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About the Hotel

45 West 81St Street, New York, 10024

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“The hotel's location is ideal for exploring Central Park and museums!”view full review

Located approximately 5 minutes' walk from the Hayden Planetarium, the 3-star Excelsior Hotel New York gives quick access to various city sites. Boasting a location right near the huge American Museum of Natural History, this New York hotel features 201 rooms as well as a convenience shop and a restaurant.

Location

At the hotel, you'll be 900 m from the sprawling Central Park and merely 1.3 km from the Bethesda Fountain. The entertainment venues in the Manhattan district include David H. Koch Theater, nearly a 10-minute drive from the Excelsior New York.

Guests will also enjoy proximity to Vista Rock, which is 0.7 km away. The decorated neo-gothic St. Patrick's Catholic Cathedral lies around 15 minutes' drive away, while 81st Street-Museum of Natural History tube station is in the immediate vicinity of the property.

The Excelsior is only steps away from West 81st Street & Colum Avenue bus stop.

Rooms

The rooms comprise a seating area complete with an iron and ironing board, and climate control, as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

Eat & Drink

You can dine at Calle Ocho, fairly close to the hotel.

Leisure & Business

Excelsior Hotel goes the extra mile to provide guests with fitness classes to help them stay fit.

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Facilities

Amenities designed for comfort – Perfect for layovers & transit travelers

Comfortable and Clean

“I stayed in a Classic Queen Room that was comfortable and neat. The room provided a cozy atmosphere, and having it cleaned regularly only enhanced my experience.” read full review

Well-Equipped Bathroom

“The bathroom was well-maintained with clean towels and nice touches like shower caps and cotton balls. It made my stay all the more pleasant.” read full review

Decent Breakfast Options

“The breakfast offered a good selection, including items like ham, eggs, salmon, cheese, and fruits. It was a bit pricey, but the quality made it worthwhile.” read full review

Great for Family

“I appreciated the separate seating area with a couch and a TV in my suite, allowing me and my family to unwind comfortably after a day of exploring.” read full review

General

Non-smoking property
Free internet access
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
ATM/Cash machine
Sundry/Convenience shop
Gift/Newsstand

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Services

Laundry

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Children

Cots
Children's play area

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
In-room safe
Sitting area
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
Cable/ Satellite television
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Excelsior Hotel Location

45 West 81St Street, New York, 10024

Getting around

City Centre
New York 13 min · 5.2 mi
Airports
LaGuardia (LGA) 23 min · 9.2 mi
Teterboro (TEB) 34 min · 13.7 mi
Train
Grand Central Station 6 min · 2.1 mi
Underground
81st Street - Museum of Natural History IND Eighth Avenue Line 4 min · 1000 ft
Bus
Bus stop 2 min · 400 ft