Why stay here
Penn Station is the New York hub for Amtrak, the Long Island Rail Road and NJ Transit, and NJ Transit trains run from it to Newark Airport. If you arrive by rail, a hotel close to Penn means a short walk with luggage and an easy start. The Garden's concerts, basketball, hockey and other events are above the station.
Who it suits
Event-goers who want to walk home after the Garden, travellers using Newark Airport or arriving by train, and visitors who want Midtown within reach without paying Times Square prices for every night.
The hotels
Hotels closest to Penn Station.
| Hotel | Walk to Penn Station | Best for | Breakfast rate | Free cancellation | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renaissance New York Midtown Hotel Garment District, $$$ | 7 min 0.5 km | Events at MSG, Penn Station trips, shopping, practical Midtown | Not shown | Yes | Check availability Running guide |
| The New Yorker Hotel Garment District, $$ | 7 min 0.5 km | Value, Penn Station departures, Art Deco and Tesla interest | Yes | Yes | Check availability Running guide |
| Cambria Hotel New York - Chelsea Chelsea, $$$ | 7 min 0.5 km | Value, rooftop views, central location, short breaks | Not shown | Yes | Check availability Running guide |
| Moxy NYC Times Square Garment District, $$ | 8 min 0.6 km | Friends, short breaks, budget-conscious central stays | Not shown | Yes | Check availability Running guide |
| INNSiDE by Melia New York Nomad Chelsea, $$$ | 8 min 0.6 km | Value, terraces, central location, business trips | Yes | Yes | Check availability Running guide |
| Moxy NYC Chelsea Chelsea, $$$ | 8 min 0.6 km | Couples, rooftop bars, short stays, value in a central spot | Not shown | Yes | Check availability Running guide |
| Virgin Hotels New York City NoMad, $$$ | 8 min 0.6 km | Pool access, groups, modern rooms, summer trips | Not shown | Yes | Check availability Running guide |
| EVEN Hotel New York - Times Square South Garment District, $$ | 9 min 0.6 km | Fitness-minded travellers, Penn Station and MSG, value | Yes | Yes | Check availability Running guide |
| MADE Hotel NoMad, $$$ | 9 min 0.7 km | Couples, design, rooftop bars, restaurants | Not shown | Yes | Check availability Running guide |
| Ace Hotel New York NoMad, $$$ | 10 min 0.7 km | Design, solo travellers, repeat visitors, restaurants | Yes | Yes | Check availability Running guide |
| Staypineapple, An Artful Hotel, Midtown New York Garment District, $$ | 10 min 0.8 km | Value, families, Madison Square Garden events, Penn Station trips | Not shown | Yes | Check availability Running guide |
| Pendry Manhattan West Hudson Yards, $$$$ | 10 min 0.8 km | Modern luxury, train connections, quieter evenings | Yes | Yes | Check availability Running guide |
Breakfast and free-cancellation columns show whether at least one rate with that feature was offered on Booking.com for a sample stay (10 to 13 February 2027, two adults, read on 7 November 2026). "Not shown" can also mean the hotel had no rooms on those dates. Rates and rules vary by room and date, so check yours.
Walking times are calculated along walkable streets and are a guide.
Trade-offs
What to weigh up.
- The streets around Penn Station are busy, especially before and after events at the Garden. Check the event calendar for your dates.
- Some hotels here sit between Penn Station and Times Square rather than right beside the station. Use the walking time in the table, not just the street name.
- Penn Station itself is a large, busy transport hub. Allow time to find your platform and your exit.
Questions
Common questions.
Is it a good idea to stay near Penn Station?
It works well if you arrive by train, use Newark Airport, or are going to an event at Madison Square Garden. Walking time to the station is shown for each hotel below.
Which hotel is closest to Madison Square Garden?
In our table the shortest walking times are listed first. The Garden is directly above Penn Station, so a short walk to the station is a short walk to the arena.
How do I get from Penn Station to Newark Airport?
NJ Transit trains run from Penn Station to the Newark Airport rail station, where you change to the AirTrain. Check the current NJ Transit timetable and fares before you travel.
Keep reading
Related guides.
Sources and update notes
Hotel rates, fees, rules and transport details can change.