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Excelsior
3 stars

Excelsior

45 West 81st Street, New York, NY 10024, United States
New York, NY
See location+1 212 362 9200
8,2
Very good
based on 1250 reviews
1 250 reviews
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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.

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Amenities at Excelsior

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

Services and conveniences

  • Express check-out
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • 24-hour front desk

Basics

  • Internet
  • Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioned

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle

Accessibility and suitability

  • Lift

Laundry

  • Laundry service

Dining

  • Restaurant

Things to do

  • Gift shop

General

  • Storage available

Health and safety

  • Safe

Reviews of Excelsior

8,2
Very good
1250 verified ratings
Wonderful
505
Very good
286
Good
279
Okay
75
Fair
70
Mediocre
15
Poor
20

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the great location of the hotel, with many mentioning its proximity to parks, museums, and restaurants. The room size was also highlighted as a positive aspect, especially for NYC standards. However, there were significant complaints regarding cleanliness, particularly in the bathrooms, and some guests experienced issues with service and maintenance. Overall, while the location and comfort were praised, the hotel needs to address cleanliness and service concerns.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location10 out of 10
Bed Comfort9 out of 10
Room Size9 out of 10
Service3 out of 10
Cleanliness2.5 out of 10
Bathroom2 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
9.7
Wonderful
Anonymous, Aug 2016
Pros (+) The staff was friendly and helpful providing subway directions and breakfast suggestions. They had umbrellas available when we had rain.
9.7
Wonderful
Cheryl, Jul 2016
Pros (+) From the location to the helpful, friendly staff, I loved this hotel. It was clean, comfortable and beautiful. The on-site restaurant was very good as well.
Cons (-) I didn't like leaving to go home!
7.7
Good
Anonymous, Jun 2016
Pros (+) The hotel was nice, but it is really the location that sells the place. Can't beat it. A block from Central Park, across from the Museum of Natural History.
Cons (-) Bathrooms were a bit dated, and the plumbing seemed temperamental, but it was more than adequate.
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2016
Cons (-) Drained very slowly
8.5
Very good
Anonymous, Nov 2015
Pros (+) The location was great. Half block to Central Park, subway and bus. Bed comfy. Bathroom small but clean and plush. Restaurant had great food.
Cons (-) Scaffolding obscures view and workers during daytime decrease privacy. Friday am, noisy road work started 4:30. No doorman to help when leaving and needing a cab. Pay for in room WiFi. Room cost incre...
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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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FAQs when booking at Excelsior

  • Where is Excelsior located?

    Excelsior 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.

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

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

  • How far is Excelsior from the airport?

    Excelsior is 8,5 km from New York LaGuardia.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8,8
3,1 km
New York LaGuardia
8,5 km

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