In the heart of Manhattan, HGU New York offers an upscale retreat with a fireplace in the lobby and two bars to unwind. Take advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services, enjoy continental breakfast, or explore nearby Madison Square Park and Macy's. With free newspapers and a helpful staff that has left previous guests impressed.
John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) - 45 min drive
New York W 32nd St. Station - 6 min walk
Grand Central - 42 St. Station - 10 min walk
Penn Station - 14 min walk
33 St. Station (Park Av. S) - 1 min walk
28 St. Station (Park Av. S) - 6 min walk
28 St. Station (Broadway) - 8 min walk
Restaurants
Sweetgreen - 2 min walk
Wolfgang's Steakhouse - 2 min walk
Tina's Cuban Cuisine - 3 min walk
Her Name Is Han - 2 min walk
Five Guys - 1 min walk
About this property
HGU New York
HGU New York offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from 5th Avenue and Empire State Building. You can relax with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Grand Central Terminal and Madison Square Garden are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travelers like that it's only a short walk to public transportation: 33 St. Station (Park Av. S) is steps away and 28 St. Station (Park Av. S) is 6 minutes.
Languages
Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
90 rooms
Arranged over 10 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 1 total, up to 30 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Onsite valet parking (USD 60 per night)
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–11 AM
2 bars/lounges
Restaurant
Room service
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1905
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
Beaux Arts architecture
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Premium TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
In-room safe
Special features
Awards and affiliations
The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Destination fee: USD 28.69 per accommodation, per night
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 25 for adults and USD 25 for children
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 200 per accommodation, per stay
Parking
Valet parking costs USD 60 per night
Policies
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Also known as
Hotel Grand Union New York
HGU New York Hotel
Grand Union New York
Grand Union Hotel New York
Grand Union New York City
HGU Hotel
HGU New York
HGU New York Hotel
HGU New York New York
HGU New York Hotel New York
Frequently asked questions
Does HGU New York offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, HGU New York does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at HGU New York?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 30 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 200 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at HGU New York?
Yes. Valet parking costs USD 60 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at HGU New York?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and contactless check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at HGU New York?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Resorts World Casino (18-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at HGU New York and nearby?
HGU New York has 2 bars.
Are there restaurants at or near HGU New York?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around HGU New York like?
HGU New York is in Manhattan, a short 1-minute walk from 33 St. Station (Park Av. S) and 4 minutes' walk from 5th Avenue. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.
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HGU New York Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.4/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 2, 2024
It was a very good stay with a friendly crew
Ouahid
Ouahid, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 1, 2025
Borderline fatigue.
Have stayed there for about 10 yrs. Love the neighborhood, but this hotel is getting a little tired.
R Allen
R Allen, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 18, 2024
This is a great little hotel in a nice area. The location is convenient to any spots you might want to visit in Manhattan. There's a nice coffee shop downstairs.
Timothy
Timothy, 3-night trip
4/10 Fair
Dec 30, 2024
Putting the "old" in Old New York
place is way over priced for quite basic room with very few and low quality amenities; neighborhood is decent with lots of good korean BBQ places
Terrance
Terrance, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 4, 2024
Great hotel for a quick trip to NYC, nice and simple. Staff was polite and helpful and the rooms are great. Would definitely recommend
Jacob
Jacob, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 19, 2024
This hotel was clean, and staff was friendly….has a cafe, restaurant and bar on site which was so convenient, and was on the same block as the 33rd street subway stop (6 line). Close to many tourist areas and we felt safe!
Jennifer
Jennifer, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 5, 2024
Really helpful and friendly staff.
Dougal
Dougal, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 18, 2024
HGU was wonderful! Our college trips to NY always included staying at HGU. Love it! The cafe was really good, too. Highly recommend!
Kimberly
Kimberly, 4-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jan 11, 2025
There was an extremely loud screeching sound coming from the bathroom/toilet. that would go off and on throughout the day and night. The bathroom sink was stopped up in the shower pressured was nonexistent
Chimere
Chimere, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Dec 29, 2024
For a miniature person
The room was SOOOOO small there was literally no way to open a suitcase!!! 2 ft around the bed!!! Bathroom was bigger, but FREEZING!!!! The tile floors & even the walls were ICE VOLD - like there was no insulation
KIMBERLY
KIMBERLY, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 17, 2024
My go to hotel
Kidist Maru
Kidist Maru, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 7, 2024
Great value!
Very nice hotel for the cost - a gem in midtown. The rooms were spacious but did not match the photos in terms of windows, no robes, and the lighting in the hallways and rooms was kinda dim. Overall, great value and great stay.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 9, 2024
Perfect location
Perfect location and nice basic room with everything you need
Hanne
Hanne, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2024
excellent location
Maria
Maria, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 29, 2024
Great place
Dennis
Dennis, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2024
Very nice place clean
octavia
octavia, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 15, 2024
Great stay
Eliza
Eliza, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 16, 2024
The hotel is so nixe, the bed is too comfortable i loved it i can take a rest
Dennisse
Dennisse, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 14, 2024
Staff is so friendly!! Room is ok very pretty and just the right amount of space. Cutest little hotel I ever seen!! Definitely coming back soon.
Paige
Paige, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 15, 2023
Great place to stay
Austin
Austin, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2024
Great place to stay!
Room size was perfect, the bed and pillows were great, I managed to get quality sleep after long journeys. Hot tub to rest was perfect, AC worked perfectly. Great experience and definitely will come back if needed to travel by my own.
RICARDO
RICARDO, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 4, 2024
Nice place
Manuel Aaron
Manuel Aaron, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2024
Lots of things nearby.
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 17, 2024
really nice location.
Thea
Thea, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 12, 2024
Centrally located and modern in ktown
Great stay in a clean and modern hotel centrally located to lots of great attractions.