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Axel’s take

It's a strong sightseeing base, provided space and silence aren't your priorities.

Choose it for
Helpful staff, strong housekeeping and a rooftop Empire State Building view.
Skip it if
You need spacious entry rooms, dependable silence or breakfast without an extra charge.
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Axel’s rating: 8.7/10 · An independent four-star boutique hotel by Herald Square

Kixby is a four-star boutique hotel that gets the important city-stay basics right: clean rooms, welcoming staff and a location that makes sightseeing straightforward. Tripadvisor and Expedia guests repeatedly praise housekeeping and the front desk. The rooftop’s Empire State Building view gives it something more memorable than a convenient address. We'd choose it for a Manhattan sightseeing trip rather than a hotel-centered escape.

The compromise is space and quiet. Entry rooms can feel tight, street noise reaches some bedrooms, and slow elevators recur in guest feedback. Sleep draws noticeably weaker feedback than cleanliness or service. The refreshment pantry is useful, but its coffee and water are covered by a mandatory facility fee, not simply a free extra. Breakfast costs extra too. It’s a strong pick if personality and location matter more than sprawling rooms or full-service luxury.

Rooms
Compact layouts are the principal compromise. King-room equipment includes a refrigerator, Keurig, desk, safe and USB outlets. Street noise and slow elevators recur in guest feedback.
Cleanliness
A clear strength: 95% of 270 cleanliness mentions are positive in the evidence, reinforced by Tripadvisor and Expedia guests praising clean rooms and housekeeping.
Service
The service feedback is 90% positive across 459 mentions. Expedia reviews also repeatedly describe welcoming, helpful staff.
Amenities
Rooftop terrace with Empire State Building views, a seasonal rooftop bar, fitness room, refreshment pantry and Black Tap restaurant. Continental breakfast is available separately.
Fees and surprises
Published facility fee: $30 plus tax per room daily. Nearby garage parking: $65 plus tax per 24 hours for a standard vehicle, without in/out privileges. Incidental deposit: $250 per stay.

Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Expedia. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.

The location

45 W 35th St, New York

The entrance is on West 35th Street between Fifth and Sixth avenues. Black Tap adjoins the hotel, Angelina Bakery is beside it, and Gaia is across the street. Macy’s and Herald Square anchor the western end; use the avenue crosswalks. The defining walks are 4 minutes to the Empire State Building and 9 minutes to Bryant Park.

What guests say

  • 4.4/5

    1,636 reviews on Google

The latest reviews with text, newest first.

Recent reviews

  • Anna

    5/5Sep 30, 2026
    Thank you so much, dear Kixby team, for your service and for letting us stay in the most beautiful room, 1005, in your hotel. With a view of the Empire State Building! You made our stay an unforgettable experience!
  • Shari

    4/5Sep 28, 2026
    If midtown is your preference, this is a great hotel. Rooms are spacious, updated, and roomier compared to others in the area. We had 4 ladies in a 2 room suite. One bathroom, no mirrors in the second room. BIG problem!
  • Lyrica

    5/5Sep 26, 2026
    Great hotel! Super convenient location right in the heart of midtown. Rooms were very clean and pleasant, every member of the staff I interacted with was helpful and kind, and I really appreciated the water/bubbly water/coffee station.
  • Craig

    3/5Sep 24, 2026
    Location is excellent, located on a fairly quiet street but very convenient to explore Manhattan and beyond. Rooms were just ok, I feel like there are much better options at this price point.
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Amenities

Rooftop terrace with Empire State Building views, a seasonal rooftop bar, fitness room, refreshment pantry and Black Tap restaurant. Continental breakfast is available separately.

  • Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Public internet workstation
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Room service

Good to know

Facility fee
$30 plus tax per room daily. Includes a reusable bottle, pantry coffee, tea, snacks and water refills, Wi-Fi, fitness-room access and local calls.
Nearby parking
$65 plus tax per 24 hours for a standard vehicle at Meyers Parking. No in/out privileges; entrances at 9 West 35th Street and 12 West 36th Street.
Card hold
$250 incidental deposit per stay, authorized alongside room charges, taxes and fees. Unused deposit authorization is released at departure; banks can retain the hold for 10 or more business days.
Arrival and departure
Check-in at 4:00 PM; check-out at 11:00 AM. Minimum check-in age is 21.
Breakfast
Continental buffet is sold separately, served daily at Black Tap from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Luggage storage
Available on arrival and departure days, but not overnight.
Occupancy limits
Children count toward room occupancy, additional occupants incur charges, and rollaway beds are unavailable.
Pets and smoking
Pets are not permitted; service animals are welcome. The entire property is non-smoking.

Checked Oct 28, 2026. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Guest reviews and travel times · Hotel supplier catalog.

AI-readable version · facts, comparisons and links

Kixby: from $377 for Nov 21–22, 2026, 2 adults (1 night)

From $377 total for Nov 21–22, 2026, 2 adults at Kixby on Axel (1 night), checked Nov 1, 2026.

Kixby is An independent four-star boutique hotel by Herald Square in New York, United States.

Address: 45 W 35th St, New York. Property ID: 1139367. Canonical property page: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/new-york/kixby-1139367

Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/new-york/kixby-1139367/2026-11-21/2-adults

Axel vs Expedia and Booking.com

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Dec 15 to Dec 17, 2026 · 2 nights$829$1,085 on Expedia$256 less (24%)Nov 2Select · Share this stay · Check guest price
Dec 22 to Dec 24, 2026 · 2 nights$820$932 on Expedia$112 less (12%)Nov 5Select · Share this stay · Check guest price
Jan 1 to Jan 3, 2027 · 2 nights$661$797 on Expedia$136 less (17%)Nov 2Select · Share this stay · Check guest price

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About Kixby

Axel's take: 8.7/10

It's a strong sightseeing base, provided space and silence aren't your priorities.

  • Choose it for: Helpful staff, strong housekeeping and a rooftop Empire State Building view.
  • Skip it if: You need spacious entry rooms, dependable silence or breakfast without an extra charge.

Axel's opinion of Kixby, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Expedia. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.

Room types

Room types and selected features reported for this hotel. Check your dates for availability.

Source: ETG room descriptions.

Quadruple room

Double room (full double bed)

Accessible Quadruple room

Accessible Double room (full double bed)

Family room

1 Bedroom Double Suite (full double bed)

Location

Herald Square makes this a practical base for Manhattan sightseeing.

  • The block: The entrance is on West 35th Street between Fifth and Sixth avenues. Black Tap adjoins the hotel, Angelina Bakery is beside it, and Gaia is across the street. Macy’s and Herald Square anchor the western end; use the avenue crosswalks. The defining walks are 4 minutes to the Empire State Building and 9 minutes to Bryant Park.
  • Getting around: Use 34 St–Herald Square for subway trips beyond Midtown; walking works well for nearby sights. Times Square is 13 minutes on foot. Penn Station is the useful rail gateway for airport connections: JFK via Jamaica and Newark via Newark Airport station. Taxis are convenient with luggage, but Midtown traffic makes them a poor default for sightseeing.
  • After dark: Restaurants and pubs keep the block active without Times Square’s intensity. It is still Midtown: traffic and sirens can interrupt sleep, and a quieter street does not guarantee a quiet bedroom.

Location and comparisons: Reviewed Oct 27, 2026. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Expedia.

Best areas in New York for travelers without a car

  • Herald Square & Penn Station: 8.7/10 for travelers without a car. Penn Station and Herald Square combine regional rail, numerous subway lines and walkable Midtown sights.
  • Times Square & Theater District: 8.6/10 for travelers without a car. Multiple subway corridors and Broadway on foot make changing plans easy without relying on a car.
  • Midtown East & Grand Central: 8.3/10 for travelers without a car. Grand Central’s subway and LIRR connections work well; avoid adding unnecessary walks by staying too far east.
  • Chelsea & Meatpacking District: 8.2/10 for travelers without a car. Choose near Seventh or Eighth Avenue for easier trains alongside walkable galleries, markets and the High Line.
  • Central Park South & Columbus Circle: 8.2/10 for travelers without a car. Columbus Circle’s subway lines pair with park access and manageable walks to MoMA.
  • Hell's Kitchen & Hudson Yards: 8.1/10 for travelers without a car.
  • SoHo & Greenwich Village: 7.9/10 for travelers without a car.
  • Lower Manhattan: 7.5/10 for travelers without a car.
  • Lower East Side & East Village: 7.2/10 for travelers without a car.
  • Williamsburg, Brooklyn: 5.7/10 for travelers without a car.
  • Downtown Brooklyn & DUMBO: 5.5/10 for travelers without a car.
  • Long Island City: 5.1/10 for travelers without a car. Where to stay in New York for travelers without a car

Hotels around Kixby

  • Refinery Hotel New York (West 38th Street, nearer Bryant Park). Refinery wins when: Loft-style room space and a livelier rooftop-drinks focus, with warm service. Keep Kixby when: Keep Kixby for a Herald Square base and a compact boutique stay when extra room space is not essential; Refinery also brings street-noise and worn-furnishing caveats.
  • Residence Inn by Marriott New York Manhattan/Times Square (Sixth Avenue, just south of Bryant Park). Residence Inn wins when: Kitchen-equipped accommodation and included breakfast, especially for longer stays or travelers managing meals. Keep Kixby when: Keep Kixby for boutique character, its rooftop and strong housekeeping feedback. Residence Inn's breakfast crowds, elevator queues and tired interiors are meaningful compromises.

Alternatives for the same trip

  • Aloft by Marriott Long Island City-Manhattan View (Long Island City). Aloft Long Island City wins when: Welcoming service, sociable shared spaces and Queens Plaza connections when a Queens base suits the trip. Keep Kixby when: Kixby puts Midtown sights outside the door rather than across a subway journey. Aloft also has compact rooms and traffic or train-noise caveats.
  • Penny Williamsburg (Williamsburg, Brooklyn). Penny Williamsburg wins when: A Williamsburg-centered trip, thoughtful room equipment and pet-friendly practicality. Keep Kixby when: Kixby is better for a Manhattan sightseeing itinerary and provides an on-site gym. Penny's entry rooms are also compact, so moving boroughs does not automatically buy space.

Getting around from Kixby

Travel times from Google's hotel listing; walking unless noted.

  • 34 St-Penn Station: 6 min.
  • Penn Station: 12 min.
  • LaGuardia Airport: 24 min by taxi.
  • Newark Liberty International Airport: 31 min by taxi.
  • Empire State Building: 4 min.
  • Times Square: 13 min.
  • The Museum of Modern Art: 15 min by transit.
  • Grand Central Terminal: 15 min.
  • The High Line: 20 min.
  • The Plaza: 15 min by transit.
  • Rockefeller Center: 16 min.
  • The Metropolitan Museum of Art: 32 min by transit.
  • Top of The Rock: 10 min by transit.
  • Bryant Park: 9 min.
  • Central Park: 15 min by transit.
  • Whitney Museum of American Art: 25 min by transit.

What guests say

  • Ratings: 4.4/5 (1,636 reviews).
  • Praised: Location (98% positive); Atmosphere (96% positive); Cleanliness (95% positive).
  • Complaints: Accessibility (64% negative); Sleep quality (37% negative); Room amenities (26% negative). The 50-review September 2026 sample averages 4.6/5. Eight of the 10 newest reviews praise staff or service; compact rooms and elevator delays remain caveats. Latest reviews, newest first (all reviews):
  • Anna · 5/5 · Sep 30, 2026: “Thank you so much, dear Kixby team, for your service and for letting us stay in the most beautiful room, 1005, in your hotel. With a view of the Empire State Building! You made our stay an unforgettable experience!”
  • Shari · 4/5 · Sep 28, 2026: “If midtown is your preference, this is a great hotel. Rooms are spacious, updated, and roomier compared to others in the area. We had 4 ladies in a 2 room suite. One bathroom, no mirrors in the second room. BIG problem!”
  • Lyrica · 5/5 · Sep 26, 2026: “Great hotel! Super convenient location right in the heart of midtown. Rooms were very clean and pleasant, every member of the staff I interacted with was helpful and kind, and I really appreciated the water/bubbly water/coffee station.”
  • Craig · 3/5 · Sep 24, 2026: “Location is excellent, located on a fairly quiet street but very convenient to explore Manhattan and beyond. Rooms were just ok, I feel like there are much better options at this price point.”

Good to know

  • Facility fee: $30 plus tax per room daily. Includes a reusable bottle, pantry coffee, tea, snacks and water refills, Wi-Fi, fitness-room access and local calls.
  • Nearby parking: $65 plus tax per 24 hours for a standard vehicle at Meyers Parking. No in/out privileges; entrances at 9 West 35th Street and 12 West 36th Street.
  • Card hold: $250 incidental deposit per stay, authorized alongside room charges, taxes and fees. Unused deposit authorization is released at departure; banks can retain the hold for 10 or more business days.
  • Arrival and departure: Check-in at 4:00 PM; check-out at 11:00 AM. Minimum check-in age is 21.
  • Breakfast: Continental buffet is sold separately, served daily at Black Tap from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
  • Luggage storage: Available on arrival and departure days, but not overnight.
  • Occupancy limits: Children count toward room occupancy, additional occupants incur charges, and rollaway beds are unavailable.
  • Pets and smoking: Pets are not permitted; service animals are welcome. The entire property is non-smoking.

Facts checked Oct 28, 2026. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Guest reviews and travel times · Hotel supplier catalog.

Rooms, amenities and policies

  • Rooms: Compact layouts are the principal compromise. King-room equipment includes a refrigerator, Keurig, desk, safe and USB outlets. Street noise and slow elevators recur in guest feedback.
  • Cleanliness: A clear strength: 95% of 270 cleanliness mentions are positive in the evidence, reinforced by Tripadvisor and Expedia guests praising clean rooms and housekeeping.
  • Service: The service feedback is 90% positive across 459 mentions. Expedia reviews also repeatedly describe welcoming, helpful staff.
  • Amenities: Rooftop terrace with Empire State Building views, a seasonal rooftop bar, fitness room, refreshment pantry and Black Tap restaurant. Continental breakfast is available separately.
  • Fees and surprises: Published facility fee: $30 plus tax per room daily. Nearby garage parking: $65 plus tax per 24 hours for a standard vehicle, without in/out privileges. Incidental deposit: $250 per stay.

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