Hotels in Pennsylvania Station
Penn Station is three railroads under Madison Square Garden: Amtrak's intercity trains, the Long Island Rail Road and NJ Transit. Since January 2021, Amtrak and LIRR passengers can also use Moynihan Train Hall, in the former James A. Farley post office across Eighth Avenue. The entrance matters: NJ Transit has its own on 31st Street, Amtrak one on 32nd, the LIRR on 33rd and 34th. Looking for the Hotel Pennsylvania? It stood across Seventh Avenue, closed for good in April 2020 and has been torn down since 2022 to make way for the PENN15 tower. For an early Amtrak train I would now sleep on the Eighth Avenue side: The New Yorker Hotel and the Fairfield by Marriott Penn Station keep the walk to Moynihan short. Several hotels on this page carry Times Square, NoMad or Chelsea in their name and sit further away, so read the cross street before booking with heavy bags. The trap is the subway. Two different 34th Street–Penn Station stops serve the station, one on Seventh Avenue for the 1, 2 and 3 trains and one on Eighth Avenue for the A, C and E; 34th Street–Herald Square, one avenue east, is a separate station. The 30 hotels here average 8.1 out of 10 from 79,818 guest reviews, and the EVEN Hotel Times Square South scores highest, at 9.
Hotels near Penn Station in New York cluster on the blocks around Seventh and Eighth Avenues and 31st to 35th Streets, with The New Yorker Hotel, a 1920s tower, and the Fairfield by Marriott Penn Station among the closest. Many hotels sold as near Penn Station are really in the Times Square, NoMad or Chelsea area, a longer walk with luggage, so I check the cross street before booking.
Pennsylvania Station in numbers
4.5Guest scoreWalking distanceEVEN Hotel New York - Times Square South by IHG
Modern rooms with exercise gear, a 24-hour gym, and a lively bar
View hotel →Why guests love itEVEN Hotel New York Times Square South is a bright, modern four-star hotel near Penn Station built around wellness: rooms come equipped with exercise gear and the gym is open 24 hours. A restaurant and a bar are on site, parking is available and pets are welcome, so families and business travelers are both covered. Guests rate it 9.0 across nearly 1,600 reviews, an excellent score, and I would book it for the easy access to the station and the healthy design.
4.4Guest scoreParkingKixby hotel
Upscale hotel with a rooftop terrace and a prime central location
View hotel →Why guests love itKixby Hotel is a bright, upscale four-star hotel a few minutes' walk from the Empire State Building and 34 St-Herald Sq. Rooms are comfortable, and the rooftop terrace is the highlight, with a restaurant, a bar and a fitness center downstairs and free Wi-Fi throughout. It is a polished choice for couples and adults travelling together more than for toddlers, though nothing stops a family staying. Guests rate it 8.8 across more than 1,600 reviews.
4.4Guest scoreWalking distanceArlo Midtown
Sleek high-rise with city views, a rooftop bar, and pet-friendly rooms
View hotel →Why guests love itArlo Midtown is a sleek high-rise hotel with city views and a rooftop bar, a short walk from the station. A restaurant, a bar and a fitness center are on site, the building is accessible, and pets are welcome. A business center makes it practical for work trips, while families get a polished base in a busy part of the city. With 8.8 from nearly 2,000 reviews, guests clearly like it, and I would book it for the views and convenience.
4.4Guest scoreWalking distanceCrowne Plaza HY36 Midtown Manhattan
Sleek Midtown hotel with dining, fitness, and pet-friendly rooms near Penn Station
View hotel →Why guests love itCrowne Plaza HY36 Midtown Manhattan is a sleek four-star hotel a short walk from Pennsylvania Station, with relaxed rooms, a restaurant, a lounge and a fitness center. It works for both business and family travelers, and pets are welcome. Public transport is close, which keeps days out simple with children. Guests rate it 8.8 across more than 1,700 reviews, a strong result for Midtown, and I would book it for the location and the consistency.
4.4Guest scoreParkingKimpton Hotel Eventi
Posh high-rise with a spa, two restaurants, and a multimedia terrace
View hotel →Why guests love itKimpton Hotel Eventi is a polished four-star high-rise within walking distance of major Manhattan sights and Penn Station. Its terrace with a multimedia screen is an unusual outdoor space in Midtown, and two restaurants plus a bar mean dinner without searching the streets with tired children. Parents can book the full-service spa or use the fitness center, and pets are accepted. It suits families who want comfort and a few extras rather than the lowest rate.
4.3Guest scoreParkingLife Hotel New York
Historic publishing house turned boutique hotel with modern amenities
View hotel →Why guests love itLife Hotel New York occupies a historic publishing house, and its individually decorated rooms feel more characterful than a standard chain hotel. Free Wi-Fi is included, a restaurant, a bar, a fitness center and business facilities are on site, and parking and pets are both available. It suits couples and business travelers best, with families welcome too. Guests rate it 8.6 across nearly 970 reviews, a strong score, so I would book it for the building and the character.
4.3Guest scoreWalking distanceCourtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Times Square West
Relaxed rooms, a restaurant, and a 24-hour gym near Penn Station
View hotel →Why guests love itWithin walking distance of Penn Station, this Courtyard is a straightforward choice that I find easy to recommend to families: rooms are relaxed, Wi-Fi is free, and the restaurant and bar mean dinner is sorted after a long day in Midtown. The 24-hour gym suits jet-lagged early starts, and pets are welcome. An 8.6 rating across nearly 1,900 reviews is reassuring, though the style is functional rather than boutique.
4.3Guest scoreLate arrival / 24hINNSiDE by Meliá New York NOMAD
Sleek NOMAD hotel with terraces, a 24/7 gym, and pet-friendly amenities
View hotel →Why guests love itRooms and suites with terraces, for those who book them, are the standout at this modern INNSiDE in NoMad, and a suite gives families welcome extra space. Rooms are sleek, a restaurant and bar cover meals, and the 24/7 fitness center suits jet-lagged early mornings. Pets are welcome and parking is available. An 8.6 rating across more than 2,300 reviews is strong for Manhattan, with Penn Station within easy reach.
4.2Guest scoreWalking distanceFairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites New York Midtown Manhattan/Penn Station
Modern lodging with free breakfast, a fitness room, and a rooftop bar
View hotel →Why guests love itFairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites New York Midtown Manhattan/Penn Station is a modern hotel near Penn Station that is kid-friendly and accessible, which helps when arriving in New York by train with children. The complimentary hot breakfast saves time and effort every morning, and a restaurant on site covers other meals. Free Wi-Fi is included, parents can use the fitness room, and the rooftop bar is a treat for the adults. More than 2,200 guests give it a score of 8.4.
4.2Guest scoreParkingHilton Garden Inn New York/West 35th Street
Warm rooms, a stylish lobby bar, and a fitness room near Herald Square
View hotel →Why guests love itFamilies using Penn Station get a practical Midtown base here: the hotel sits near Herald Square, so the walk from the trains is short and the big department stores are around the corner. The restaurant and lobby bar cover breakfast and an easy dinner after a long sightseeing day. The property describes itself as family-friendly and pet-friendly, and parking is available if you drive into Manhattan. A fitness room helps parents keep a routine on longer city stays.
4.2Guest scoreWalking distanceFairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites New York Manhattan/Times Square South
Snug quarters with free breakfast, a bar, and a gym near Penn Station
View hotel →Why guests love itFairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites New York Manhattan/Times Square South is a casual hotel near Pennsylvania Station with snug rooms, and free breakfast and Wi-Fi included. A bar, a restaurant and a fitness center are on site, and pets are welcome. The included breakfast takes pressure off a family's morning, which is the main reason I would pick it. Guests give it 8.4 across more than 1,700 reviews, so the plain formula works.
4.2Guest scoreWalking distanceHilton Garden Inn New York Times Square South
Modern Midtown stay with balconies, dining, and a short walk to the station
View hotel →Why guests love itHilton Garden Inn New York Times Square South is a contemporary three-star hotel in Midtown with unfussy rooms, some of them with balconies, which is a rare extra in this part of Manhattan. It is within walking distance of the station, has a restaurant, a bar and a fitness center, and offers parking. Pets and families are both welcome. Guests rate it 8.4 across nearly 2,000 reviews, and I would book it as a practical, well-rated base.
4.2Guest scorePet friendlyCourtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Midtown West
Modern, pet-friendly stay with a restaurant and 24-hour gym
View hotel →Why guests love itAiry rooms set this modern Courtyard in Midtown West apart from many cramped Manhattan options, and I see it as a comfortable family base. A restaurant and bar cover meals, the 24-hour fitness center suits jet-lagged early mornings, and the hotel is family-friendly and pet-friendly. Public transport and local attractions are easy to reach. An 8.4 rating across nearly 1,000 reviews is reassuring for a 3-star near Penn Station.
4.1Guest scoreWalking distanceMoxy NYC Times Square
Industrial-chic rooms with a buzzy rooftop bar near the station
View hotel →Why guests love itMoxy NYC Times Square is a lively four-star a few minutes' walk from Penn Station, with industrial-chic rooms and a buzzy rooftop bar. The atmosphere leans towards adults, but the hotel describes itself as kid-friendly, and the French cafe is an easy stop for breakfast with children. The lobby lounge gives families space to regroup between outings. Pets are accepted, and a fitness center is available for parents keeping a routine.
4.1Guest scoreParkingAce Hotel New York
Trendy hotel with an art gallery and a lively lobby lounge
View hotel →Why guests love itAce Hotel New York is a trendy four-star with stylish rooms, an art gallery, a chic restaurant and a lively lobby lounge, a mood that suits adults and families with teenagers more than young children. The gallery is an easy cultural stop without leaving the building, and the restaurant covers dinner after a day of sightseeing. Pets are accepted, parking is available, a fitness center is on site, and major attractions are a short walk away.
4.1Guest scoreParkingHoliday Inn New York City - Times Square by IHG
Modern rooms with a restaurant, bar, and fitness center near Times Square
View hotel →Why guests love itHoliday Inn New York City Times Square is a modern high-rise three-star near Times Square and the Port Authority Bus Terminal, handy for families combining trains and buses in Midtown. Rooms are casual, and the restaurant and bar cover meals after long sightseeing days. The hotel describes itself as suitable for families, parking is available for anyone driving in, and a fitness center lets parents keep a routine. Penn Station is within reach for rail connections.
4.1Guest scoreLate arrival / 24hHyatt Herald Square New York
Modern high-rise with a rooftop lounge and 24/7 gym near Herald Square
View hotel →Why guests love itHyatt Herald Square New York is a contemporary four-star high-rise in Herald Square, within walking distance of major attractions. It has a restaurant, a rooftop lounge and a gym open 24/7, and it offers parking, a business center and family-friendly amenities. Pets are welcome. Guests rate it 8.2 across about 1,200 reviews, a good score, and I would book it for the central address and the rooftop lounge.
4.0Guest scoreWalking distanceDoubleTree by Hilton New York Times Square South
Relaxed hotel with Empire State Building views and pet-friendly amenities
View hotel →Why guests love itDoubleTree by Hilton New York Times Square South is within walking distance of Penn Station, so families arriving by train reach the room without a taxi. Rooms are unfussy and functional, and some look out over the Empire State Building. The on-site restaurant covers meals after long days in Midtown, a gym helps parents keep a routine, and pets are accepted. Public transport links connect quickly to Times Square and the rest of Manhattan.
4.0Guest scoreParkingHoliday Inn Express Manhattan Times Square South by IHG
Convenient Times Square South stay with free breakfast and pet-friendly rooms
View hotel →Why guests love itHoliday Inn Express Manhattan Times Square South is a straightforward three-star hotel that puts convenience first. Complimentary breakfast is included, and a fitness center, business facilities, a restaurant and on-site parking are all listed. Pets are welcome, which helps families travelling with a dog. Rooms are comfortable rather than distinctive. Guests rate it 8.0 across nearly 1,600 reviews, a solid score, and I would book it when a free breakfast and an easy, central base matter most.
3.9Guest scoreLate arrival / 24hHoliday Inn Express Nyc Chelsea - Nomad Area by IHG
Comfortable lodging with free breakfast, fitness, and pet-friendly amenities
View hotel →Why guests love itHoliday Inn Express NYC Chelsea - NoMad Area is a straightforward three-star where the complimentary breakfast makes the biggest difference for families, saving one meal a day in Manhattan. The patio offers a little outdoor space, the 24/7 fitness room suits parents on any schedule, and free Wi-Fi helps plan the day. Pets are accepted and parking is available. Its Chelsea and NoMad location keeps Penn Station within reach for train connections.
3.9Guest scoreWalking distanceThe New Yorker Hotel
Historic 1920s hotel with city views, dining, and pet-friendly rooms
View hotel →Why guests love itMy view for families: few hotels make arriving by train simpler, since the station is a minute's walk away and some rooms have balconies and city views. The building dates from the 1920s and the rooms are relaxed rather than modern. Three restaurants and a bar mean nobody has to agree on dinner, a fitness center covers early risers, and the pet-friendly policy lets the family dog travel too.
3.9Guest scoreParkingHilton New York Fashion District
Chic rooms, a rooftop lounge, and a trendy bar in the Fashion District
View hotel →Why guests love itA rooftop cocktail lounge and a trendy bar and grill give this Fashion District Hilton a lively side, but for families I would stress the practical points: chic rooms, a restaurant on site, a fitness center and parking. The property is family-friendly, accessible and smoke-free throughout, which matters with young children. A 7.8 rating across nearly 2,400 reviews points to a reliable stay close to Penn Station.
3.9Guest scorePet friendlyHilton Garden Inn New York/Times Square Central
Modern quarters with Times Square views, a restaurant, and a bar
View hotel →Why guests love itViews of Times Square from this modern Hilton Garden Inn are part of the fun for children, and the informal rooms keep things relaxed. A casual restaurant and a bar cover meals, a fitness center suits early risers, and the hotel is family-friendly and pet-friendly. Major attractions are within walking distance. My advice for families: the area is busy at all hours, so it suits travelers who want to be in the middle of things.
3.8Guest scoreParkingAliz Hotel Times Square
Refined rooms, industrial-chic dining, and a rooftop bar near Times Square
View hotel →Why guests love itAliz Hotel Times Square is a four-star hotel that sits near Times Square rather than in the thick of it. It has a restaurant, a rooftop bar and a fitness center, free Wi-Fi and parking, and it welcomes pets, which is handy for families travelling with a dog. Rooms are described as refined. Guests give it 7.6 across more than 2,100 reviews, a decent rather than outstanding score, so I would book it for location and amenities.
3.8Guest scoreParkingThe Hotel at Fifth Avenue
Straightforward comfort with a Korean dessert cafe near the Empire State Building
View hotel →Why guests love itThe Hotel at Fifth Avenue is a laid-back three-star stay near the Empire State Building, with straightforward rooms rather than frills. There is a restaurant, a bar, a 24-hour gym and parking, and the small Korean dessert cafe is a nice touch for children and adults alike. Pets are accepted, and the hotel is workable for families as well as business guests. Guests give it 7.6 across nearly 2,000 reviews, a fair score for a practical, central base.
3.7Guest scoreParkingDoubleTree by Hilton Hotel New York City - Chelsea
Warm rooms in Midtown with a 24-hour gym and pet-friendly options
View hotel →Why guests love itFamily rooms and suites are the reason I would shortlist this DoubleTree in Chelsea for a family trip, since space is rare in Manhattan. Rooms are warm and air-conditioned, room service helps on tired evenings, and the restaurant and bar cover the rest. The 24-hour fitness center suits jet lag, pets are welcome, and the property is smoke-free and accessible. A 7.4 rating across more than 1,900 reviews suggests a decent rather than standout stay.
3.5Guest scoreBudgetThe Americana Inn
Budget-friendly aparthotel with shared kitchens near Bryant Park
View hotel →Why guests love itThe Americana Inn is a budget aparthotel with unfussy air-conditioned rooms, a short walk from Bryant Park. The bathrooms are shared, which I would say plainly to families, though kitchenettes on every floor allow simple meals. A restaurant and free Wi-Fi are on site. Guests rate it 7.0 across nearly 770 reviews, a modest score, so I would book it only if price and location matter more than privacy and polish.
3.5Guest scoreWalking distanceTRYP by Wyndham New York City Times Square South
Bright, modern rooms with a lobby bistro and 24-hour fitness
View hotel →Why guests love itA short walk from Pennsylvania Station, this modern TRYP is a practical family base rather than a destination in itself, in my view. Rooms are bright, the airy lobby bistro and the bar handle quick meals, and the 24-hour fitness center suits jet-lagged early mornings. Pets are welcome and parking is available, which helps if you arrive by car. The 7.0 rating suggests solid but not standout service, so keep expectations realistic.
3.5Guest scoreParkingDoubleTree by Hilton Hotel New York Times Square West
Rooftop bar with city views and terrace dining near Times Square
View hotel →Why guests love itA rooftop bar with city views is the signature of this contemporary DoubleTree near Times Square, though for families I would point first to the terrace dining and the on-site restaurant, which make meals easy after a long day. The fitness center suits early risers, pets are welcome and parking is available. The 7.0 rating across more than 6,600 reviews suggests a mixed but busy stay, so expect energy rather than calm.
3.5Guest scoreParkingHoliday Inn Express New York City Times Square by IHG
Complimentary breakfast and Wi-Fi near Times Square, with pet-friendly options
View hotel →Why guests love itHoliday Inn Express New York City Times Square is an unpretentious three-star hotel near Times Square, and the free breakfast and free Wi-Fi are the practical draw for families. A restaurant and a bar sit on site, a business center is available, parking is offered and pets are accepted. Guests rate it 7.0 across more than 2,100 reviews, a modest score, so I would book it for the included breakfast and the simple, central base rather than for polish.
What to expect
- Amtrak, the Long Island Rail Road and NJ Transit all run trains from Penn Station.
- Moynihan Train Hall, opened in January 2021 in the former Farley post office, gives access to Amtrak and LIRR trains.
- The 1, 2 and 3 subway trains stop on the Seventh Avenue side, the A, C and E on the Eighth Avenue side.
- The New Yorker Hotel, a 1920s tower, is among the hotels closest to the station.
Local tips
- ✓Use the entrance that matches your railroad: NJ Transit has its own entrance on 31st Street, Amtrak one on 32nd Street, and the LIRR entrances are on 33rd and 34th Streets.
- ✓Taking Amtrak or the LIRR, you can wait in Moynihan Train Hall, in the former Farley post office across the street, instead of the low-ceilinged concourses under Madison Square Garden.
- ✓Two subway stops share the name 34th Street–Penn Station: the 1, 2 and 3 on Seventh Avenue, the A, C and E on Eighth Avenue. Check which one your hotel sits nearest.
- ✓Read the cross street of any hotel sold as near Penn Station: several on this list are in the Times Square, NoMad or Chelsea area, which adds blocks of walking with a suitcase.
FAQ
Which hotels are closest to Penn Station in New York?
The New Yorker Hotel, a 1920s tower, and the Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Penn Station are among the closest. Hotels in the Fashion District and around Herald Square follow within a few blocks, while those named after Times Square, NoMad or Chelsea are a longer walk.
What is Moynihan Train Hall?
It is Penn Station's newer hall, opened in January 2021 in the former James A. Farley post office building, across the street from the main station. It gives access to Amtrak and Long Island Rail Road trains; NJ Transit passengers use the main station, which has its own entrance on 31st Street.
Which subway lines serve Penn Station?
Two stations named 34th Street–Penn Station serve it: one on Seventh Avenue for the 1, 2 and 3 trains, and one on Eighth Avenue for the A, C and E trains. 34th Street–Herald Square, further east, is a different station on other lines.
Is Penn Station busy?
Very. Wikipedia describes it as the busiest transportation facility in the Western Hemisphere, with more than 600,000 passengers a weekday in 2019. Arriving with time to spare and knowing your railroad's entrance makes a real difference at rush hour.
Which Penn Station hotels are named after Times Square?
Thirteen of the 30: Aliz Hotel Times Square, Courtyard by Marriott Times Square West, DoubleTree by Hilton Times Square West and Times Square South, EVEN Hotel Times Square South, Fairfield by Marriott Times Square South, Hilton Garden Inn Times Square South and Times Square Central, Holiday Inn Express Manhattan Times Square South, Holiday Inn Express New York City Times Square, Holiday Inn New York City Times Square, Moxy NYC Times Square and TRYP by Wyndham Times Square South. Times Square itself begins at 42nd Street, about ten blocks north of the station's 33rd Street edge, so the name tells you which way the hotel lies, not that it is at the station.
Which other hotels near Penn Station are on this page?
Besides The New Yorker Hotel and the Fairfield by Marriott Penn Station, the page lists DoubleTree by Hilton Chelsea, Holiday Inn Express Chelsea - NoMad Area, INNSiDE by Meliá NOMAD, Ace Hotel New York, Hyatt Herald Square, Hilton New York Fashion District, Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street, Courtyard by Marriott Midtown West, Crowne Plaza HY36 Midtown Manhattan, Arlo Midtown, Kimpton Hotel Eventi, Kixby, Life Hotel, The Hotel at Fifth Avenue and The Americana Inn. Most of these names point to Chelsea, NoMad, Herald Square, the Fashion District or Midtown, the neighbourhoods around the station; check the cross street against your railroad's entrance.