Life Hotel New York

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Rebel Hotel Company
8 (1566 reviews)
19 West 31st Street , New York , us

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Safety deposit box
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
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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.

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 1566 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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Joycelyn • solo_traveller • gb
10
Great, felt homie
Pros:

The best was unbelievably comfortable, loved the staff and the service overall

Cons:

In the room next to mine, I could hear the tv through the wall, but it could have been that they had it on very loud

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Daniela • family_with_children • es
9
I would stay here again for sure
Pros:

I had an absolutely wonderful stay! The location of the hotel is perfect, making it so easy to get around.
The hotel bar had a fantastic atmosphere—great for unwinding—and the room was very big for NY standards. Both the bed and the pillows were really comfortable, ensuring a great night's sleep.
I want to give a special mention to Chris at the front desk. He was incredibly professional, polite, and went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect throughout my stay.
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Cons:

Nothing at well. I liked everything.

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Boris • couple • us
8
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Marina • solo_traveller • us
10
Beautiful gem for a stay in Ktown area
Pros:

The staff and location were so excellent. My disability sometimes makes me tired and confused by the time I arrive at the hotel, but the staff were 100% on top of everything and answered even my stupid questions (wifi password is on the bottom of the complimentary card lol) The hotel itself is very old and beautiful, and a great stay if you're staying near Ktown alone for a few days.

Cons:

Be aware that the elevator is quite small, especially if you are bringing any disability equipment. This is unfortunately true in most older buildings.

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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S. Dee • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

Bed, bath, space, friendliness of employees, restaurant and bar

Cons:

One of my bed lamps was broken, switched out bulbs and still didn't work. Forgot I could request a fridge. Everything was great otherwise.

2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • family_with_children • fr
8
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Heidi • family_with_children • us
8
Comfortable and affordable
Pros:

Breakfast at the restaurant was very good. The street wasn't crowded, so it was easy to get an Uber.
The staff was pleasant.

Cons:

1. 1000 emails from the hotel before and after the trip.
2. I asked for something minor to make my son feel special (say his name during check in). Via email they agreed. It never happened.

2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
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Jêsica • family_with_children • br
10
Perfeita.
Pros:

Tudo perfeito. Ótima localização. Quarto super amplo. Cama gigante. Funcionários todos muito queridos.

2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • gb
2
I'm glad I was only there for two nights. Overall impression was of neglect.
Pros:

The bed was quite comfortable but other than that there was little to recommend.

Cons:

The room was small and dingy. No storage for clothes apart from a small hanging cupboard (No draw storage at all). Floors were a mix of bare cracked concrete with some very worn wooden boards that had seen better days 30 years ago. Bathroom smelt of mould (covered with lots of air freshener). Seal around sink split and rotted away. Heater / air conditioner did not work reliably and the control for it was broken with the batteries held in with gaffer tape. Lift to my 8th floor room was slow and noisy and above the 4th floor started to shake and rattle in a way that was down right scary. On top of this the rooms were very costly, though this may be down to the time of year. Probably the worst hotel room I have ever stayed in.

2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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Marian • extended_group • us
8
2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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tommaso • couple • it
10
Pros:

Location was amazing

Cons:

The bar underneath can be very loud

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Morgan • couple • us
8
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Nancy • solo_traveller • us
10
Can't wait to stay at Life Hotel again!
Pros:

The location was close to all of my events. The room was charming and lovely. Got a great night's sleep, too! Also enjoyed the bar on the first floor.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Dawn • solo_traveller • gb
10
The friendly staff made all the difference and I'll definitely be back!
Pros:

The staff were lovely and helped me out several times during my stay, helping me with finding things nearby etc

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • couple • us
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Madison • extended_group • us
9
Had a great time.
Pros:

Great! Staff is super friendly, room is wonderful!

Cons:

Black curly hair on bed and towels when came back to room being cleaned, happened every time. Decided to remove it myself, but definitely not preferred.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Haleh • solo_traveller • us
1
Cons:

it was loud. the rooms have no carpet! just a concrete floor. the tv did not work. the tub did not drain. the handyman couldn’t fix tv. a very uncomfortable experience. won’t stay again.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Joan • extended_group • us
8
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Natt • family_with_children • us
9
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Richard • family_with_children • gb
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee