Life Hotel New York

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Once the legendary home of LIFE Magazine and a cherished creative hub for iconic figures like Norman Rockwell, Charles Gibson, and John Ames Mitchell, among others, The Life Hotel has fair claim as one of New York City's most storied accommodations. Boasting 98 thoughtfully designed guest rooms and suites, the hotel exudes a mid-century vibe with Life Magazine photography adorning its walls and paying homage to the various decades of the 20th century.

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History

Our Beaux-Arts building was designed by Carrère and Hastings—the firm that gave us New York Public Library's 42nd Street branch and the Frick Museum. Built in 1895 at 19 West 31st Street, between Broadway and Fifth Avenue, our hotel has a storied past including being the first home to LIFE Magazine until 1936. The limestone and red brick building has large windows framing a cherub holding a pen, surrounded by symbols of the arts: musical instruments, paintbrushes, and a notepad. Beneath each window is the word “Life”—for the photo journalistic publication that once was headquartered here.

Accommodations

Classic Queen

A cozy yet airy room with vintage details including a queen-sized brass bed, mid-century bare bulb chandelier and decorative wall trimmings. This room features a working desk and a bathroom adorned in marble with elevated brass fixtures. 100-120 sq ft.

Classic King

A light and bright room with vintage details including a king-sized brass bed and a mid-century bare bulb chandelier illuminating the space. Decorative wall trimmings and a bathroom adorned in marble with elevated brass fixtures. 183 sq ft.

Deluxe King

A spacious and bright room with vintage details including a king-sized brass bed and a mid-century bare bulb chandelier illuminating the space. Decorative wall trimmings and a bathroom adorned in marble with elevated brass fixtures. 226 sq ft.

Deluxe Two Queens

Perfect for two or four guests, this spacious room has vintage details including two queen-sized brass beds and a mid-century bare bulb chandelier illuminating the space. Decorative wall trimmings and a bathroom adorned in marble with elevated brass fixtures. 248 sq ft.

Deluxe Junior Suite King with Futon

This studio apartment-like suite has vintage details including a king-sized brass bed, pull-out futon and a mid-century bare bulb chandelier illuminating the space. Decorative wall trimmings and a bathroom adorned in marble with elevated brass fixtures. 248 sq ft.

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Zoi Nomad Mediterranean Cuisine

ZOI is a unique Mediterranean restaurant/bar at Life Hotel New York NoMad with a focus on great breakfast, lunch and dinner, equally amazing cocktails, and an inviting atmosphere!

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Various dishes from Zoi Nomad Mediterranean Cuisine

TEN 11 Lounge Nomad

Located beneath our lobby, TEN 11 is an intimate lounge where elegance, creativity, and sophistication come together. Named after the iconic 1011 address, TEN 11 embodies the spirit of New York nightlife, offering a refined escape from the city's fast-paced rhythm.

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Offers

Book Direct to Save up to 20%

Map out your trip ahead of time and save up to 20% with our steepest promotion ever! Secure our best rates today with advance purchase when booking directly with us.

Full deposit required at time of booking. Reservation is non-cancelable, and deposit is non-refundable and non-transferrable.

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Get rewarded when you stay longer. Stay five or more nights and receive up to 15% off our best flexible rate.

Breakfast on the Go

We know you're busy, but we want you to start your day off right with the most important meal...so, have breakfast with us or to go! Grab your pastry, fruit and specialty coffee drink at our breakfast bar and be on your way!

_{Breakfast package is for two people and includes one pastry, one fruit and a specialty coffee or tea drink per person.}

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