westgate New York Grand Central places you in the heart of New York, within a 5-minute drive of Grand Central Terminal and Empire State Building. This hotel is 1 mi (1.5 km) from Times Square and 1.2 mi (2 km) from Rockefeller Center.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

United Nations Headquarters - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Chrysler Building - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Grand Central Terminal - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
5th Avenue - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Bryant Park - 1 km / 0.6 mi
New York Public Library - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Rockefeller Center - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Broadway - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Times Square - 1.5 km / 1 mi
Empire State Building - 1.5 km / 1 mi
St. Patrick's Cathedral - 1.6 km / 1 mi
Top of the Rock Observation Deck - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
Herald Square - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
Madison Avenue - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Macy's - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi

The nearest airports are:
LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 13.4 km / 8.3 mi
Teterboro, NJ (TEB) - 20.5 km / 12.7 mi
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) - 28.7 km / 17.8 mi
John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) - 26.7 km / 16.6 mi
Linden, NJ (LDJ) - 38.2 km / 23.7 mi

The preferred airport for Westgate New York Grand Central is LaGuardia Airport (LGA).

Rooms

Stay in one of 299 guestrooms featuring LED televisions. Your bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Wireless internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.

Dining

Satisfy your appetite with American cuisine at Tudor City Marketplace, a coffee shop which features a bar/lounge. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe. To-go breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee.

Amenities & features

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including wireless internet access (surcharge) and a television in a common area.
Featured amenities include limo/town car service, a computer station, and express check-out. Planning an event in New York? This hotel has 400 square feet (37 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room.

Getting here

La Guardia Airport is seven miles from midtown Manhattan John F. Kennedy International Airport is 15 miles from midtown Manhattan Newark International Airport is 21 miles from midtown Manhattan Westchester County Airport is 37 miles from midtown Manhattan Taxi Cabs range $40-$75 AirTran from JFK to Jamaica Station - $8.00 Subway to NYC - $2.75
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
Valet parking (from USD 92 - $135 per day, no in/out privileges)

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 3:00 PM - midnight
Check-out 12:00 PM
  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • This property will place a credit card authorization for USD 50 per night for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.
  • Guests traveling with a service animal must contact the property prior to arrival.
  • This property accepts dogs only. The following breeds are not permitted: Great Dane, Sharpei, Pit Bull, Rottweiler, German Shepherd, Husky, Alaskan Malamute, Doberman Pinscher, Chow Chow and Presa Canario; other dog breeds at discretion of property management. A dog must not exceed 60 pounds (27 kilograms), or in the case of 2 dogs, must not exceed 60 pounds combined; dogs must be maximum 36 inches (91 centimeters) long, and maximum 36 inches tall. Pets left unattended in guestrooms must be kept in a pet carrier or crate. Dogs must be leashed at all times when outside the guestroom. Dogs are not allowed in public areas, including restaurants, spa/salon, pool areas, showrooms, convention spaces, casino, and/or common retail spaces.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Pet policy

  • Pets allowed
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 27
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 60
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum number of pets per room 2
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Pets allowed (USD 150 per stay
  • per pet - dogs only) Pets max weight (60 lbs combined) Max pets allowed (per room
  • 2) Service animals allowed (complimentary)
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Fees & policies

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Refundable incidentals deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee: USD 40.16 per accommodation, per night
  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 20 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 92.00 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)<

Know before you go

  • Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).