Life Hotel New York City, New York City
About the Hotel
Life Hotel New York - Historic Magazine Building with Empire State Views and Boutique Amenities
Located in a restored 19th-century building that once housed LIFE Magazine, this 4-star New York City hotel features 98 uniquely designed rooms between Chelsea, Koreatown, and NoMad districts. The property retains original marble floors, steel pillars, and wrought-iron metalwork, with an ornate gold cherub sculpture by Philip Martiny adorning the entrance. Guest rooms showcase retro-style brass bedframes, Carrera marble bathrooms with rain showerheads, and 60-inch TVs with Google Chromecast. Two rooms on the 10th floor offer patios with Empire State Building views. The Life Hotel provides a lobby bar with carved wooden fixtures and draft beers, plus a rooftop Chef's Garden accommodating private events for up to 16 guests. A compact fitness center on the fourth floor features Peloton bikes and resistance equipment. The property sits three blocks from Penn Station, 0.3 miles from Herald Square, and 0.5 miles from the Empire State Building.
Life Hotel New York: Pros
- Original architectural features preserved from LIFE Magazine era - Historic significance with connections to Norman Rockwell and other creative figures - Rooftop garden space available for private events - Individual room Wi-Fi hotspots and dedicated workspaces
Life Hotel New York: Cons
- 9.5 miles from LaGuardia Airport - Limited on-site dining options during transition period
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Security
- Allergy-free rooms
- Elevator
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness center
Services
- Housekeeping
Dining
- Restaurant
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Location
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