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HGU New York

4.0 star property
Beaux Arts hotel with bars/lounges and 24-hour front desk

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HGU New York in Manhattan offers a sophisticated retreat with a lobby fireplace, two bars, and continental breakfast. Enjoy dry cleaning, free newspapers, and proximity to Madison Square Park and Macy's. Guests praise the attentive staff.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$275
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov

Room options

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(60 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(62 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
34 East 32nd Street, New York, NY, 10016

What's nearby

  • Empire State Building - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Macy's - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Grand Central Terminal - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Chrysler Building - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Times Square - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • 33 St. Station (Park Av. S) - 1 min walk
  • New York W 32nd St. Station - 6 min walk
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sweetgreen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pret A Manger - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wolfgang's Steakhouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Moono - ‬1 min walk

About this property

HGU New York

Luxury upscale hotel near Empire State Building
Located close to Madison Square Park and Macy's, HGU New York provides a terrace, a fireplace in reception and 2 bars. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and express check-in
  • A 24-hour front desk, concierge services and a front desk safe
  • Luggage storage, smoke-free property and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and proximity to public transport
Room features
All 90 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges and desks

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Valet parking on site (USD 60 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7 AM to 11 AM for a fee: USD 25 for adults and USD 25 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 10 floors
  • Beaux Arts architecture
  • Built in 1905
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 200 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 14 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 28.69 per accommodation, per night.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 25 for adults and from USD 25 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 60 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Property is also known as

Hotel Grand Union New York
HGU New York Hotel
Grand Union New York
Grand Union Hotel New York
Grand Union New York City
HGU Hotel
HGU New York
HGU New York Hotel
HGU New York New York
HGU New York Hotel New York

Frequently asked questions

Is HGU New York pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 14 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 200 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at HGU New York?

As of 3 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HGU New York on 23 Nov 2025 start from AU$230.99, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at HGU New York?

Valet parking is available for USD 60 per night.

What time is check-in at HGU New York?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at HGU New York?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is HGU New York located?

Located in Manhattan, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Empire State Building, Madison Square Park and Macy's. Chrysler Building is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) away. 33 St. Station (Park Av. S) is only a 2-minute walk and 28 St. Station (Park Av. S) is 6 minutes.

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HGU New York Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 496 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 249 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 140 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 71 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 1004 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place, great location and staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Araceli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is great, walkable to all subway stations. Close to koreatown loved it!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming boutique hotel in an excellent location. The neighborhood has many restaurants, including a cozy cafe in the building and is steps away from the Subway.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, friendly staff, great coffee and food a short walk away, comfy bed and great view from the roof top. Perfect for a short stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was helpful and kind
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lilian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely helpful staff great location in midtown! Easy to walk to all the major sites from! Small rooms but considered big for New York and very clean!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy bedding; nice, clean bathroom; quiet building. Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JEAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to metro. K-town nearby. Friendly staff. Roof top access. Clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great surrounding restaurants, subway is really close by as well
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to midtown/greenwich village/Nomad, etc.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Slept so well

It was a lovely stay. The room was small but the bed was super comfortable and huge! Easy to get out and walk and there is a cafe downstairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the main reason that I would stay again and again is Samantha, Pierre, and Celina. Nice sheets and towels make it grander. My bay window was my favorite perch. thank you everybody for making my trip home away from home a special one.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint boutique hotel with nice and quiet room.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel for New York City. Convenient location right near the No. 6 subway line. Rooms are a little small but it’s NYC. I liked it because it’s so close to so many things. I wouldn’t waste time on the breakfast. Beds were big and comfortable. Hotel was not weird or scammy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay at HGU! we will be back! Every single staff member we interacted with was kind and so helpful. The coffee shop in the lobby is incredible and convenient. Easy 20 minute walk to Times Square and so close to the subway. The hotel was clean and well maintained. We will be back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Satisfied! Would stay again

Perfect for our one night stay, our room was very quiet you would have no idea you’re in NYC.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was in a perfect location for our trip. The staff was kind and helpful. The room was small but clean. I didn’t not like the lighting situation with having to put the in the slot
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Sepehr

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Rooms are extremely small
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was very small but clean comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect location

Perfect location and nice basic room with everything you need
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Dougal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really helpful and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My favorite boutique property to stay at when traveling solo on my own dime. Amazing value, still stylish and all the necessary amenities for a cozy stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ernesto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice and well located hotel

Very well located hotel, close to subway. Clean and comfortable. With breakfast available.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
HGU was wonderful! Our college trips to NY always included staying at HGU. Love it! The cafe was really good, too. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024