Presiding over Manhattan since 1930, the Empire State Building is as emblematic of New York City as the Statue of Liberty. Observatories are installed on the 86th and 102nd floors but the experience starts at street level where craning your neck up the length of the Art Deco tower is a traveler’s rite of passage. Skip the subway and stay at one of these Manhattan Airbnbs near the Empire State Building.
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Triplex townhouse and patio in Midtown
See more photosMere blocks from Grand Central and the Empire State Building,
this three-story home was recently renovated and furnished with antiques and designer moveables. Highlights include a Steinway grand piano, Art Nouveau Tiffany lamps, and a glitzy chandelier. Rest assured, all modern gizmos and gadgets are also accounted for. The kitchen opens onto a balcony although the private roof deck steals the show.
Six guests, three bedrooms
Price: $1,036 per night
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NYC rooftop Airbnb near the Empire State Building
See more photosOnly the Chrysler Building stands between
this knockout Midtown East rental and the other Art Deco icon. Step out onto the roof deck after sundown and you’ll see the crown glittering under the twilight sky. Awesome for groups of friends, the townhouse claims four floors with a pool table in the first-floor parlor and a separate lounge on the next level.
Eight guests, five bedrooms
Price: $822 per night
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All-season NYC Airbnb with a winter igloo
See more photosCome rain, shine, or even snow –
this kooky studio has you literally covered with its heated winter igloo. This is cleared away in summer to make room for the hammock from where you can almost reach out and touch the legendary highrise. The interiors are a tad squashy but it’s a fun place to stay near the Empire State Building for a college trip.
Six guests, one bedroom (studio)
Price: $211 per night
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Premium loft suite next to Grand Central
See more photosThere’s no chance of cabin fever at this Airbnb steps from the Empire State Building: East Coast sunshine floods
the double-height studio through a gigantic tilted skylight. Remote workers will appreciate the desk, first-time sightseers will relish the prospect of a nap on the retro couch. The kitchen is pretty basic so there’s no excuse not to dine out for every meal.
Two guests, one bedroom
Price: $295 per night
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Stunning triplex with a secret garden
See more photosOne of the best Airbnbs near the Empire State Building for large groups,
this Murray Hill hideaway opens onto the kind of garden you usually only find in the suburbs. The sunny parlor is warmed by a brick fireplace whereas the lower level den is perfect for games. The skyscraper and Madison Square Park are a few minutes walk from the property.
Eleven guests, five bedrooms
Price: $850 per night
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Rooftop walk-up oasis in quiet Murray Hill
See more photosThis historic building in Midtown East is strategic for idling over to the Empire State Building and hopping on the ferry to Williamsburg. The neighborhood is calmer than most on the island yet the surrounding streets are awash with bakeries and cafes. Pick up morning bagels and enjoy them on the private roof deck with a view of the famed skyscraper.
Six guests, three bedrooms
Price: $457 per night
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Pet-friendly penthouse in Chelsea
See more photosTen minutes from the Empire State Building, this Guest Favorite Airbnb peers over Madison Square Garden.
An on-trend emerald green couch marks the heart of the home while the bedrooms roost on the upper floor of the duplex. Although compact, the kitchen is fitted with an oven, dishwasher, and coffee maker. Pups are welcome and kids will love the lair under the stairs.
Seven guests, three bedrooms
Price: $556 per night
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Swanky Airbnb with Empire State Building views
See more photosTechnically,
this Hudson Yards condo is a 25-minute walk from the tower base – but any New Yorker can do it in half the time. The payoff is unobstructed views of the Manhattan skyline and its most iconic landmarks from floor-to-ceiling windows. Complete with digital and smart controls and access to a shared pool and gym, it’s a dreamboat for modern travelers.
Six guests, two bedrooms
Price: $950 per night
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