DISCOVER A STEP BACK IN TIME & MODERN AMENITIES Just steps away from The Empire State Building and Madison Square Garden lies a NYC landmark, Hotel Pennsylvania. Having retained quintessential nostalgic features from its grand opening in 1919, the historic Hotel Pennsylvania preserved a rich history that allows guests to take a trip down memory lane while experiencing all the modern day conveniences. Built by the Pennsylvania Railroad and operated by Ellsworth Statler nearly a century ago, Hotel Pennsylvania is a historic NYC hotel that combines unique historic character and modern day luxury. With subtle historic touches such as original valet doors once used to provide guests with drop off laundry service have been retained to add to the unique character of our landmark hotel. While these doors no longer serve their original purpose, they offer an inside look at the grand splendor and premier features that had made Hotel Pennsylvania a top choice among boutique hotels near Madison Square Garden.