Hotel 57 by LuxUrban

Hotel 57 by LuxUrban Overview

First Impressions

Walking into Hotel 57 by LuxUrban, you immediately get that boutique hotel vibe — it’s polished without being stuffy, which honestly feels perfect for this part of Manhattan. The lobby has this modern, streamlined design that doesn’t try too hard, and the staff actually seems to know what they’re doing rather than just going through the motions. You can tell this four-star property takes itself seriously, but there’s something refreshingly unpretentious about the whole setup.

Location & Neighborhood

Here’s the thing about being on East 57th Street — you’re basically in the sweet spot of Midtown East where everything just works. I mean, you’re a quick walk to Central Park, the subway connections are solid, and you’ve got that whole Fifth Avenue shopping corridor right there if that’s your thing. The couples rating of 9.3 for location makes total sense because you can actually stroll to dinner without dealing with crazy taxi rides, and there’s something romantic about having both the park and the city energy so close by. Plus, you know how some Midtown hotels feel like they’re stuck in tourist trap territory? This spot manages to feel more like you’re staying where actual New Yorkers might choose to be.

The Room Experience

The rooms at Hotel 57 by LuxUrban are what I’d call smartly designed — they’ve clearly thought about how people actually use hotel rooms rather than just making them look pretty in photos. The space feels bigger than you’d expect for Midtown (though let’s be realistic, this is still New York), and the beds are genuinely comfortable, not just hotel-marketing comfortable. What I really appreciated was the attention to details like decent lighting for actually reading and outlets where you need them. The bathrooms are clean and functional, with that modern aesthetic that photographs well but also works in real life.

Practical Perks

You know what’s refreshing? The hotel doesn’t oversell itself with a bunch of amenities you’ll never use. Instead, they focus on getting the basics right — reliable WiFi, helpful front desk service, and that kind of efficient check-in process that doesn’t waste your time. The fitness center is small but adequate, and honestly, with Central Park so close, you might find yourself running outside anyway. There’s something to be said for a place that knows what it is and executes well rather than trying to be everything to everyone.

Why Guests Love It

That 9.2 location score isn’t just marketing fluff — it really does make a difference when you can walk to so many places instead of constantly figuring out transportation. Couples especially seem to get it because you can have a romantic dinner in the neighborhood, take an evening walk through Central Park, or catch a show without the logistics becoming a headache. The hotel strikes this nice balance between being professional and welcoming, which means you feel taken care of without feeling like you’re being managed. It’s the kind of place where you can focus on enjoying New York instead of dealing with hotel drama.

Hotel 57 by LuxUrban Accommodations

Reviews of Hotel 57 by LuxUrban

• Petr from Czech Republic (8/10)

  Fantastic location in Midtown Manhattan

• Marcelo from Brazil (8/10)

  The location was great and the staff was very
  Nice and helpfull.

• Rokas from Lithuania (8/10)

  Location is very nice!

• Eleanor from United Kingdom (7/10)

  Beds comfy, great location for walking to many sights and the option of two metro stops in a couple of blocks, one of which is the line for JFK airport.

• Clarence from United States (6/10)

  Loved location.. Overall enjoyed my stay because of the location and the room was ok

• Rastislav from Slovakia (7/10)

  Poloha (location)

• Joshua from United Kingdom (6/10)

  The cleanliness of the facility & the location. Was a great location to be able to get to central locations within NYC

• Zvi from Israel (8/10)

  We enjoyed a very early check-in. The hotel's location is excellent. The staff were very efficient & helpful.

• Daniel from United Kingdom (6/10)

  Close to main attractions for tourists

• Sarah from Australia (6/10)

  The staff were super friendly and great to chat with. House cleaning came everyday, made our bed, provided fresh sheets. It was perfect location to walk to atttactions and close to the subway.

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