Hotel Beacon

Upper West Side, New York

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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.

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.

Rating summary

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Traveller rating

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Mar 25, 2024 Jim S Tampa, Florida

Wonderful! Rooms were very large by NYC standards. Staff was extremely professional and friendly. We only stayed one night unfortunately but could see where the kitchenette would be a huge plus for an extended stay. Location was perfect for our stay.
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Mar 22, 2024 Simon R

We had stayed twice before at the Beacon, and it didn't disappoint this time. Excellent space, comfort and quiet in a 1 bed deluxe queen suite, with great amenities. Staff were unfailingly pleasant, efficient and helpful. Special mention to Sonia who was our main housekeeping person. And to Swapna Sharma, who went out of her way to show us a… Read more
We had stayed twice before at the Beacon, and it didn't disappoint this time. Excellent space, comfort and quiet in a 1 bed deluxe queen suite, with great amenities. Staff were unfailingly pleasant, efficient and helpful. Special mention to Sonia who was our main housekeeping person. And to Swapna Sharma, who went out of her way to show us a larger suite for us to consider for our next visit. The sense is that ALL staff have the same highly customer-focused approach, and it shows. As another example, we had a minor plumbing emergency, and a staff member responded within 60 seconds to fix it. Followed up quickly with housekeeping staff to ensure everything was as it should be. The guest laundry on level 5 is fabulous for a longer stay. Means you can pack lighter. Much has been said about location, and it's all true: great access to the subway, wonderful cafes and restaurants, Central Park, Beacon Theater, Fairway supermarket/deli and Citarella across the road, etc etc. Some minor criticisms - bathrooms a bit small, hot water took ages to get hot [sometimes] and the rooms need a refurbishment [some flaking paint]. But I understand that is underway. Overall, Hotel Beacon remains fantastic value in a superb area of Manhattan. Read less
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Mar 11, 2024 Passport813742 Princeton, New Jersey

A hotel , at least our room on the 8th floor, which is in need of a refurbishment. paper peeling off the walls, stained bathtub, kitchen stove not working for tea making. However, it's one saving grace is the fact that it was very quiet and we slept well, hence the 4 stars and not 3.
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Mar 6, 2024 Patricia D

First stay at the Hotel Beacon and absolutely loved it! Staff was personable and accommodating, the room was great, and the location was perfect - especially for attending shows at the neighboring Beacon Theatre. Will definitely return on my next visit to NYC.
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Mar 4, 2024 lapaz97 Buenos Aires, Argentina

Very fine guest attention from all members of the staff including Luc Henry and Swapna Sharma, the concierge and all the bell crew. Great location for the American Museum of Natural History and even Lincoln Place. Quintessential NY coffee shop, The Viand is next door with a theatre on the other side. Central park is close and it's a straight shot… Read more
Very fine guest attention from all members of the staff including Luc Henry and Swapna Sharma, the concierge and all the bell crew. Great location for the American Museum of Natural History and even Lincoln Place. Quintessential NY coffee shop, The Viand is next door with a theatre on the other side. Central park is close and it's a straight shot across the Park to the Upper East side. Read less