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

Discover essential information, amenities, and features of Excelsior Hotel, providing insights into what to expect during your stay. Information on this property was last updated on 2 August 2026.
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
8.0Solo
8.5Friends
8.3Couples
8.1Families
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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Excelsior Hotel is located at 45 West 81st Street in the Upper West Side neighbourhood of New York. Popular landmark data was lasted updated on 2 August 2026.

Most Popular Landmarks

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Metropolitan Museum of Art

17 mins walk

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Broadway

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3.1 km

Museum of Modern Art

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Times Square

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Radio City Music Hall

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3.4 km

Public Transportation

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Pennsylvania Station

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  • How far is Excelsior Hotel from Radio City Music Hall?

    Excelsior Hotel is a good place to stay to see Radio City Music Hall. It’s 3.4 km away.

  • Is Excelsior Hotel close to Beacon Theater?

    Walking distance - there’s 0.7 km between Beacon Theater and 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?

    At 36.8 km away, New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is the closest airport to Excelsior Hotel. The average expected drive time from Excelsior Hotel to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is 0h 28m. It’s a good idea to research traffic trends between your hotel and the airport.

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

    Rideshare apps and taxis remain a very common solution for Excelsior Hotel guests. This is often the most cost-effective method of transportation when visiting New York.

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

    The centre of Upper West Side, New York, is just 0.5 km away from the front doors of Excelsior Hotel. You can find many fellow tourists at places such as Theatre District, which you can get to from Excelsior Hotel using any means of transportation.

  • What is the Excelsior Hotel phone number?

    The best way to contact Excelsior Hotel is by calling +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?

    Excelsior Hotel does have a restaurant.

  • 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 ($164).

  • 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 Radio City Music Hall?

    Excelsior Hotel is a good place to stay to see Radio City Music Hall. It’s 3.4 km away.

  • Is Excelsior Hotel close to Beacon Theater?

    Walking distance - there’s 0.7 km between Beacon Theater and Excelsior Hotel.

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