Life Hotel New York

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Rebel Hotel Company
8 (1693 reviews)
19 West 31st Street , New York , us

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great staff
Good location
Comfortable beds
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Small rooms
Elevator problems

Categories

Cleanliness
6.45
The place is described as run down and dirty, with walls that were not clean.
Service
9.92
The bar and front desk staff are very friendly and attentive.
Location
10
Great location with easy access mentioned in several reviews.
Room Quality
6.41
Rooms were small, dingy, and had issues like doors that don’t close properly.
Amenities
7.94
Some amenities are mentioned as nice but functionally inadequate, e.g., slow elevator.
Value for Money
7.4
Reviews indicate the hotel felt overpriced for the experience.
Food and Beverage
6.45
Criticism of undrinkable coffee and lack of breakfast options.
Overall Experience
9.45
Mixed sentiments overall; some enjoyment but significant issues noted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-18 10:40

Property Description

Unique Historical Setting
Life Hotel, nestled between Broadway and 5th Avenue, offers a unique stay in the historic building that once housed LIFE Magazine. Immerse yourself in the charm of the past with modern comforts.

Elegant Room Features
Indulge in the luxury of wrought iron bed frames, Carrera marble counters, and rain shower heads. Relax on pillow-top mattresses with Egyptian cotton sheets. Each room is a blend of classic elegance and contemporary style.

Convenient Amenities
Enjoy complimentary access to the fitness centre with Peloton bikes, concierge services, and filtered water and ice stations. Stay connected with free WiFi and digital newspapers. Let us pamper you with our turn-down service.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of history, luxury, and convenience at Life Hotel.

Important information:

Please note guests must be 18 years or older to check-in.

Please note that guests may experience some noise or light disturbances due to ongoing renovation at the property.

The facility fee includes the following: -High speed WIFI, -Unlimited use of the fitness center. Printing available at the front desk.
Complimentary tea kettle and coffee maker available upon request subject to availability. Complimentary luggage storage for arrival and departure.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: JFK

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 50 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 1693 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.45
Service: 9.92
Location: 10
Room Quality: 6.41
Amenities: 7.94
Value for Money: 7.4
Food and Beverage: 6.45
Overall Experience: 9.45
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Courtney • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

The staff was excellent. Kyrie and Frank took amazing care of us. The food was delicious. The bed was soft and everything was quiet.

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Barrow • family_with_children • us
10
Beautiful, positive energy room with classy marble bathroom!
Pros:

Perfect room for quiet and privacy. Loved the location near K-Town!

Cons:

Only downside that I can come up with is having to carry my luggage up the stairs at the hotel entrance.

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
D
DeRobbio • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Valicek • couple • cz
10
Pros:

Styl a kvalita místa

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Tito • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Great location, pleasant staff and lovely bar

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Wolphy • couple • us
8
2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Alexis • couple • us
10
It was such a beautiful place close to everything walking wise and the staff was so helpful and kind
Pros:

Easy to find and park

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Kelsey • couple • us
10
Go to hotel for MSG shows.
Pros:

Location and building insulation. You couldn’t tell you were in NYC. Quiet rooms. Beautiful high ceilings in room.

Cons:

N/A

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Francesc • couple • lu
7
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Anne Cha Dgr • solo_traveller • fr
5
Cons:

Small room without window. Noisy AC and bad smell in the room.

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Nelou • solo_traveller • ca
10
Magical. Wish I could've stayed much longer!
Pros:

I've been wanting to stay at this hotel for years now, but my trip kept getting postponed. The building facade is gorgeous, a total feast for the eyes. The Zoi bar was lovely, and always packed in the evenings with the best vibes. The staff were kind and accommodating, and the rooms were very spacious and clean. I loved the bathroom's brass hardware and cozy feel. And being on the 6th floor I actually had a lovely view, which I wasn't expecting! The location is unbeatable. There is so much to see and do in Nomad, so many great cafes and restaurants and shops. If you stay here, you'd be walking distance from Felix Roasting Co., Lady M Cake Boutique, The Smith, Nordstrom Rack, The Flatiron Building, Maman Gramercy, and much more! Highly recommend Life Hotel!

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Harriet • extended_group • gb
9
Great location and would definitely stay here again.
Pros:

Great location. For New York it was quiet but close to all major attractions. We walked everywhere from the hotel. Staff were helpful and friendly.

Cons:

The futon wasn’t very comfortable.

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • solo_traveller • nl
8
Pros:

De locatie is perfect

Cons:

Er was geen ontbijt

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Genevieve • family_with_children • us
1
2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Emily • family_with_children • us
9
Enjoyed our time in the city and Life Hotel was a great place to stay.
Pros:

Staff was helpful and friendly and the location is convenient. The hotel was clean and comfortable. I especially like that the bathroom felt spacious.

Cons:

I paid for the breakfast package and was a little disappointed. I would’ve liked it better if we could just come and choose our breakfast from the offerings. I felt that a lot of the items in the box we didn’t want and that felt wasteful.

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Marilyn • extended_group • ca
8
2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Cristina • family_with_children • es
9
Pros:

La ubicación estupenda. Las habitaciones genial…. Algunas habitaciones con baños muy pequeños

Cons:

El desayuno

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Krystal • couple • us
9
2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Leena • extended_group • fi
8
2026-06-01 • via Nuitee