Excelsior Hotel

Hotel
3 stars
45 West 81st Street, 10024, New York, New York, United States
New York, NY
+1 212 362 9200
8.2
Excellent
based on 1171 reviews
1,171 verified ratings
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Excelsior Hotel Information

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With a great central location, opposite Central Park, this hotel is near a wide selection of shopping and entertainment venues, as well as the city's major attractions. With public transportation, bar...

Good to know

Check-in time15:00
Check-out time12:00
Payment & CancellationPolicies vary by room type and provider.
Front desk number+1 212 362 9200

Perks and amenities at Excelsior Hotel

A comprehensive list of on-site, in-building, and in-room amenities you’ll find at Excelsior Hotel
  • Restaurant
  • Airport shuttle
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Internet
  • Wi-Fi
  • Laundry service
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe
  • Gift shop

General

  • Safe
  • Restaurant
  • Express check-out
  • Gift shop
  • Lift
  • Air-conditioned
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Storage available

Services

  • Airport shuttle
  • Laundry service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
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Reviews for Excelsior Hotel

Read firsthand reviews and testimonials from guests who have stayed at Excelsior Hotel, providing insights into their experiences. Travellers have left 1,171 reviews of Excelsior Hotel to date. Review data was last updated on 2 August 2026.
8.2
Very Good1,171 verified ratings
8.1Families
8.5Friends
8.3Couples
8.0Solo
Pros +
  • Old world charm. (in 3 reviews)
  • Excellent location near Central Park and good restaurants and museums (in 30 reviews)
  • Perfectly situated near Central Park and Subway-Station. (in 50 reviews)
Cons -
  • Classic old New York hotel. (in 4 reviews)
  • The front desk staff was awful. (in 17 reviews)
  • The room was too hot. (in 78 reviews)
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Public Transportation

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  • How far is Excelsior Hotel from Theatre District?

    Excelsior Hotel is a walkable distance (2.6 km) from Theatre District, New York.

  • Is Excelsior Hotel close to Gershwin Theater?

    2.5 km - making Gershwin Theater a reasonable walk or short drive/taxi from Excelsior Hotel.

FAQs when booking at Excelsior Hotel

Find answers to commonly asked questions regarding bookings, amenities, policies, and more when booking a stay at Excelsior Hotel. FAQs were last updated on 2 August 2026.

  • How close is Excelsior Hotel to the nearest airport, New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    There are 36.8 km between the closest airport, New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, and Excelsior Hotel. The drive to the airport from the hotel should take you 0h 28m with a normal traffic flow. It’s important to take high traffic times into consideration, especially in metropolitan areas.

  • What is the best way for guests to get from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Excelsior Hotel?

    Taking a taxi or rideshare service from the nearest airport, New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, to your hotel is often the most cost-effective transportation solution.

  • How close is Excelsior Hotel from the New York city centre?

    Excelsior Hotel is 0.5 km away from the centre of Upper West Side, New York. Consider visiting Yankee Stadium, a popular landmark that can be accessed from Excelsior Hotel by various forms of transportation.

  • What is the Excelsior Hotel phone number?

    For questions regarding your hotel or your stay, call +1 212 362 9200.

  • Does Excelsior Hotel have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Excelsior Hotel has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What is the check-out time at Excelsior Hotel?

    12:00. If you require a later check-out we advise discussing it with the front desk as soon as you’re able to. Check-in time is 15:00.

  • Is there a restaurant at Excelsior Hotel?

    Yes, food can be ordered from the Excelsior Hotel restaurant. Opening times may vary.

  • Does Excelsior Hotel have a laundry service?

    Yes, there is a hotel laundry service for guests at Excelsior Hotel.

  • What is the cheapest month to stay at Excelsior Hotel?

    For the best chance to save money on your Excelsior Hotel reservation, consider staying in January, when prices are typically at their lowest ($278).

  • In what area of New York is Excelsior Hotel located?

    Excelsior Hotel is located within the Upper West Side area of New York. Utilise the map on this page to understand where Excelsior Hotel is in relation to the rest of New York.

  • How far is Excelsior Hotel from Theatre District?

    Excelsior Hotel is a walkable distance (2.6 km) from Theatre District, New York.

  • Is Excelsior Hotel close to Gershwin Theater?

    2.5 km - making Gershwin Theater a reasonable walk or short drive/taxi from Excelsior Hotel.

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