Hell's Kitchen Travel Guide

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Hell\'s Kitchen showing a bar, interior views and dining out
Hell\'s Kitchen showing a bar, interior views and dining out
Hell\'s Kitchen which includes signage as well as an individual male
Hell\'s Kitchen featuring signage
Hell\'s Kitchen which includes signage

No one’s quite sure how Hell’s Kitchen earned its devilish title but one thing’s for sure, this booming neighbourhood now offers a little bit of heaven for everyone.

It’s thought that Hell’s Kitchen got its nickname from the gang violence going on here in the 1800s. You won’t find that scene here today. Hell’s Kitchen, aka Clinton, is more well known now for its lively theatre culture, range of restaurants and gay bars. But you can still find traces of the old earthy charms, like at Rudy’s bar, a local icon that serves up cheap beer and free hot dogs.


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Our pick of the best Hell's Kitchen Hotel Deals

Arlo Midtown

Arlo Midtown

4 out of 5
351 West 38th Street New York NY
The price is AU$256 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$256
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,850 reviews)
Clean comfortable quiet room. Kind staff. Convenient location. Great bar scene.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Arlo Midtown
Pod Times Square

Pod Times Square

3 out of 5
400 W 42nd Street New York NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$184 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
AU$184
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,171 reviews)
Clean, great location.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Pod Times Square
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS

NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS

4 out of 5
481 Eighth Ave. New York NY
The price is AU$195 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$195
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8/10 Very Good! (6,333 reviews)
It was good!! Recommend to get a room with a microwave didn’t have one lol.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Hilton Garden Inn New York Times Square South

Hilton Garden Inn New York Times Square South

3 out of 5
326 W 37th St New York NY
The price is AU$176 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$176
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,753 reviews)
Great value. Friendliest staff I’ve ever seen. Nice clean rooms. Good gym facility.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Hilton Garden Inn New York Times Square South
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Times Square West

DoubleTree by Hilton New York Times Square West

4 out of 5
350 W 40th St New York NY
The price is AU$176 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$176
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.4/10 Good! (3,589 reviews)
Staff were nice, rooms were clean. I had booked a King Room, I was late to check in however had called in to let them know I was still coming and they confirmed my booked room. however when I arrived my King Room had been given away and I had a double. The beds were small so not satisfactory. It ...

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton New York Times Square West
Hyatt Place New York City/Times Square

Hyatt Place New York City/Times Square

4 out of 5
350 West 39th St New York NY
The price is AU$191 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$191
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,451 reviews)
Staff were attentive and helpful Room was clean The location was perfect, walkable to everything Checking in was easy and convenient

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Hyatt Place New York City/Times Square
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Hell's Kitchen

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Central New York City

Known for its soaring skyscrapers and eye-catching views, there's plenty to explore in Central New York City. Check out top attractions like Broadway and Times Square, and jump on the metro at 49th St. Station or 50 St. Station (Broadway) to see more of the city.

Central New York City
Times Square featuring cbd, a statue or sculpture and a skyscraper

Theater District

Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Times Square to Broadway – discover Theater District, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Theater District
30 Rockefeller Plaza is an Art Deco skyscraper in the middle of Rockefeller Plaza in Manhattan. At 850 feet (260 m) high, the 70-story building is the 14th tallest in New York City and is a great place for capturing views at sunset (especially because it offers views of the Empire State Building).

To get this shot, head to the top of Rockefeller Center, known as "Top of the Rock." The entrance is on W 50th St between 5th and 6th Avenues. Tickets can be purchased on the basement level of building. Be sure to purchase your tickets in advance in order to make your way to the top by sunset (the entry system is timed). Also allot time for a security screening and wait times at the elevator.

Once you arrive at the observation deck take the escalator to the upper levels where your views won't be impeded by the glass windscreens. Tripods are not allowed

Central Park South

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending time in Central Park South, check out sights like Rockefeller Center or Broadway and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 57 St. - 7 Av Station or 57 St. Station.

Central Park South
Macy\'s featuring signage, street scenes and a city

Garment District

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Hammerstein Ballroom to Macy's – discover Garment District, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Garment District
Midtown featuring a bay or harbor, a sunset and a city

Midtown

4.5/5(75 area reviews)

Times Square and Broadway are a few top attractions in Midtown. Hop around the city on the metro at 42 St. - Bryant Pk. Station or Times Sq. - 42 St. Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, soaring skyscrapers and acclaimed art galleries.

Midtown
Chrysler Building which includes a city, a skyscraper and landscape views

Midtown East

4.5/5(95 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Grand Central Terminal to 5th Avenue – discover Midtown East, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Midtown East


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