Top Luxury Hotels in Manhattan with Easy Transit to MetLife

Updated: June 202625 min read

Many international fans traveling to the New York/New Jersey area for the World Cup want to experience the absolute peak of luxury that Manhattan has to offer. However, staying in the city can make traveling to MetLife Stadium a nightmare if you pick the wrong location. Here are the best luxury hotels that offer direct, painless transit to the game.

1. The Pendry Manhattan West

This is arguably the most strategic luxury hotel in New York City for a World Cup fan. Located in the new Manhattan West development, it is literally a 5-minute walk to Penn Station. You can wake up in a 5-star suite, walk to the train, and be inside MetLife Stadium in under 30 minutes via NJ Transit.

2. The Equinox Hotel (Hudson Yards)

Marketed as the "fittest hotel on earth," the Equinox is an ultra-luxury, health-focused hotel located right next to Penn Station. It boasts a stunning rooftop pool, unparalleled spa facilities, and river views. It is the perfect place to recover after a grueling day standing in the stadium heat.

3. The Langham, New York (Fifth Avenue)

If you want the classic, old-school New York luxury experience (shopping on Fifth Avenue, Michelin-starred dining in the lobby), The Langham is unparalleled. While it is slightly further from Penn Station, it is still a short cab ride to the transit hub.

Luxury Transit Considerations

Helicopter Transfers:
If you are staying in Manhattan, Blade offers helicopter transfers from West 30th Street directly to the Meadowlands, bypassing all traffic.
Black Car Services:
Do not rely on random Ubers. Have your hotel concierge book a dedicated black car service with a pre-arranged post-match pickup location.