Hotel The Knickerbocker

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6 Times Square, New York, NY 10036, United States of America – Excellent location – show map – Subway Access

Excellent location – rated 9.4/10! (score from 1023 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

8.6
Excellent
1,023 reviews

great location ... great staff ... big rooms .. great trip !

Richard United Kingdom

The beds were super comfortable, rooms were super clean daily and we would definitely stay at The Knickerbocker again!

Louise United States of America

Very roomy. Sound insulation excellent. Rooms cleaned well everyday. Roof top restaurant very good.

Amer1959 United States of America

very comfortable beds , perfect rooftop bar, nice personal

Diana Russia

It was in a great location, the room was spacious & your staff was amazing.

Susana United States of America

Very quiet and well appointed. Comfortable rooms as well. The hotel is bigger than a boutique but smaller than a chain, which was just right.

Patrick United States of America

The staff was respectful and accommodating. Very eager to please. I would stay at the Knickerbocker again without any hesitation. The room was a great size and very clean.

Patti United States of America

Location was terrific. Stylish. The housekeeping team did a great job.

Steve United States of America

Comfortable and clean. Not too soft and not too hard. Liked the pillows

Jaya United States of America

Very nice rooms and hotel, right in top of times square subway, and a block from Bryant park. Easy access to city

Austin United States of America
8.6
Excellent
1,023 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “great location ... great staff ... big rooms .. great trip !”
    Richard Richard United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The beds were super comfortable, rooms were super clean daily and we would definitely stay at The Knickerbocker again!”
    Louise Louise United States of America United States of America
  • “Very roomy. Sound insulation excellent. Rooms cleaned well everyday. Roof top restaurant very good.”
    Amer1959 Amer1959 United States of America United States of America
  • “very comfortable beds , perfect rooftop bar, nice personal”
    Diana Diana Russia Russia
  • “It was in a great location, the room was spacious & your staff was amazing.”
    Susana Susana United States of America United States of America
  • “Very quiet and well appointed. Comfortable rooms as well. The hotel is bigger than a boutique but smaller than a chain, which was just right.”
    Patrick Patrick United States of America United States of America
  • “The staff was respectful and accommodating. Very eager to please. I would stay at the Knickerbocker again without any hesitation. The room was a great size and very clean.”
    Patti Patti United States of America United States of America
  • “Location was terrific. Stylish. The housekeeping team did a great job.”
    Steve Steve United States of America United States of America
  • “Comfortable and clean. Not too soft and not too hard. Liked the pillows”
    Jaya Jaya United States of America United States of America
  • “Very nice rooms and hotel, right in top of times square subway, and a block from Bryant park. Easy access to city”
    Austin Austin United States of America United States of America

Categories:

  • Staff8.7
  • Facilities8.5
  • Cleanliness9.0
  • Comfort9.0
  • Value for money7.9
  • Location9.4
  • Free WiFi 9.2
High score for New York

Stay in the heart of New York – Excellent location – show map

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Located on Times Square, The Knickerbocker features a rooftop terrace with over 370 square yards of indoor and outdoor space. WiFi access is available and free of charge for guests.

Featuring a flat-screen cable TV, each room at the hotel comes with a laptop safe, a mini-bar and a desk. Many rooms feature views of the city, and the private bathroom comes with slippers, free toiletries and a hairdryer.

A 24-hour front desk welcomes guests to the Knickerbocker, which features on-site dining at Charlie Palmer at The Knick. Cocktails are served on the rooftop at St.Cloud and guests can also grab a coffee at Jake’s @ The Knick.

Guests looking for a bit of green space can walk to Bryant Park, just 650 feet away. The New York Public Library is 3 minutes’ walk away, and the hotel is located directly above the Times Square-42nd Street Metro Station, offering easy access to the whole city.

This is our guests' favorite part of New York, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Located in the heart of New York, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.4

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

American, Buffet

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Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
very good Fitness Center
Pet friendly
Bar
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Guest reviews

8.6
Excellent
 · 1,023 reviews
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  • Staff8.7
  • Facilities8.5
  • Cleanliness9.0
  • Comfort9.0
  • Value for money7.9
  • Location9.4
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  • Free WiFi 9.2
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  • Richard United Kingdom

    “great location ... great staff ... big rooms .. great trip !”

  • Louise United States of America

    “The beds were super comfortable, rooms were super clean daily and we would definitely stay at The Knickerbocker again!”

  • Amer1959 United States of America

    “Very roomy. Sound insulation excellent. Rooms cleaned well everyday. Roof top restaurant very good.”

  • Diana Russia

    “very comfortable beds , perfect rooftop bar, nice personal ”

  • Susana United States of America

    “It was in a great location, the room was spacious & your staff was amazing. ”

  • Patrick United States of America

    “Very quiet and well appointed. Comfortable rooms as well. The hotel is bigger than a boutique but smaller than a chain, which was just right.”

  • Patti United States of America

    “The staff was respectful and accommodating. Very eager to please. I would stay at the Knickerbocker again without any hesitation. The room was a great size and very clean.”

  • Steve United States of America

    “Location was terrific. Stylish. The housekeeping team did a great job.”

  • Jaya United States of America

    “Comfortable and clean. Not too soft and not too hard. Liked the pillows”

  • Austin United States of America

    “Very nice rooms and hotel, right in top of times square subway, and a block from Bryant park. Easy access to city”

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  • Is there a scale in the bathroom?

    Yes, there is .

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    Asked about: Deluxe Room with Two Queen Beds • Answered on August 19, 2019
  • Is there a hairdryer? Is there an iron? I know there is ironing service but would like to know if the room has an iron. Thanking u in advance

    There is a hair dryer under the sink in bathrooms and iron along iron board in the closets.

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    Answered on October 11, 2019
  • Will you pick us up the airport and take us back upon check out

    Hello, we do not have shuttle service. However, the concierge can arrange for a private car. Taxis are readily available and much more economical. Regards, Liz

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    Asked about: Superior Room with One King Bed • Answered on December 1, 2019
  • Is it possible to check in much earlier than 3pm or at least leave my bag with concierge. Thanks

    Hello, we can request early checkin. If not available, you can certainly store you luggage with the Front Desk.

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    Answered on July 11, 2021
  • Are there smoking rooms?

    Hello we are a 100% non smoking hotel. The rooftop bar has a section for smoking.

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    Asked about: Deluxe Room with One King Bed • Answered on August 4, 2021
  • Is there a coffee maker in room

    Hello, there is not a coffee maker in the rooms, but we can place one there. There is complimentary coffee and tea daily from 5am-7am before Jakes Coffee Shop opens.

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    Asked about: Superior Room with Two Queen Beds • Answered on August 19, 2019
  • Is there a coffee maker in the room

    Hello we can put one in your room complimentary. Regards, Liz

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    Answered on September 13, 2021
  • Is the breakfast the usual buffet style....or do the guests wait for the waiters to be served?

    Hello we will reopen the restaurant in a few weeks. In the past we had buffet and a la carte. It will probably be the same.

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    Answered on August 6, 2021
  • Is there a tub in this room?

    We do have an ada room with tub. We can request if you make a reservation. Regards, LIz

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    Asked about: Deluxe King Bed Accessible • Answered on August 14, 2021
  • Is there a coffee in the room

    There isn't a coffee maker in the room, but we can put one in there. There is also complimentary coffee and tea in lobby daily 5a-7am, before Jakes Coffee Shop opens.

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    Asked about: Premier Room with Two Queen Beds • Answered on August 19, 2019
  • Is this hotel in the actual old Knickerbocker hospital building?

    Hello, no it is not. I think that hospital is fictional. This is a hotel from 1906. Regards, Liz

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    Answered on September 27, 2021
  • Parking is available ??? Valet??? Cost??

    We have a valet option for either $55 or $65 depending on the size of the vehicle. This is a 24 hour option with no in and out privileges.

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    Answered on November 7, 2019
  • Can you pay before

    Yes, we can charge your credit card in advance if you would like us to.

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    Asked about: Superior Room with Two Queen Beds • Answered on August 19, 2019
  • Is there an electric kettle, and / or coffee/ tea maker? This is extremely important for me, if only some rooms have it, pls list which ones. Thank you.

    Hello we can place them in your room complimentary. Regards, Liz

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    Answered on October 6, 2021
  • Hello, do any suites have bath tubs? Are any rooms quieter than others? I’m traveling with my baby and need these options.

    Hello, the Caruso Suite, two of our Tribute Suites, and one of the Junior Suites have a tub. We have several Deluxe rooms with tubs too. Regards, LIz

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    Answered on September 29, 2021
  • Is the suit separate from living room

    Hello, only the Caruso Suite has a separate living room. Everything else is a studio layour. Regards, Liz

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    Asked about: Junior Suite with Two Queen Size Beds • Answered on September 11, 2021
  • Hi, do you have high speed internet in the room? I will be at a zoom meeting in the morning I need wifi.

    Yes we have wifi through out the hotel. Regards, Liz

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    Asked about: Superior Room with One King Bed • Answered on August 16, 2021
  • Hello, can I park a pickup truck at your hotel?

    Hello, unfortunately the garage elevators are not big enough to fit oversized vehicles. Regards, Liz

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    Answered on September 10, 2021
  • Hi there is there a way I could secure the room with a bath tub please?

    Hello some deluxe rooms have a tub and the Tribute and Caruso Suite.

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    Asked about: Deluxe King Bed Accessible • Answered on November 18, 2021
  • Hi, is it possible for me to check-in in August if I turn 21 y/o in September?

    Hello, unfortuntely, you must be 21 with valid id when you arrive. Regards, Liz

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    Answered on July 22, 2021
Hotel surroundings *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
What's nearby
  • Times Square
    0.1 miles
  • Madame Tussauds New York
    0.1 miles
  • PlayStation Theater
    0.1 miles
  • Minskoff Theatre
    0.2 miles
  • New York Times Building
    0.2 miles
  • The Majestic Theatre
    0.2 miles
  • Bryant Park
    0.2 miles
  • Richard Rodgers Theatre
    0.2 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant Aureole
    0 miles
Top attractions
  • Rockefeller Center
    0.5 miles
  • Empire State Building
    0.5 miles
  • Grand Central Station
    0.5 miles
  • Madison Square Garden
    0.5 miles
  • Museum of Modern Art
    0.6 miles
  • Central Park
    1.1 miles
  • Metropolitan Museum of Art
    2 miles
  • Ellis Island
    4.8 miles
  • Statue of Liberty
    5.5 miles
  • Yankee Stadium
    6 miles
Public transit
  • Subway 42nd Street -€“ Bryant Park
    0.1 miles
  • Subway 42nd Street – Port Authority Bus Terminal
    0.2 miles
Closest Airports
  • LaGuardia Airport
    6.1 miles
  • Teterboro Airport
    8 miles
  • Newark Liberty International Airport
    11.1 miles
How to get to The Knickerbocker from John F. Kennedy International Airport
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2 Restaurants On Site

    Charlie Palmer

    Food: American

    Open for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Menu: Buffet

    Jake's

    Food: American

    Open for: Breakfast

    Menu: À la carte

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Amenities of The Knickerbocker

Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
very good Fitness Center
Pet friendly
Bar
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Live music/Performance
  • Happy hour Additional charge
  • Bike tours Additional charge
  • Walking tours Additional charge
  • Evening entertainment
  • Cycling Off-site
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Chocolate/Cookies Additional charge
  • Fruit Additional charge
  • Bottle of water
  • Wine/Champagne Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 65 per day.
  • Accessible parking
  • Secure parking
Transportation
  • Public transit tickets Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage Additional charge
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Strollers
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Babysitting/Child services Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press Additional charge
  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Pet bowls
  • Grocery deliveries Additional charge
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Health & Wellness Facilities
  • Personal trainer
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness
  • Fitness center
Languages Spoken
  • Arabic
  • Bengali
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Russian
  • Filipino
  • Turkish
  • Chinese