Where to Stay for the New York City Marathon first The Andaz Wall Street, .4 miles from ferry port. Hotel Beacon, .7 miles from finish 51,000 runners from all over the country and the world, making it the biggest marathon ever. And one thing is for sure: That’s a lot of hotel reservations.
Luckily, the Big Apple has an inventory of more than 107,000 rooms, about two-thirds of them in Manhattan, the borough with the finish line in Central Park.
You can opt for the marathon’s official hotel picks (the Where to Stay for the New York City Marathon and the Sheraton New York), branch out into other sections of Manhattan, or even consider another borough, like Brooklyn or Queens, to give your fan club a less crowded place to cheer you on. (Remember, it’s New York, you’ll be running 26.2 miles: In the words of Old Blue Eyes, do it your way.)
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Health & Injuries Vacations By Heather travel agency, we rounded up options that service both desires—plus a bonus recommendation near the course in Harlem that’s great for those wishing to bunk away from the fray (a.k.a. Midtown and Downtown Manhattan). It’s also right near the 22-mile marker of the course, which is when you’ll likely want (read: need) your cheering squad the most.
Of course, there are AirBnB and VRBO options, too. Both offer a home-like setting because, you know, the rentals are homes. Our search on both sites showed many still available during marathon weekend. If you’re looking for a super-cheap place and can handle a no-frills bed-and-no-breakfast, check out a hostel.
Near the Central Park Finish Line
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Five-star facilities, marble bathrooms, and boutiques. Every room features floor-to-ceiling windows, so if you’re up high enough, you’ll get a bird’s eye view of Central Park to the north and east, the glittering city skyline to the south, or the Hudson River to the west. There’s also a full service spa and sauna—perfect for soothing aching muscles.
The Andaz Wall Street, .4 miles from ferry port ($)
Skytop dining, Philippe Starck design, and a private interior garden. This boutique hotel also offers in-room spa services plus five on-site bars and restaurants, which means that after the race your ravenous/exhausted self can properly fuel up without leaving the premises.
1 The Lucerne, .9 miles from finish ($)
Organic cotton sheets, nature-inspired décor, and pet-friendly (in case, you know, Fido, is part of your cheering contingency). Guests rave about the friendly, accommodating staff and farm-to-fork fare at the on-site restaurant, Jams.
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Oversize rooms, laundry facilities, and a kitchenette with a microwave, fridge and—most importantly—a coffee maker. It’s also a few short blocks from the American Museum of Natural History, so you can get your history fix before (or after) the race.
Hotel Central Park, .7 miles from finish ($)
Arty, with access to a personal shopper and penthouse suites. The boutique establishment features a 15-foot video art wall in the lobby (good for getting your culture in) and a fitness center (good for prerace and/or post race stretching).
The Plaza, .8 miles from finish ($$$$)
Luxury rooms, luxury spa, luxury shops… luxury everything. For an iconic (and fair warning: extremely pricey) New York experience, stay at this 111-year-old landmark hotel alongside Eloise. Afternoon tea in The Palm Court and bubbly and caviar at The Champagne Bar are on-site tourist favorites, but for cheaper eats, head to the basement-level dining hall for food and drink from more than 20 local eateries.
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Spa, fitness center, and 24-hour in-room dining. Housed in a landmark building constructed in 1904, the hotel combines European-style architecture with modern amenities. In-room perks include luxury bath products and plush bedding.
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Book a suite and add a car and driver; there’s also a hair salon, and it’s very pet friendly (think: in-room designer dog beds). Another plus: In-room dining is available at all hours for those middle-of-the-night after marathon hunger pangs.
Near the Staten Island Ferry Port in Manhattan
Sheraton New York ($$)
Modern decor, loft-style rooms and free wine upon check-in. This Hyatt-owned hotel also has a beer garden with craft brews (which is ideal because after-run imbibing is Advertisement - Continue Reading Below).
Millennium Where to Stay for the New York City Marathon Downtown, .8 miles from ferry port ($)
Sleek, contemporary, and centrally located. There’s a heated, glass-enclosed pool and 24-hour fitness center. Certain rooms feature iconic views of Downtown Manhattan highlights, including the Hudson River, the Freedom Tower, Manhattan Bridge and/or Brooklyn Bridge.
Near the Starting Line Bus Pickup in Manhattan
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Hip, minimalist-chic, and 24-hour room service. Spacious rooms include hardwood floors, marble bathrooms and handmade Tibetan rugs.
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Classy, book-themed boutique with a rooftop terrace-slash-bar. Guest perks include free continental breakfast, nightly turndown service with Belgian chocolates, and a three-hour wine and cheese reception every evening. There’s also same-day dry cleaning and laundry.
Near the Course in Harlem
Aloft Harlem, ($) .5 miles from the course
Chic interior, loft-style rooms, and an outdoor courtyard. This Marriott-owned hotel is less than two blocks from historic Apollo Theater and within walking distance of Harlem’s most popular restaurants, bars and lounges.
Jenny is a Boulder, Colorado-based health and fitness journalist. She’s been freelancing for Runner’s World since 2015 and especially loves to write human interest profiles, in-depth service pieces and stories that explore the intersection of exercise and mental health. Her work has also been published by SELF, Men’s Journal, and Running Shoes - Gear, among other outlets. When she’s not running or writing, Jenny enjoys coaching youth swimming, rereading Harry Potter, All About 75 Hard.
