Hotel Beacon

Upper West Side, New York

Virgin rating

Standard King Room
1-Bedroom Suite
Lobby, Hotel Beacon, New York, USA
Beacon Bar, Hotel Beacon, New York, USA
Double Double Standard Room
Standard King Room
1-Bedroom Suite
Lobby, Hotel Beacon, New York, USA
Beacon Bar, Hotel Beacon, New York, USA
Double Double Standard Room

The hotel

In these over-sized rooms and apartments, feel like a New Yorker in this desirable Upper West Side location. Rooms are larger than in the centre of Manhattan, and your kitchenette means you can fix yourself some breakfast. The famous Lincoln Center is a short walk, together with Central Park, American Museum of Natural History and Rose Center for Earth and Space, and a clutch of off-Broadway theatres.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Close to City Centre

Where is it

On the Upper West Side of Manhattan. 4 blocks from Central Park. Transfer time from John F. Kennedy International Airport: 50 minutes.

Hotel information

276 rooms and suites on 25 floors in 1 building with 3 lifts. All with air-conditioning, TV with complimentary films, complimentary WiFi, fully-equipped kitchenette with coffee maker, fridge, cooking-tops, microwave, kettle, toaster, safe, iron and board and hairdryer. King Studios have 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Standard Double Double Rooms are 320 sq ft with 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children.

King/Queen Bedded Suites are 630 sq ft with 1 king-size bed and a queen-size pullout sofa in the living room, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

One Bedroom Suites are 630 sq ft and have 2 double beds in the bedroom and a living room with a queen-size pullout sofa, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Beacon Bar (light snacks; open 3.00pm-midnight). Viand Café (open 6.00am-1.00am for breakfast, lunch and dinner). Valet laundry* and coin laundry*. Complimentary WiFi. 24-hour fitness centre.

This hotel does not impose a resort fee.

Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

One person must be aged 21 years and over in each room at check-in.

*Denotes local charge.

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Traveller rating

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Not worth the money

Jan 29, 2025 1Nomad2014 Los Angeles, California

Hotel seems to be somewhat behind time. The best experience was contact with Victor, bellhop who was fantastic. He brought all of our luggage upstairs and even hung our coats in a closet. We were in room 1418 where they have broken metal shelf that damaged my $100 Cashmere scarf. I brought the problem to the manager who promised that he will call… Read more
Hotel seems to be somewhat behind time. The best experience was contact with Victor, bellhop who was fantastic. He brought all of our luggage upstairs and even hung our coats in a closet. We were in room 1418 where they have broken metal shelf that damaged my $100 Cashmere scarf. I brought the problem to the manager who promised that he will call me and let me know how they are going to take care of the problem/damage that "they caused" - NOBODY CALLED. I also sent them an email asking for there resolution and no response. I hate nothing more than people who don't take responsibility for something that they do wrong. As wonderful Victor was the bellhop on Monday was completely useless. I was dragging heavy carry on as well as a huge suitcase and he did not move to help me. I guess it was because it was very windy that day. Due to me dragging the luggage I actually hurt myself and was suffering for a week with the pain. It needs to be known that toilet is very low and might be difficult for elderly as we are. The good thing is that there is little kitchenette and little fridge. Bed is comfortable and drapes are useful if one wants to sleep in. Even though I became the member I will NEVER stay at this hotel again. Read less
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Jan 19, 2025 Peter D

Nice and simple room for a quick business trip. Good value midweek. Very functional. Nice bedding and towels. Funny view of roof and other buildings. Check in staff were very helpful. Great location and walking distance to everything. Recommend a trip to Zabar's and Gray's Papaya.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating A true treasure in the UWS

Jan 2, 2025 495jasonp Baton Rouge, Louisiana

We've been staying at Hotel Beacon annually 8 out of the last 10 years. We always look at other hotels before we book, but the value cannot be beat. We usually travel with our college aged sons & need the space of the family suites, one of the only hotels in Manhattan who has them. We live like locals. Our first stop is always Trader Joe's to… Read more
We've been staying at Hotel Beacon annually 8 out of the last 10 years. We always look at other hotels before we book, but the value cannot be beat. We usually travel with our college aged sons & need the space of the family suites, one of the only hotels in Manhattan who has them. We live like locals. Our first stop is always Trader Joe's to stock the kitchen for our stay. We buy her wine and my bourbon at Beacon Wines & Spirits next door. And take our daily strolls through Central Park. One of the best features of this hotel is its proximity to the 72nd St Subway station which has an express line to Times Square. You can be anywhere in the city in less than 20 minutes. And once you return from shopping or shows, you'll appreciate the relative tranquility of the Upper West Side as you aren't navigating mobs of people! A nice bonus this year was to be placed in a newly renovated room, it was outstanding. We're already looking forward to returning to our home away from home next year! Read less
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Dec 28, 2024 cariesp74

Hotel Beacon was fabulous. So much space. Loved the separate bedroom and the fold out sofa. Little kitchenette to use. On site self serve laundry. Two TVs and so comfy. We had one issue with one of the two TVs and they came and fixed it the next day so all good. Great service. The self laundry on level 5 needed quarters (for detergent) and a… Read more
Hotel Beacon was fabulous. So much space. Loved the separate bedroom and the fold out sofa. Little kitchenette to use. On site self serve laundry. Two TVs and so comfy. We had one issue with one of the two TVs and they came and fixed it the next day so all good. Great service. The self laundry on level 5 needed quarters (for detergent) and a credit card or phone for payment. But was easy and quick. We had a room facing the street/ Fairway Market. Close by was Fairway Market, CVS, Freddie & Peppers pizza, Levain Bakery and 72nd St Metro. Soooooo good for getting around. Central Park was 2 blocks away and so good. We ended up walking about 18,000 steps a day so bring good shoes. Room was cleaned, beds remade, dishes cleaned, bathroom towels replaced every day. Such a godsend. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating GREAT LOCATION AND FRONT DESK PERSONNEL WERE AWESOME 👍

Dec 16, 2024 Rosemary N St. Louis, MO

We just returned after a 4 night stay with our Sunrise Tour group. It was an excellent hotel with maid service every day. We even ate left overs and she cleaned the dishes for us the next day. Everyone at the front desk was AMAZING and Jett called a cab for me and told the driver exactly where to drop me off. Great location with Fairway Market… Read more
We just returned after a 4 night stay with our Sunrise Tour group. It was an excellent hotel with maid service every day. We even ate left overs and she cleaned the dishes for us the next day. Everyone at the front desk was AMAZING and Jett called a cab for me and told the driver exactly where to drop me off. Great location with Fairway Market across the street, Viand Cafe next door, CVS down the block and lots of restaurants within walking distance! Read less