The Whitby Hotel

5-star hotel Excellent 18 West 56th Street, New York, NY, NY 10
The Whitby Hotel

About The Whitby Hotel

Located in upper midtown Manhattan, 1585 feet from the Central Park, the Whitby Hotel is a short distance away from stores such as Saks Fifth Avenue and Bergdorf Goodman. The Whitby Hotel offers complimentary WiFi to all guests. Each room at The Whitby Hotel is individually designed with floor to ceiling windows. Some rooms have a private terrace and offer views of the Manhattan skyline. Interiors have been designed by Kit Kemp. Guests will also have access to The Whitby Bar and Restaurant, an Orangery, a book-lined drawing room as well as a fully equipped gym. The Museum of Modern Art is 1585 feet from the property, while Rockefeller Center and St. Patrick’s Cathedral are 2641 feet from the property. Guests will find many restaurants in the vicinity as well.

Amenities

  • On-site parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Business center
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Full kitchen / kitchenette
  • Spa / sauna
  • Pet friendly
  • Family friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transit access
  • Airport shuttle
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning
  • Elevator

Reviews

4.7 / 5
Excellent 179 reviews

The hotel is highly praised for its unique decor and beautiful rooms, with guests appreciating the cleanliness, comfort, and spaciousness. However, there are recurring issues with service, particularly in response to special requests and communication errors, and some guests find the price to be too high for the value provided.

What guests liked
  • Unique, beautiful decor
  • Clean, comfortable, spacious rooms
What could be better
  • Service issues, particularly with special requests and communication
  • Price not justifying value for some guests
  • Susan May 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    So refreshing to have a beautiful hotel with every detail polished! The staff was incredibly kind and our room was outstanding! Cannot wait for my next visit to NYC to stay at my new favorite hotel! Not a thing

  • Susan May 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    So refreshing to have a beautiful hotel with every detail polished! The staff was incredibly kind and our room was outstanding! Cannot wait for my next visit to NYC to stay at my new favorite hotel! Not a thing

  • Rebecca Apr 2026 · via booking
    4/5

    Beautiful sized clean room. Quiet Service was ok but a bit underwhelming

  • Brenda Mar 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Exceptional

  • Zeng Mar 2026 · via booking
    4.5/5

    Superb

  • James Mar 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Exceptional

  • Elena Feb 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Exceptional

  • Shauntel Jan 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    Stylish, clean, pleasant staff, good food, quiet, great location! NA

  • Shauntel Jan 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Stylish, clean, pleasant staff, good food, quiet, great location! NA

  • Diana Jan 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    Breakfast was overpriced

  • Darren Dec 2025 · via booking
    5/5

    Great location, well located and very helpful staff. Loved every aspect

  • Stephanie Dec 2025 · via priceline
    5/5

    The location, decor, staff, and amenities

  • Stephanie Dec 2025 · via booking
    5/5

    The location, decor, staff, and amenities

  • Christopher Dec 2025 · via booking
    5/5

    Location, buzzy atmosphere/sophisticated and tasteful decor, the staff, very comfortable room, nothing appeared to be too much trouble. Communal areas a bit limited for space. Lovely if no one else around but there always are people around.

  • Robert Nov 2025 · via booking
    2.5/5

    Passable

  • Joyce Nov 2025 · via booking
    3/5

    Decor and location were excellent . The room very comfortable. I had to ask several times for a bed to be put in our room for our grown up daughter, even though I confirmed the booking was for three people prior to arrival . I found that the staff were ok , not great . I just felt their service was perfunctory and not the standard expected . Breakfast was again just ok . It could be so much better . Three people on a table designed for two is eminently unsuitable, especially when staff were so slow at removing dirty plates . Also the pastry and bread choices were very limited. Absolutely not value for money . Poor.

  • Anne Nov 2025 · via booking
    4.5/5

    Great location, very comfortable, lovely interior design, a treat! Staff very helpful! It would be nice to have a coffee/tea station in the room. It appears to be an American trend not to include breakfast in the rates as a given? All the taxes that are added on at the end, rates should include the taxes, after all they don’t change?

  • Elizabeth Oct 2025 · via priceline
    5/5

    Beautiful. Staff focused on hospitality and cares about guests. Love the ability to drop key at front desk. Great restaurant.

  • Elizabeth Oct 2025 · via booking
    5/5

    Beautiful. Staff focused on hospitality and cares about guests. Love the ability to drop key at front desk. Great restaurant.

  • Maria Sep 2025 · via booking
    4.5/5

    Superb

Frequently asked questions about The Whitby Hotel

Does The Whitby Hotel have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, The Whitby Hotel offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does The Whitby Hotel offer parking?
Yes, paid self-parking is available on-site at The Whitby Hotel.
Does The Whitby Hotel have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. The Whitby Hotel features meeting spaces and dedicated conference rooms, suitable for corporate meetings and group gatherings.
Does The Whitby Hotel have a fitness center?
Yes, The Whitby Hotel features an on-site fitness center for guests. Additional wellness amenities include spa.
Where is The Whitby Hotel located, and how walkable is the area?
The Whitby Hotel is located at 18 West 56th Street, New York, NY NY 10019. With a Walk Score of 99, the area is rated Walker's Paradise. Most daily errands can be done on foot — ideal for travelers without a car.

What's nearby

  • Javits Center 1.4 mi
  • Laguardia Airport 5.4 mi
  • Brooklyn Cruise Terminal 6.0 mi

House rules

Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 12:00 PM
Cancellation Not available
Children Not available

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