A family hotel in NoMad, near Madison Square Park
Life Hotel New York is at 19 West 31st Street, on a quieter block in NoMad. For a family trip, that matters more than it sounds: you are ten minutes from Penn Station, walking distance from Madison Square Park, and far enough from Times Square that bedtime is not negotiated against a crowd.
Space to actually settle
The hotel has rooms, studios and accessible rooms. For families, the studios are the ones worth asking about first: more floor space, and room to unpack properly if you are staying more than two nights rather than living out of a suitcase.
Cot and extra-bed availability depends on room type, and it is not published on the site, so confirm with the hotel before you book.
Parks and running-around space
Madison Square Park is a short walk north and is the obvious answer to a child who has been on a train all morning. Our walking route from Madison Square Park to the Empire State Building covers the stretch between the hotel and both landmarks without putting anyone on a subway.
Food that works with children
Three options sit inside the building, which removes the end-of-day hunt. Zoi Mediterranean covers a proper sit-down meal, Zoi Lobby Bar works for a quick drink and snack, and TEN 11 Lounge is for the evening. For something faster and louder, Koreatown on 32nd Street is one block east, and our guide to eating on 32nd Street covers the family-friendly end of it.
Arriving with luggage and children
If you are coming by train, this is one of the easiest hotels in Manhattan to reach: Penn Station and Moynihan Train Hall are a walk, not a cab ride. If you are driving in, ask the hotel about parking before you arrive rather than circling the block.
What is nearby for a family day
The Empire State Building, the Flatiron district, Koreatown and Madison Square Park are all on foot. Times Square is a longer walk or one short ride, which is often exactly the balance families want: close enough for a show, far enough to sleep.
Frequently asked questions
Is Life Hotel New York good for families?
Yes. It is on a quieter NoMad block, walking distance from Madison Square Park and the Empire State Building, with studios for longer stays and three places to eat in the building.
Are cots or extra beds available?
That depends on room type. Confirm with the hotel before booking and they will tell you what fits your dates.
How far is the hotel from Penn Station?
About ten minutes on foot, which makes it easy to arrive with children and luggage without a taxi.
Is there a restaurant the children will eat at?
Zoi Mediterranean and Zoi Lobby Bar are in the hotel, and Koreatown on 32nd Street is one block east with plenty of casual options.