Hotels Near the Javits Center: Where to Stay in Hudson Yards & Midtown West

Last updated: October 10, 2026 · By Ronen, Stay Near The Venue

The Javits Center is at 655 West 34th Street on Manhattan’s Far West Side, next to Hudson Yards. It hosts big events like New York Comic Con and the auto show.

Quick answer: stay in Hudson Yards or Midtown West to walk in 5–10 minutes, or near Penn Station for easy train connections.

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Hotels near the Javits Center

• Equinox Hotel New York – about a 4-minute walk, luxury in Hudson Yards.
• Courtyard Manhattan/Midtown West – about 6 minutes on foot.
• Aloft Manhattan/Times Square South – about 6 minutes on foot.
• Pendry Manhattan West – about 8 minutes, upscale.
• Hilton Garden Inn New York/West 35th Street – about 10 minutes.
• Pod Times Square – about 10 minutes, a budget pick.

Getting there

The Javits Center takes up several blocks along 11th Avenue, with the main entrance at 429 11th Avenue and the North Building at 445 11th Avenue. Because it sits on the far west edge of Manhattan, how you arrive matters more than usual on show days.

• 7 train: 34 St–Hudson Yards is the closest subway station, right at the west end of the line.
• Penn Station area (34 St–Penn Station): the A, C and E at 8th Avenue and the 1, 2 and 3 at 7th Avenue stop here, along with Long Island Rail Road, Amtrak and NJ Transit. Expect a 10–15 minute walk west or a short bus ride.
• Grand Central–42 St: a good option if you come in on Metro-North, then take the 7 train west or the M42 crosstown bus.
• Buses: the M34, M42, M50, M12 and M11 serve the center, and the M42 runs 24 hours.
• Ferry: NY Waterway runs from New Jersey to a terminal about a block from the Javits Center, which can be quicker than the train if you are staying across the Hudson.
• Taxi and rideshare: the dedicated drop-off is at the corner of 38th Street and 11th Avenue.
• Citi Bike: there is a station at 34th Street and 11th Avenue.

The official visitor page lists these routes at javitscenter.com; check it before a big show in case of service changes.

Which area to stay in

Hudson Yards and Manhattan West are the most convenient: you can walk to the show in minutes, and the neighborhood has restaurants and shops within a short stroll. The trade-off is price, since this is among the more expensive parts of the city.

Penn Station and Midtown West are the best value for transit access. If you are arriving by train from New Jersey, Long Island or along the Amtrak corridor, staying here saves a transfer, and you can walk or catch a bus to the center.

Times Square and Hell’s Kitchen are good if you want evenings out. You will usually take the 7 train, a crosstown bus or a 15-minute walk west, but you will have far more restaurant and nightlife choices than around the center itself.

Parking near the Javits Center

Most visitors do better without a car in Manhattan, but if you drive, the center says there is plenty of off-site parking within walking distance. Garages listed by NYC Tourism include 501 W. 41st St. (open 24 hours), 515 W. 36th St. and 407 W. 39th St., plus 350 W. 37th St. and 350 W. 42nd St. Hours vary by garage, and rates are not published consistently, so confirm the price on arrival or book ahead with a parking app before a major show.

Major events at the Javits Center, 2026–27

Rates and availability around the center change with the event calendar. These dates are from the venue’s published schedule at the time of writing and can change, so confirm with the organizer.

• New York Comic Con: October 8–11, 2026
• Greenbuild International Conference and Expo: October 20–23, 2026
• ISC West Expo: November 3–5, 2026
• Greater New York Dental Meeting: November 27–December 1, 2026
• NRF Retail’s Big Show: January 10–12, 2027
• New York Boat Show: January 20–24, 2027
• NY NOW: January 31–February 2, 2027
• Toyfair New York: February 20–23, 2027
• New York International Auto Show: March 26–April 4, 2027
• Summer Fancy Food Show: July 25–27, 2027

Tips for show days

• Book early for the big shows. Comic Con, NRF and the auto show push rates up across Midtown, so reserve as soon as your dates are set and choose a free-cancellation rate when you can.
• Arrive early on day one. Registration and security lines are longest in the first hour.
• Plan the return trip. Subway platforms at 34 St–Hudson Yards and the surrounding buses get busy when a large show lets out, so a short walk toward Penn Station can be faster.
• Wear comfortable shoes. The halls are large, and the walk between buildings adds up over a multi-day show.

How to choose your base for a Javits Center show

The right neighborhood for a convention depends on how you plan to spend the days. If you will be on the show floor from morning until evening, a short and predictable commute matters more than anything else, and that points you toward the west side of Manhattan or to an area with a direct subway line. If you will be meeting clients for dinner, being near Midtown restaurants and offices can matter more than being within walking distance of the hall.

Compare the commute at the actual times you will travel, not at midday. Early-morning and late-afternoon trips can be much slower on crowded surface streets, and a subway or a walk is often more reliable than a car in New York. Look at the route from the hotel to the nearest subway entrance, check whether you would have to change trains, and think about what you will carry. A laptop bag, a coat and a few brochures feel very different at the end of a long day than they did in the morning.

Booking and cancellation tips for busy New York weeks

New York hotel demand spikes during large conventions, fashion weeks and major holidays, and rates for the same room can change dramatically across a single week. Check the dates of your event, and also look at what else is happening in the city at the same time, since overlapping events can tighten availability near the center. Booking soon after you register for a show is usually wise.

Choose free-cancellation rates when you can, and note the exact deadline. Exhibitors often change travel plans when a show date or booth assignment shifts, and a flexible booking protects you. If you are traveling with colleagues, decide in advance whether you need adjoining rooms or the same hotel, and book at the same time so the group can stay together. Review the total price carefully, including taxes and any daily charges the property adds.

Practical tips for exhibitors and long show days

If you are exhibiting, ask the hotel in advance whether it can accept or hold shipped materials, and confirm what its policy is for luggage storage after checkout. Pack comfortable, broken-in shoes, because convention halls involve far more walking than most people expect. Bring a portable charger and a refillable water bottle, and plan where you will eat, since food lines inside large venues can be long at midday.

Build a buffer into every morning. Security, badge pickup and queues at entrances can add time, especially on the first day of a major show. If you are attending rather than exhibiting, review the exhibitor list and the schedule the night before, mark the sessions that matter, and leave gaps for the unexpected. At the end of the day, a quiet hotel room and a decent breakfast matter more than a fashionable lobby, so read recent reviews with attention to noise, bedding and wifi quality.

Javits Center: entrances, subway, buses and ferry

According to the Javits Center’s getting-here page, the main entrance is at 429 11th Avenue and the North Javits entrance is at 445 11th Avenue, both in New York, NY 10001. The closest subway stop is 34th Street/Hudson Yards on the 7 line. Penn Station (A, C, E, 1, 2, 3, B, D, F, N, Q, R, plus Long Island Rail Road, Amtrak, NJ Transit and PATH) and Grand Central connect by bus or a longer walk.

The page lists the M34, M42, M50, M12 and M11 buses, with the M42 running around the clock and the M99 and Bx99 serving overnight routes. NY Waterway ferries from across the Hudson stop about one block from the center. Taxis and rideshares have a dedicated drop-off at the corner of 38th Street and 11th Avenue, and there is a Citi Bike station at 34th Street and 11th Avenue. Confirm current details on the official site before you travel.

How we checked this guide

The “Last updated” date at the top of this page is when we last reviewed it end to end.

• Parking rates, shuttle fees and transport times are taken from the port’s, venue’s or operator’s own published pages and from each hotel’s own website — not from aggregator sites.
• Distances and journey times are the figures the venue or transit operator publishes, not our estimates. Where we give a distance, we say what it is measured to.
• Hotel amenities (breakfast, shuttle hours, pet and parking policies) come from each hotel’s own site. These change more often than anything else here, so confirm them when you book.
• Room rates are deliberately not listed anywhere on this site. They move daily, and a price written one month is wrong the next. Our links take you to live pricing instead.
• We have not stayed at every hotel we write about. Where we contacted a property directly, the guide says so and gives the date. Where a figure comes from a third-party report rather than an official source, we say that too.

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FAQ

What subway goes to the Javits Center?

The 7 train to 34 St–Hudson Yards stops closest to the Javits Center.

Is the Javits Center walkable from Times Square?

It is about a 15–20 minute walk from Times Square, depending on where you start. Most visitors take the 7 train to 34 St–Hudson Yards or the M42 or M34 bus instead.

Is there a ferry to the Javits Center?

Yes. NY Waterway runs ferries across the Hudson River to a terminal about a block from the center, which can be convenient if you are staying in New Jersey.

Where do taxis and rideshares drop off at the Javits Center?

At the dedicated drop-off at the corner of 38th Street and 11th Avenue.

Does the Javits Center have its own parking?

The center points visitors to nearby garages within walking distance. Rates vary by garage and event, so check before you go.

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