Places to Stay Near Longacre Theatre

Longacre Theatre is a Broadway house at 220 West 48th Street in New York, close to Times Square and many Theater District hotels. Choosing a place to stay nearby mainly comes down to how short you want your walk to the show to be and how much time you plan to spend around Times Square versus other parts of the city. The hotels listed on this page are in New York and commonly used by visitors who want to be within walking distance of Broadway venues rather than commuting in from another neighborhood.

Hotels very close to the Longacre Theatre

Several well-known hotels in New York’s Times Square area place you a short walk from Longacre Theatre. These are practical if you want to drop bags at your room shortly before curtain time or return quickly after a late show.

• Hyatt Regency Times SquareTimes Square hotel in New York, within walking distance of the Theater District and Longacre Theatre.
• The Gallivant Times SquareHotel in New York’s Times Square area, convenient for walking to Longacre Theatre and nearby Broadway houses.
• The Hotel Edison NYCNew York hotel near Times Square, close enough to walk to Longacre Theatre and other West 40s stages.

More Times Square–area hotel options

If the closest Times Square hotels are unavailable for your dates, there are additional New York properties in the same general area that still keep you within a reasonable walk of Longacre Theatre. These can work well if you want to stay near Broadway but are comparing different corners of the neighborhood or specific brands.

• Hilton Garden InnHilton Garden Inn property in New York, located in the Times Square area with walking access to Longacre Theatre.
• Cambria HotelCambria Hotel in New York, positioned near Times Square and the Theater District for an easy walk to Longacre Theatre.
• MayfairNew York hotel in the Broadway area, close enough to reach Longacre Theatre on foot.

How to choose a hotel by location alone

Because all of the listed hotels are in New York near Times Square, the main location difference for a Longacre Theatre visit is how close you want to be to the blocks around West 48th Street. Properties that identify specifically with Times Square or the Theater District generally put you on streets that many Broadway visitors use to walk to evening performances. Hotels a bit farther within Midtown can still be walkable, but you may spend a few more minutes on busy sidewalks before and after the show. When comparing options, look at each hotel’s specific cross streets and walking directions to 220 West 48th Street so you know which route you would take on show night.

Restaurants, cafes, and attractions near your hotel and the theatre

Staying near Longacre Theatre also places you close to a cluster of dining spots and well-known attractions. This can help you decide whether to build in time for a pre-show meal, coffee, or sightseeing near your hotel. Very close to the theatre you will find cafes such as Masseria Caffe & Bakery and Starbucks, bars including Hurley's, Rum House, and Lillie‘s, and restaurants like Da Marino, An'nam, Buffalo Wild Wings, The Harrison Restaurant & Bar, Friedman's, Gui Steakhouse, and Dos Caminos. Major nearby attractions include Times Square itself, the Museum of Broadway, the Times Square Ball, and several small parks and public art pieces such as Francis P. Duffy, McGraw-Hill Park, Ramone Aponte Park, McCaffrey Playground, Paparazzi Dogman and Rabbitwoman, McGraw-Hill Sun Triangle, Young Elephant, Hope, and Ripley's Believe It or Not!. If you choose a hotel in the Times Square area, you will be able to walk from your room to these spots and to Longacre Theatre without needing additional transportation.

What to confirm with your hotel before booking

Because each property sets its own policies, you will need to check certain details directly with the hotel before you finalize a reservation. These include room types, accessibility features, check-in and check-out times, whether they offer any on-site or nearby parking arrangements, and their current policies on deposits, payment methods, and changes or cancellations. If you plan to walk to Longacre Theatre for an evening performance, it is also worth confirming the hotel’s exact address and asking the front desk for typical walking directions to 220 West 48th Street so you know which streets you will use. For late-night returns, verify any key card or lobby access procedures that might affect how you re-enter the hotel after the show.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which hotels are closest to Longacre Theatre?

Hotels in New York’s Times Square and Theater District that are convenient for walking to Longacre Theatre include Hyatt Regency Times Square, The Gallivant Times Square, The Hotel Edison NYC, Hilton Garden Inn, Cambria Hotel, and Mayfair. All of these are located in New York near Times Square, so you can expect a walk from your room to the blocks around 220 West 48th Street rather than needing to travel in from another neighborhood. For exact walking times, check each hotel’s address and map a route to the theatre.

Can I easily walk from Times Square hotels to Longacre Theatre?

Yes. Longacre Theatre is near Times Square, and the hotels listed on this page are New York properties in that same general area. Guests at Hyatt Regency Times Square, The Gallivant Times Square, The Hotel Edison NYC, Hilton Garden Inn, Cambria Hotel, and Mayfair can typically plan on walking to the theatre along Midtown streets rather than relying on additional transit for the final leg. Always confirm the exact route from your specific hotel to 220 West 48th Street so you know how long the walk will take.

How should I choose between Times Square hotels for a Longacre Theatre visit?

Since the listed hotels are all in New York near Times Square, your choice mainly comes down to how close you want to be to West 48th Street, your preferred hotel brand, and what you plan to do before and after the show. If you want the shortest walk to the theatre and nearby attractions like Times Square and the Museum of Broadway, focus on properties that identify directly with the Times Square or Theater District area. If you are comfortable with a slightly longer walk through Midtown, you can broaden your search to other nearby blocks. For everything else, such as room types and amenities, review each hotel’s own information.

Do hotels near Longacre Theatre include parking or breakfast?

Policies on parking, breakfast, and other amenities vary by property, even among hotels close to Longacre Theatre. Some Times Square–area hotels may work with nearby garages or offer packages that include breakfast, while others may not. Because these details change over time, you should check each hotel’s official description or contact them directly to confirm what is included in your rate and what additional fees, if any, apply.

What should I double-check with my hotel before an evening show at Longacre Theatre?

Before show day, confirm your hotel’s exact address, the walking route and approximate time to reach 220 West 48th Street, check-in time so you know whether you can access your room before heading to the theatre, and any policies about late-night re-entry to the building. If you are driving into Midtown, also ask how they handle parking, such as whether they use a nearby garage or valet service. This helps you avoid surprises and plan enough time to get from your room to your seat before the curtain rises.