221 East 44th Street, Midtown East, New York, NY 10017, United States
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EVEN Hotel New York – Midtown East, an IHG Hotel Overview

First Impressions

Walking into EVEN Hotel New York – Midtown East, an IHG Hotel, you immediately notice this isn’t your typical Manhattan business hotel. The lobby has this clean, modern wellness vibe that feels refreshing after navigating the bustling streets outside. I mean, the whole concept here revolves around health and fitness — which honestly makes sense when you’re staying in a city where you’ll be walking miles every day. The four-star property sits right on East 44th Street, and you can tell from the moment you arrive that they’ve put serious thought into creating a space that balances urban energy with actual relaxation.

Location & Neighborhood

The Midtown East location is honestly hard to beat — you’re basically in the thick of everything without being overwhelmed by Times Square chaos. Grand Central is just a few blocks away, which makes getting around the city incredibly easy. What I love about this spot is that you can walk to the Chrysler Building, the UN headquarters, and some fantastic restaurants along Second Avenue. The couples who stay here consistently rave about the location, and I get why — there’s something romantic about being able to stroll to Bryant Park or catch a show without dealing with crazy subway transfers.

The Room Experience

Here’s where EVEN Hotel really delivers — the beds are genuinely exceptional. I’m usually skeptical when hotels tout their sleep quality, but these mattresses actually live up to the hype. The rooms have this streamlined design with plenty of natural light, and everything feels purposefully chosen rather than just thrown together. You’ll find in-room fitness equipment (which sounds gimmicky but is actually useful), and the bathrooms stock eucalyptus-mint bath products that somehow make you feel like you’ve been to a spa. The soundproofing works well too, which matters when you’re on a busy Midtown street.

Wellness Focus & Amenities

What sets this place apart is how they’ve woven wellness into everything without making it feel forced or pretentious. The fitness center is legitimately impressive — not just a couple of treadmills in a basement room. They offer yoga mats in every room, and the staff can point you toward great running routes along the East River. The on-site restaurant focuses on healthier options, though you’re not stuck with bland “wellness food” — the American breakfast actually has some solid choices that’ll fuel you for a day of sightseeing. There’s also a 24-hour market for those late-night snack emergencies that inevitably happen in New York.

Why Guests Love It

People keep coming back to EVEN Hotel because it strikes this perfect balance between being health-conscious and actually enjoyable. You’re not sacrificing comfort for wellness concepts — you’re getting both. The location score of 9.4 speaks for itself, but what really wins people over is how the hotel anticipates what travelers actually need. Whether it’s the quality sleep (crucial after long New York days), the easy access to transportation, or simply having a calm space to recharge between adventures, this place gets the details right. It’s upscale without being stuffy, and practical without feeling corporate.

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EVEN Hotel New York – Midtown East, an IHG Hotel Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Standard King Room1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
Standard Double Room with Two Double Beds2 double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
Standard Room1 double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
Standard King Room with Accessible Tub – Mobility Access1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
Standard King Room with Roll-In Shower – Mobility Access1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
Standard Double Room with Two Double Beds and Accessible Tub – Mobility Access2 double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
Premium King Room with City View1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
Premium Double Room with Two Double Beds2 double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
Premium Corner King Room1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
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Reviews of EVEN Hotel New York – Midtown East, an IHG Hotel

  • Aritita from Kiribati (9/10)

    I like the hotel very convenient.

  • Srinivasa from United States (9/10)

    Location

  • Silvia from United States (7/10)

    The hotel was nice, nothing amazing but good.

  • Laura from United Kingdom (8/10)

    Really comfortable and very clean hotel, excellent location close to Grand Central for getting around easily.

  • Yinka from United States (7/10)

    Ir was alright

  • Tom from Switzerland (8/10)

    Location ad ease of access

  • Viviane from Brazil (9/10)

    The location of the hotel is amazing. Away from the noise and at the same time, close to Grand Central, that takes you to anywhere. I would like to mention Jeremy, the hotel manager. Amazing and very approachable, always around asking how things were. He took us to the rooftop where we got very nice pictures. The room is clean, good amenities. Elevators are fast.

  • Lyn from Australia (8/10)

    The room was modern, clean and comfortable with every amenity including exercise equipment. the check in check out was great and staff were friendly and professional. Nice snack type dinner in the evening with free drink.

  • Antoinette from Ireland (8/10)

    Good location. Comfortable room.

  • Pavel from Czech Republic (8/10)

    Location

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Mac Arthur Park: 750 m
  • St. Vartan Park: 950 m
  • Chrysler Building: 400 m
  • Park Avenue Plaza: 1.1 km
  • Rockefeller Center: 1.2 km
  • 50th Street Commons: 900 m
  • East River Greenway: 1 km
  • Tudor Grove Playground: 350 m
  • Mary OConnor Playground: 350 m
  • Robert Moses Park Dog Run: 600 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Sakagura: 50 m
  • Restaurant Sushi Tsushima: 50 m
  • Restaurant Ben & Jack’s Steak House: 150 m

Top attractions:

  • Bryant Park: 1.2 km
  • Central Park: 2.7 km
  • The High Line: 3.9 km
  • Top of the Rock: 1.2 km
  • Flatiron Building: 2.4 km
  • Strawberry Fields: 3.4 km
  • Museum of Modern Art: 1.7 km
  • Empire State Building: 1.6 km
  • Pierpont Morgan Library: 1.2 km
  • Metropolitan Museum of Art: 3.8 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Pond: 1.9 km
  • Peak Kings Bluff (31m): 6 km

Public transport:

  • Metro51st Street: 800 m
  • Train Grand Central Station: 500 m
  • Train Long Island City Station: 2.4 km
  • Metro Grand Central – 42nd Street: 450 m

Closest airports:

  • La Guardia Airport: 11 km
  • Teterboro Airport: 17 km
  • New York Skyports Seaplane Base: 2.3 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Alarm clock

General:

  • Shared lounge/T V area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace

Wellness:

  • Fitness
  • Fitness centre

Transport:

  • Public transport tickets Additional charge

Activities:

  • Bicycle rental
  • Bingo Additional charge Off-site
  • Aerobics Additional charge Off-site
  • Live sport events (broadcast) Additional charge Off-site
  • Cooking class Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights Additional charge Off-site
  • Bike tours Additional charge
  • Walking tours Additional charge
  • Movie nights Off-site
  • Stand-up comedy Off-site
  • Pub crawls
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Table tennis
  • Games room

Living Area:

  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne Additional charge
  • Kid meals Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Accessibility:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Spanish
  • Russian
  • Chinese

Cleaning services:

  • Dry cleaning Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone

Reception services:

  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Business facilities:

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/banquet facilities Additional charge

Great for your stay:

  • Restaurant
  • Parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Pets allowed
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests

Entertainment and family services:

  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/puzzles

Parking Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and charges may be applicable.:

  • Parking garage
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
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House Rules at EVEN Hotel New York – Midtown East, an IHG Hotel

Pets:

  • Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Groups:

  • When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00
  • Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out:

  • Until 11:00

Age restriction:

  • The minimum age for check-in is 18

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

8.3

Comfort:

8.7

Location:

9.2

Free WiFi:

8.9

Facilities:

8.3

Cleanliness:

8.8

Value for money:

7.9