Hotels in Grand Central Terminal

Warmly decorated rooms near Grand Central, with parking and a restaurant

Why guests love it

Pestana Park Avenue is a laid-back hotel with warmly decorated rooms, a short walk from Grand Central Terminal, so a family arriving by train can be settled in minutes. Air-conditioned, smoke-free spaces keep rooms comfortable, the restaurant saves a search for dinner in Midtown, and on-site parking helps those who drive. Pets are welcome. With an excellent guest score of 9.6 from 1,179 reviews, I would choose it for a calm, well-run family stay near Grand Central.

Chic Manhattan hotel with fitness, dining, and business facilities

Why guests love it

Hotel Riu Plaza Manhattan Times Square is a four-star hotel a short walk from Times Square, which makes it an easy base for families who want to see the lights of Midtown without long subway rides. Breakfast is served on site, the restaurant saves searching for dinner with tired children, and parents can use the fitness room. Limited parking helps families arriving by car. A 9.4 score from 8,712 reviews is very reassuring.

King-bed studios on East 48th Street, seven minutes from Grand Central

Why guests love it

Room size decides whether this building suits a family. A standard studio takes two guests at most, so parents travelling with one or two children need one of the one-bedroom suites, and that is worth settling at booking rather than at the desk. The location works well with children: Rockefeller Center and its winter rink are across Fifth Avenue, Central Park is just over half a mile north, and Grand Central, with its Metro-North trains to the Hudson Valley and Connecticut, is about seven minutes on foot. The studios come with a mini-fridge rather than a kitchen. I would choose it for a short Midtown stay with older children rather than for a long stay with a toddler.

Book-themed rooms with curated libraries and a rooftop cocktail lounge

Why guests love it

Every room at Library Hotel comes with its own curated selection of books, which makes it a memorable choice near Grand Central Terminal for families with older children who love reading. The rooftop cocktail lounge, restaurant and bar are aimed more at adults, and the atmosphere is quiet, so I would not pick it for toddlers. Parking is available if you drive into Manhattan, and Grand Central puts Metro-North and several subway lines close by. Guests rate it 9.2 from 778 reviews.

Luxury stay with a steakhouse, rooftop lounge, and pet-friendly rooms

Why guests love it

Hard Rock Hotel New York is a luxury property in Midtown Manhattan, and it is described as well-suited to families, with a fitness centre, parking and an airport shuttle that removes one stressful transfer with children. The steakhouse and the restaurant and bar cover dinner without heading back out, while the rooftop cocktail lounge is more for parents. Pets are welcome too. A score of 9 out of 10 from 1,751 reviews is excellent for a large New York hotel.

Ultra-chic rooms in a restored brownstone with a British restaurant and pub

Why guests love it

The William Hotel Midtown occupies a restored brownstone a short walk from Grand Central Terminal, and some rooms have kitchens, which makes meals with children far easier in Manhattan. The suites give families more space, air conditioning and Wi-Fi are included, and the British restaurant and cozy pub cover evenings without a long walk. Rooms are ultra-chic rather than playful. A score of 8.8 from 620 reviews is strong for Midtown and points to a well-run stay.

Times Square views, a revolving restaurant, and family-friendly amenities

Why guests love it

New York Marriott Marquis is a large four-star hotel opposite Times Square, and its revolving restaurant gives families a memorable dinner with a moving view of Manhattan. Family-friendly amenities, several dining options, a bar and a fitness centre are on site, and parking is available. Being right on Times Square means crowds and noise outside, but also everything within reach. With 8.8 from more than 16,000 reviews, I would book it for a first family visit to New York.

Elegant hotel with an Irish pub, steps from Grand Central Terminal

Why guests love it

Fitzpatrick Grand Central is an elegant 4-star close to Grand Central Terminal, convenient for families arriving by Metro-North or heading out on day trips. Rooms and suites are plush, and a suite gives children more room in a city where space is tight. The restaurant and the traditional Irish pub cover meals, and parents can use the fitness centre. Parking is available and Wi-Fi is free. A score of 8.6 from 1,131 reviews shows guests rate it highly.

Plush rooms, chic dining, and a swanky lounge near Grand Central

Why guests love it

InterContinental New York Barclay by IHG sits near Grand Central Terminal, convenient for families who arrive by train and want an upscale base in Midtown. Plush rooms and suites give space after a day in the city, and the hotel accepts pets and lists family-friendly amenities, a fitness centre and parking. The chic restaurant and cocktail lounge suit parents more than children. A guest score of 8.6 out of 10 from close to 3,800 reviews is reassuring.

A vibrant stay with a rooftop lounge and pet-friendly amenities

Why guests love it

Pod 39 is a lively three-star hotel a short walk from Grand Central Terminal, and its social spaces are what families with older children will remember. The colourful game room keeps teenagers busy, the rooftop lounge is a good spot for an evening drink, and complimentary walking tours help with first steps in the city. Rooms are compact but air-conditioned, Wi-Fi is free and pets are welcome. An 8.4 score from 4,029 reviews is solid.

Modern high-rise with a 27th-floor terrace near Grand Central

Why guests love it

Hotel Boutique at Grand Central is a three-minute walk from Grand Central Terminal, and some of its rooms and suites have kitchens, which helps families keep meals simple in an expensive city. The 27th-floor terrace offers a view over Midtown, and there is a fitness centre, a steakhouse and parking. Business facilities make it work for a mixed work and family trip. A score of 8.4 out of 10 from close to 600 reviews is encouraging.

City views, an Italian eatery, and pet-friendly comfort in Times Square

Why guests love it

Hilton Garden Inn New York Times Square North is a four-star hotel on the Times Square side of Midtown, with informal rooms, some of them with balconies and city views. An Italian restaurant, a bar and a fitness centre are on site, parking is available, which is uncommon in Manhattan, and pets are welcome. The hotel describes itself as suitable for families, and the 8.4 score from 892 reviews is reassuring. I would ask for a balcony room.

Comfortable Manhattan lodging with free breakfast and pet-friendly rooms

Why guests love it

Hampton Inn Manhattan Grand Central is a laid-back three-star hotel an 8-minute walk from Grand Central Terminal. Its free hot breakfast is the main win for families, saving time and money before a day in Manhattan, and free Wi-Fi keeps everyone connected. Pets are welcome, parking is available for families who drive, and adults can use the exercise room and business centre. With a guest score of 8.4 from 1,708 reviews, I would book it for a practical family stay in Midtown.

Art-inspired hotel in a historic building near Grand Central

Why guests love it

The Renwick Hotel is a four-star hotel in a historic building a short walk from Grand Central Terminal, convenient for families arriving by train. Its art-inspired setting gives the stay more character than a standard Midtown hotel, and a suite offers extra room when children share. Gourmet dining on site saves a search for dinner, parents can use the fitness center, pets are welcome and parking is available. An 8.4 score from 1,367 reviews is solid.

Forty-storey Midtown tower a little more than a block east of Grand Central Terminal

Why guests love it

The Westin New York Grand Central is a large, practical base for any trip that runs through Grand Central Terminal. Metro-North departures for the Hudson, Harlem and New Haven lines, five subway services at Grand Central-42 St (4, 5, 6, 7 and the shuttle) and the LIRR at Grand Central Madison are all a few minutes west on foot, along the flat pavement of 42nd Street. The tower has 40 floors and close to 800 rooms, with a restaurant, a bar, a fitness centre and valet parking, and pets are accepted with a supplement. Across 4,500 reviews averaging 8.4, guests describe a consistent, well-run stay. Its limit is its character: rooms follow the Westin template, and the building is a 1981 tower, so travellers hoping for a period railway hotel will not find one here.

Refined rooms, a steakhouse, and pet-friendly amenities near Grand Central

Why guests love it

Club Quarters Hotel Grand Central, New York is a refined high-rise hotel near Grand Central Terminal, and its rooms and suites with kitchens are the main draw for families who want to prepare breakfast or a simple dinner. The steakhouse and bar cover evenings out without going far, parents can use the fitness center, pets are welcome and parking is available. Arriving by train is easy from Grand Central. An 8.4 score from 1,652 reviews is solid.

Rooftop lounge with skyline views and sophisticated city stays

Why guests love it

The Shelburne Sonesta New York is an upmarket hotel a short walk from Grand Central Terminal that describes itself as kid-friendly and pet-friendly. The rooftop lounge with skyline views is a memorable spot for an early evening as a family, and the grill restaurant keeps dinner simple. Parents can use the fitness center, and parking is available, which is rare in Manhattan. An 8.4 score from 2,034 reviews points to a comfortable, well-run stay.

Chic Midtown hotel with an Italian restaurant and rooftop bar

Why guests love it

Hyatt Centric Midtown 5th Avenue New York is a high-end Midtown Manhattan hotel with chic rooms and suites, an Italian restaurant, a rooftop bar and a 24-hour gym. It is oriented towards business travel, with business facilities and parking, and no family amenities are listed. Families can still use a suite as a stylish base, but I would see it first as a hotel for couples and work trips. Guests rate it 8.2 from 502 reviews.

Modern Midtown hotel with a rooftop deck and city views

Why guests love it

Pod 51 is a bright, modern hotel in Midtown with compact rooms designed to use space well, so it suits families who plan to spend their days out rather than in the room. The rooftop deck has city views, the cafe and bar handle quick breakfasts and drinks, and parents can use the fitness center. Pets are welcome and parking is available. Many Midtown sights are within walking distance. An 8.2 score from 4,004 reviews is solid.

Midtown comfort with free snacks, wine hours, and loaner iPads

Why guests love it

Club Quarters Hotel Times Square, New York is a comfortable four-star Midtown hotel with a few touches that help families. Some rooms include a kitchen for simple meals, free snacks are on offer, and loaner iPads can keep older children busy on a quiet evening. Parents can enjoy the wine hours, the bar or the fitness center, and the restaurant covers dinner. Pets are welcome and parking is available. An 8.2 score from 1,393 reviews is solid.

Comfortable rooms with marble baths, steps from the Empire State Building

Why guests love it

U Hotel Fifth Avenue puts families within a short walk of the Empire State Building, which saves subway rides with children in Midtown. Rooms are described as comfortable and cozy, with marble bathrooms and free Wi-Fi, and the restaurant on site helps when nobody wants to go out again. Parking is offered, which is unusual in Manhattan. A score of 8.2 from 994 reviews points to a solid stay, though cozy in New York usually means limited space.

Upscale Park Avenue stay with a free wine reception and cocktail lounge

Why guests love it

Kimpton Ashbel New York - Park Avenue is a hip, upscale four-star hotel on Park Avenue, a short walk from Grand Central Terminal, which makes train arrivals easy with children and luggage. It lists family amenities and a pet-friendly policy, so the dog is welcome too. Rooms are stylish, the coffee bar helps in the morning, and parents can enjoy the complimentary wine reception, the cocktail lounge or the fitness center. An 8.2 score from 1,389 reviews is solid.

Budget-friendly, pre-war hotel steps from Times Square with free Wi-Fi

Why guests love it

Hotel St. James is a budget-friendly two-star hotel in a pre-war building, a short walk from Times Square, and it presents itself as welcoming to families. Rooms are straightforward and smoke-free with free Wi-Fi, which suits parents who plan to spend their days out in Midtown. The restaurant makes a quick meal easy, and the library lounge offers a quiet corner for reading. An 8.2 score from 1,927 reviews is a good result at this level.

Stylish Midtown hotel with a bar, fitness center, and pet-friendly rooms

Why guests love it

The Fifty Sonesta Hotel New York is a contemporary four-star hotel in Midtown Manhattan, and the suites with kitchens are what make it work for families: breakfast and simple meals can happen in the room. Pets are welcome, parking is available, and adults can enjoy the lounge, the bar and the complimentary wine hours, as well as the fitness centre. With a guest score of 8.2 from 1,591 reviews, I would choose it for a longer family stay in New York.

Modern comfort steps from Grand Central Terminal with dining and fitness

Why guests love it

Hyatt Grand Central New York stands just steps from Grand Central Terminal, which makes it very practical for families arriving by Metro-North or heading out on the subway. Rooms are polished and air-conditioned, and the restaurant, bar, fitness centre and on-site parking cover the basics for a city break. Midtown is busy around the clock, so light sleepers should ask for a higher floor. A score of 8 out of 10 from more than 8,500 reviews shows consistent service.

Upscale hotel with dining, a gym, and pet-friendly options near Grand Central

Why guests love it

Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza is an upscale four-star hotel where some rooms include a kitchen, which helps families on longer stays in Manhattan. There is a restaurant serving contemporary American dining, a bar and a gym, parking is available, and pets are welcome. The location suits exploring the city. With 8.0 from more than 4,100 reviews, it is a solid choice, and I would ask for a room with a kitchen when travelling with children.

Cozy rooms with city views, a fitness center, and a lively bar

Why guests love it

Motto by Hilton New York City Times Square is a casual 4-star near Times Square, which puts families close to the theatres and the bright lights children usually want to see. Rooms are cozy and understated, so space is limited, but some have city views. The restaurant and bar cover meals, Wi-Fi and air conditioning are standard, and there is a fitness centre. Pets are welcome. A score of 7.8 from 950 reviews suggests a fair, central stay.

Stylish boutique stay with a restaurant and fitness center near Bryant Park

Why guests love it

Royalton New York is a chic four-star boutique hotel near Bryant Park that describes itself as kid-friendly and pet-friendly. Bryant Park is a pleasant open space for children between Midtown sights, and a suite gives families more room than a standard boutique room. The restaurant keeps dinner simple and parents can use the fitness center. A 7.8 score from 1,428 reviews is decent, though lower than the design might suggest, so keep expectations realistic.

Modern suites with city views and complimentary breakfast in Midtown East

Why guests love it

Hotel 48LEX New York works well for families because it offers modern suites rather than standard rooms, which gives parents and children more space in Midtown East. Breakfast is included, the bistro covers other meals and Grand Central Terminal and the subway are a short walk away for day trips across the city. Pets are accepted too. I would recommend it to families who want room to spread out and easy transport links, with a 7.8 rating from more than 800 reviews.

Modern comfort near Grand Central with a lively bar and pet-friendly rooms

Why guests love it

The Lexington Hotel, Autograph Collection is a four-star hotel with a warm, traditional feel, a short walk from Grand Central Terminal, which helps when arriving in Manhattan with children and bags. Modern rooms and suites give families some choice of space, and a coffee shop and restaurant make breakfast and dinner easy. Pets are welcome, and there is a fitness centre and a lively cocktail bar. With a guest score of 7.8 from 3,758 reviews, I would book it for convenience in Midtown.

Modern rooms, a cafe, and a 24-hour gym near Bryant Park

Why guests love it

Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Fifth Avenue is a modern three-star hotel listed as family-friendly, and some of its relaxed rooms have a sitting area, which gives children a little extra space. The cafe makes breakfast simple, air conditioning helps in a New York summer, and full-service laundry is handy on longer trips. Adults can use the 24-hour gym, and Wi-Fi is free. With a guest score of 7.8 from 1,161 reviews, I would book it for a practical Manhattan family stay.

Upscale hotel with a Daniel Boulud restaurant near Bryant Park

Why guests love it

City Club Hotel is an intimate, upscale four-star hotel near Bryant Park that lists family stays among its strengths and welcomes pets. Rooms are posh and modern, and the Daniel Boulud restaurant makes dinner an occasion without leaving the building. Free gym passes let parents keep up their routine, and parking is available. Bryant Park is close for a break between Midtown sights. A 7.4 score from 1,269 reviews is modest, so keep expectations measured.