Editorial take
Who should book The Langham, New York, Fifth Avenue?
If this is your first New York trip, shortlist The Langham, New York, Fifth Avenue for a practical reason: Space, quiet luxury, couples, longer stays. The name, star rating and lobby photos matter, but the real test is whether the location helps your days feel easier.
It is less compelling if you want a historic building, nightlife or budget rates. Before booking from the UK, compare the final price after taxes and property fees, check the exact room setup and make sure your airport arrival route is not needlessly awkward.
Location and map
Where is The Langham, New York, Fifth Avenue?
Fifth Avenue at 36th Street is a quiet, central stretch, walkable to Bryant Park, the Empire State Building and Grand Central without the Times Square crowds.
Nearby
The Empire State Building, Bryant Park, the New York Public Library, Koreatown and Madison Square Park.
Closest subway
34 St-Herald Sq and 42 St-Bryant Park
Hotel facts
What to know before booking.
First-timer context
Why The Langham, New York, Fifth Avenue might feel special.
What it is known for
- The hotel occupies floors four to sixteen of 400 Fifth Avenue, an 80-storey tower completed in 2010, and opened in 2013.
- Its guest rooms are among the largest in the city, with oversized marble bathrooms and floor-to-ceiling glass.
- The position on Fifth Avenue puts Bryant Park to the north and the Empire State Building to the south, both within a few minutes' walk.
New York moments
- The Langham brand traces back to the original Langham in London, one of Europe's first grand hotels.
On screen
- A modern tower with no film history; the room sizes and the Fifth Avenue address are the selling points.
Review questions
What travellers keep asking.
Are the rooms really among the largest in New York?
They are consistently cited as such, and the difference is noticeable against comparably priced luxury hotels. For a longer stay or a family, that space changes the trip.
Is Fifth Avenue at 36th Street central enough?
Yes for most itineraries. Bryant Park, the Empire State Building and Grand Central are walkable, and the subway at Herald Square covers the rest of the city.
Booking checklist
Check these before you reserve.
Total price
Look beyond the nightly rate. Check taxes, destination fees, breakfast and cancellation.
Room layout
For New York, room size, bathroom privacy, bed type and storage can matter more than star rating.
Arrival route
Match the hotel to your airport, luggage and arrival time, especially after an overnight UK flight.
Sources and update notes
Last updated: 17 August 2026. Hotel rates, fees, rules and transport details can change.