Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza

About Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza

This hotel suits couples, families and business travelers who want a Midtown East address near the United Nations district and Grand Central Terminal. Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza stands at 1 United Nations Plaza, with Times Square and the Central Park edge about 1 mile (1.6 km) away in a straight line. The 4-star rating and supplier's guest score of 4.0 out of 5 from 3923 reviews give a clear starting point. Bookings open in the IMPT app.

The stay is a full-service city hotel rather than a small guesthouse: 4-star, with a broad facilities list and a Midtown East setting. The supplier's guest score is 4.0 out of 5 from 3923 reviews, a figure to read as a supplier average rather than a personal recommendation. Couples can use it as a base for theater evenings, families for Central Park days, and business travelers for meetings around the United Nations and Grand Central. Confirm room details and current policies with the property before booking.

Rooms and listed facilities

The listed facilities cover practical needs for couples, families, business travelers and late arrivals. Air conditioning, wifi and internet access help in summer and for remote work, while the fitness center and spa support a routine. Breakfast is listed for early starts, and laundry service helps longer stays. Family rooms and cots are listed, so families can ask about bedding and capacity. Late arrivals can use the 24-hour front desk, 24-hour security and luggage storage. Parking, valet parking, lifts and a safe are listed. Confirm room type, accessibility needs and current service details with the property.

The setting

Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza occupies 1 United Nations Plaza in Midtown East, on the east side of Midtown Manhattan. The United Nations district and the East River edge shape the immediate setting, while Grand Central Terminal is about 0.4 miles (0.7 km) away in a straight line. Times Square and the Central Park edge at Fifth Avenue and 59th Street are each about 1 mile (1.6 km) away in a straight line. Observation decks are about 0.4 miles (0.7 km) away. Use the address for vehicle drop-offs and check walking routes.

Location and neighborhood

Midtown East covers the blocks east of Fifth Avenue between roughly 42nd and 59th Streets, with Turtle Bay running north from the low 40s toward the Queensboro Bridge. Office towers, consulates and apartment blocks share the sidewalks with churches, small parks and a steady flow of commuters. The United Nations occupies the East River edge at the district's southern end, and Grand Central Terminal anchors the area to the west at 42nd Street and Park Avenue. Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza puts you within walking distance of both, and the numbered grid makes it hard to lose your bearings.

Street life here follows a schedule: busy at commuter hours, calmer at weekends and in the early evening. Tudor City's brick apartments stand on the rise above 42nd Street, and the Chrysler Building's steel crown shows above the rooftops to the south. East of Third Avenue the blocks grow quieter and more residential, with river views opening at the end of the cross streets. Spring and autumn are the mildest seasons for walking, while summer heat and winter cold push more of the day indoors. From Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza, Fifth Avenue and the Theater District are a reasonable walk or a short ride.

Getting there and around

Grand Central Terminal, around 0.4 miles (0.7 km) from Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza, handles commuter trains and several subway lines; Penn Station and the Port Authority Bus Terminal sit a short ride west. The area center lies around 1 mile (1.6 km) from the door, and the airports are around 13 miles (20.2 km) out, typically 45 to 75 minutes from Midtown by road and rail depending on traffic and connections. The subway runs all day and night, and fares are paid by tapping a contactless card or phone at the turnstile. Check current service changes with the transit authority before a late trip. Congestion pricing applies to vehicles entering Manhattan below 60th Street.

Nearby sights and food

Grand Central Terminal is the natural first stop: the main concourse, the painted ceiling and the acoustics of the Whispering Gallery reward a slow walk even on a rushed day. The Chrysler Building rises a block east, and the United Nations complex faces the East River along First Avenue, with guided visits arranged through the UN. Observation decks across Midtown give long views north to Central Park and south to the harbor; check hours and book ahead for sunset slots. The Museum of Modern Art sits west of Fifth Avenue, and Broadway's houses lie a few blocks northwest.

Lunch in Midtown East moves fast. Delis and salad counters feed office workers, Japanese, Korean, Thai and Indian kitchens cluster on the side streets, and steakhouses and seafood rooms fill the ground floors of the larger buildings. Turtle Bay adds small Italian and Mexican places, Irish pubs and coffee bars that stay open through the afternoon, while the blocks near the United Nations lean international. Expect queues at peak weekday hours and quieter tables after 8 pm. Reservations help for dinner, especially near the Theater District before curtain.

A day from Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza

Begin early at Grand Central Terminal, before the commuter rush fills the concourse, then follow 42nd Street west for a look at the Chrysler Building's crown from the street outside. Mid-morning suits the Museum of Modern Art; pick a few galleries rather than trying to see everything. Break for lunch on a side street near Rockefeller Center, then walk north through Midtown to the edge of Central Park. Ride back south for an observation deck before sunset if the sky is clear. Finish with an early dinner in Turtle Bay and an evening curtain in the Theater District. Book timed entries ahead.

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Facilities listed by the supplier

As listed by the booking supplier; a facility not listed here may still exist. Confirm anything important with the property.

• 24 Hour Front Desk
• 24-hour security
• Air conditioning
• Alarm clock
• Banquet
• Snack bar
• Bars
• Bath
• Bathroom
• Breakfast
• Buffet
• Cleaning
• Coffee
• Crib
• Desk
• Express check in
• Family rooms
• First aid
• Fitness Center
• Garage
• Hairdryer
• Housekeeping
• Internet access
• Iron and board
• Laundry Service
• Elevators
• Luggage storage
• Non smoking rooms
• Parking
• Radio
• Refrigerator
• Safe
• Security Features
• Shower
• Smoke detector
• Spa
• TV
• Telephone
• Tennis court
• Toiletries