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New York City Marathon 2026
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Sun, 1 Nov 2026 · Athletics

Hotels for New York City Marathon 2026

In Midtown Manhattan, New York on Sun, 1 Nov 2026. 146 hotels within 3km — book close and walk back after the show.

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About New York City Marathon 2026

The NYC Marathon brings 50,000 runners and hundreds of thousands of spectators to New York City's streets every November. Where you stay determines how easily you can reach the start, cheer from key points along the route, and navigate the city's controlled marathon day logistics.

Where to stay nearby

Running or watching the New York City Marathon requires a base close enough to beat early-morning crowds and navigate restricted streets. The three nearest towns offer distinct advantages: stay in Midtown Manhattan itself for walking-distance convenience, in a vibrant neighborhood just a few kilometers south, or across the river in New Jersey for budget-friendly options and easier highway access.

Hell's Kitchen — about 1 km away

Hell's Kitchen sits just 1km from the venue and suits runners who want to minimize travel on race morning; with 7 hotels, it's a compact, premium option in the heart of Midtown Manhattan.

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Gramercy Park — about 3 km away

Gramercy Park lies 3km away and appeals to those wanting a quieter, more residential Manhattan neighborhood while staying within reasonable reach; it has 5 hotels and is easily accessible by subway or a short taxi ride.

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North Bergen — about 5 km away

North Bergen, 5km away across the Hudson River in New Jersey, offers 167 hotels with significantly more availability and lower rates; it's best for budget-conscious visitors willing to drive or take a bus or PATH train into Manhattan.

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This is an AI-assisted planning guide. Dates, start times, transport and event details can change — please confirm everything with the official event and transport websites before you book.

The closest hotels to Midtown Manhattan, New York

146 within 3km — the nearest 12 shown. Tap any hotel or search to see live availability and prices for Sun, 1 Nov 2026.

WestHouse Hotel New York, an SLH Hotel

WestHouse Hotel New York, an SLH Hotel

201 West 55th Street, 10019

0.0km away

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The Manhattan Club

The Manhattan Club

200 West 56th Street, 10019

0.0km away

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Dream Midtown, by Hyatt

Dream Midtown, by Hyatt

210 West 55th Street, 10019

0.1km away

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Carnegie Hotel

Carnegie Hotel

160 W 56th St, 10019

0.1km away

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Residence Inn by Marriott New York Manhattan/Central Park

Residence Inn by Marriott New York Manhattan/Central Park

1717 Broadway, 10019

0.2km away

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Ameritania at Times Square

Ameritania at Times Square

230 W 54th Street, 10019

0.2km away

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Hilton Garden Inn New York Central Park South-Midtown West

Hilton Garden Inn New York Central Park South-Midtown West

237 West 54th Street, 10019

0.2km away

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Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

811 7th Avenue, 53rd Street

0.3km away

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The Manhattan at Times Square Hotel

The Manhattan at Times Square Hotel

790 7th Ave, 10019

0.3km away

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Warwick New York

Warwick New York

65 W 54th St, 10019

0.3km away

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Hilton Club The Quin New York

Hilton Club The Quin New York

101 West 57th Street at Sixth Avenue, 10019

0.3km away

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The Michelangelo New York

The Michelangelo New York

152 W 51st St, 10019

0.4km away

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History

The TCS New York City Marathon, first held in 1970, is the largest marathon in the world — the 2024 race recorded more than 55,000 finishers — and one of the seven Abbott World Marathon Majors. Founded by Fred Lebow, it began as a low-key event of several laps around Central Park before expanding in 1976 to the five-borough route that now defines it.

Runners cross the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge from Staten Island, head up through Brooklyn and Queens, over the Queensboro Bridge into Manhattan, briefly into the Bronx and home to the finish in Central Park. The point-to-point course has a famously early and remote start at Fort Wadsworth, reached by the Staten Island Ferry or official buses from Manhattan.

Early November usually brings crisp running weather, and the city fills for race weekend. The sensible base is Manhattan, near the finish and the expo at the Javits Center, with an early journey out to the start.

Records & quirks

  • First held in 1970; one of the seven Abbott World Marathon Majors.
  • Confirmed for Sunday 1 November 2026.
  • The world's largest marathon, with more than 55,000 finishers in 2024.
  • Founded by Fred Lebow; expanded to its five-borough route in 1976.
  • Runs from Staten Island through all five boroughs to finish in Central Park.
  • The start is at Fort Wadsworth, reached by ferry or official buses.

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