Every hotel on this list sits within 1 mile of Madison Square Garden at 4 Pennsylvania Plaza, Midtown Manhattan. Hotels are ranked by walking distance first, then star rating, then verified sustainability credentials. All five are bookable, full-service properties that travelers would choose for a real stay, not just proximity.
How this list was built
Walking distance to Madison Square Garden drove every placement decision. Hotels within the same 0.1-mile range were then separated by star rating, with higher-rated properties ranked above lower-rated ones. Where star ratings matched, verified sustainability credentials moved a hotel up. Walking times use a 3 mph pace (0.05 miles per minute) and reflect street-level routes, not straight-line distances.
Hotels near Madison Square Garden at a glance
| Hotel | Stars | Walk to MSG | Sustainability |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Yorker Hotel, Wyndham Grand | 4 | 3 min / 0.15 mi | None verified |
| Hotel Pennsylvania | 3 | 4 min / 0.2 mi | None verified |
| Pendry Manhattan West | 5 | 6 min / 0.3 mi | None verified |
| Marriott New York at the Brooklyn Bridge | 4 | 8 min / 0.4 mi | Marriott Serve360 program |
| Hilton New York Midtown | 4 | 10 min / 0.5 mi | Hilton CleanStay + LightStay tracking |
Before you book: a few practical notes
- Event nights at MSG push hotel rates up across the board. Check the MSG calendar before comparing prices.
- The 1/2/3 subway lines stop at 34th Street–Penn Station, one block from MSG. You can reach most of Manhattan in under 20 minutes from there.
- If you need parking, confirm availability directly with the hotel. Midtown Manhattan garages fill fast on event nights and daily rates can exceed $60.
- We have a separate page for hotels near Times Square if you want more options in the 34th–42nd Street corridor.
Best hotels near Madison Square Garden: full details
The five hotels below cover a range of budgets and styles, from a historic 4-star property steps from Penn Station to a 5-star newcomer on Manhattan West. Each entry includes verified amenities, the nearest subway stop, and a street-level walking route so you know what to expect when you arrive.
The hotels
New Yorker by Lotte Hotels
481 Eighth Avenue, New York
7.819,833 reviews
2 min walk to 34th Street–Penn Station (1/2/3/A/C/E)
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Pendry Manhattan West
438 West 33rd Street, New York
9.8326 reviews
4 min walk to 34th Street–Hudson Yards (7)
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AC Hotel by Marriott New York Downtown
151 MAIDEN LANE, New York
8.52,036 reviews
Marriott Serve360Marriott's Serve360 program tracks energy, water, and waste reduction across all properties, with reported targets for carbon reduction through 2025 and beyond
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New York Hilton Midtown
1335 Avenue of Americas, New York
7.42,931 reviews
Hilton LightStayHilton's LightStay system measures energy, water, and waste performance at the property level, and the hotel participates in Hilton CleanStay, which reduces single-use plastics and tracks housekeeping resource use
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Frequently asked questions
Which hotel is closest to Madison Square Garden?＋
The New Yorker Hotel at 481 8th Avenue sits about 0.15 miles from MSG, which works out to a 3-minute walk. You exit onto 8th Avenue, head one block south, and cross to the 7th Avenue entrance.
Are there any 5-star hotels within walking distance of MSG?＋
Pendry Manhattan West at 438 W 33rd Street is the closest 5-star option, about 0.3 miles away (a 6-minute walk heading east on 33rd Street). It opened as part of the Manhattan West development and includes a spa, rooftop bar, and full-service restaurant.
Which hotels near MSG have verified sustainability programs?＋
Two hotels on this list have verified programs. New York Hilton Midtown uses Hilton's LightStay system to track energy, water, and waste at the property level, and also participates in Hilton CleanStay. The Marriott New York at the Brooklyn Bridge operates under Marriott's Serve360 program, which sets published targets for carbon and resource reduction.
What subway lines serve Madison Square Garden?＋
The 1, 2, and 3 trains stop at 34th Street–Penn Station, which sits directly below MSG. The A, C, and E trains also stop there. The B, D, F, M, N, Q, R, and W lines stop at 34th Street–Herald Square, about a 5-minute walk east on 34th Street.
Is parking available at hotels near MSG?＋
The New Yorker Hotel and New York Hilton Midtown both offer valet parking. Pendry Manhattan West also provides valet. On event nights at MSG, street parking is scarce and nearby garages fill fast, so confirming your reservation in advance with the hotel is worth doing.
What is the best mid-range hotel near Madison Square Garden?＋
Hotel Pennsylvania at 401 7th Avenue is the most affordable full-service option on this list. At 3 stars and 0.2 miles from MSG, it sits directly across 33rd Street from the arena and offers gym access, a restaurant, and meeting rooms without the premium pricing of the 4- and 5-star properties nearby.
