Getting around from Baccarat Hotel: subway, taxi, house car and walking
From Baccarat Hotel and Residences New York (28 West 53rd Street) you can reach nearby subway stations on foot, grab taxis or ride‑hail from the hotel curb, use the hotel's chauffeured house car for short Midtown trips, or walk to major Midtown landmarks in minutes. For airport transfers the hotel offers limo/town car and a paid shuttle; the concierge can arrange taxis, ride‑hails, or the house car.
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Subway access from Baccarat Hotel
The nearest subway stop is 5th Avenue/53rd Street, about a 3‑minute walk from the hotel entrance; this station connects you into Midtown and other parts of Manhattan. Grand Central–42 St is roughly a 13‑minute walk if you need east‑side lines and MetroCard services.
The hotel’s Midtown location (across from MoMA) makes walking to nearby stations simple. The concierge at the 24‑hour front desk can advise on current service changes and the best lines to take for your destination.
- Nearest station: 5th Avenue/53rd Street — ~3 minutes on foot
- Grand Central–42 St — ~13 minutes on foot
- Ask concierge for service advisories and step‑by‑step directions
| Station | Approx. walk time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 5th Avenue/53rd Street | 3 minutes | Closest subway access to Midtown lines |
| Grand Central–42 St | 13 minutes | Use for additional Midtown and regional connections |
Taxis and ride‑hail (Uber/Lyft)
Taxis and ride‑hail apps are easy to use from the hotel’s street‑level entrance on West 53rd Street; street traffic in Midtown varies by time of day, so allow extra time during peak hours. The hotel's front desk and concierge can call a yellow cab or confirm a pickup point.
Most drivers will pick up or drop off outside the hotel’s glass canopy on 53rd Street. Because traffic can be slow, taxis are best for short hops across Midtown or when you have luggage; for fixed pricing to airports, discuss options with the concierge.
- Street pickup at hotel curb/entrance
- Allow extra time during rush hours
- Front desk/concierge can request a yellow cab or confirm ride‑hail pickup
| When to choose | Typical use |
|---|---|
| Short cross‑town trips | Quick door‑to‑door in Midtown |
| Heavy luggage | Prefer taxi or chauffeured car |
| Late night | Taxis and ride‑hails available 24/7 |
Hotel house car and chauffeured services
Baccarat Hotel offers a house car service that provides chauffeured rides within about 15 blocks of the property — ask the concierge to arrange details and availability. The hotel also offers limo/town car services and a 24‑hour roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel.
Specific pricing and reservation rules vary and are not published here; the concierge or BookResorts agents (+1 (888) 605-1350) can provide quotes and book the chauffeur or shuttle in advance.
- House car: chauffeured rides within ~15 blocks (arrange via concierge)
- Limo/town car and airport shuttle available for a surcharge
- Contact hotel or BookResorts agents to book and confirm pricing
| Service | How to book | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| House car | Concierge at front desk | Service area ~15 blocks from hotel |
| Limo/town car | Concierge or reservations | Available on request; fares quoted by concierge |
| Airport shuttle | Hotel reservations/concierge | 24‑hour shuttle available for a surcharge; provide arrival details |
Walking to nearby Midtown landmarks
Baccarat Hotel sits directly across from MoMA and is within very short walking distance of Fifth Avenue, Rockefeller Center and other Midtown attractions. Walking is often the fastest way to reach nearby sights because many are clustered close to the hotel.
Below are typical walk times to common destinations; these are approximate and can change with walking pace or street crossings.
- MoMA — 1–2 minute walk
- Fifth Avenue shopping — steps from the hotel
- Rockefeller Center — about a 5‑minute walk
| Landmark | Approx. walk time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) | 1–2 minutes | Directly across West 53rd Street |
| Rockefeller Center | 5 minutes | Short walk to the Rockefeller Plaza area |
| Central Park | ~8 minutes | Entrance to the park near Midtown |
| Times Square | ~8 minutes | Rough estimate depending on route and crowds |
Airports and longer transfers
LaGuardia (LGA) is generally the closest airport to Midtown Manhattan; travel time by car varies with traffic and can be roughly 25–40 minutes in light traffic. JFK and Newark Liberty (EWR) have longer road times; the hotel can arrange limo/town car transfers or you can use taxis and ride‑hail services.
The hotel’s concierge and reservations team can provide exact transfer options and current timing for your travel date. The hotel’s published policies require guests to give arrival details in advance when booking chauffeur or shuttle services.
- LaGuardia — often the shortest driving time to Midtown
- JFK and Newark — allow substantially more time, especially at peak hours
- Concierge can arrange limo/town car or shuttle; confirm arrival details in advance
| Airport | Typical travel note | Arrange via |
|---|---|---|
| LaGuardia (LGA) | Closest by distance to Midtown | Hotel concierge |
| John F. Kennedy (JFK) | Longer drive from Midtown | Hotel concierge/taxi/ride‑hail |
| Newark Liberty (EWR) | Longer drive and bridge/tunnel routing | Hotel concierge/taxi/ride‑hail |
Hotel services and practical tips for getting around
The Baccarat Hotel has a 24‑hour front desk and concierge who can arrange taxis, the house car, limo/town car transfers, and tickets or tours. Valet parking is available for a fee; there is no free parking on site. For pool cabanas or spa appointments contact Spa de La Mer directly.
If you plan to use the pool cabanas, Spa de La Mer accepts cabana reservations (90 minutes) by emailing spadelamer@baccarathotels.com or calling the spa number listed on the hotel site; the concierge can also help. The hotel offers complimentary Wi‑Fi and can provide directions to subway stations and walking routes upon request.
- 24‑hour front desk and concierge for transport arrangements
- Valet parking available; self‑parking at nearby garages (fees apply)
- Reserve spa cabanas: spadelamer@baccarathotels.com or Spa de La Mer phone
| Service | How to arrange | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Taxi or ride‑hail pickup | Ask concierge or front desk | 24‑hour front desk |
| Spa cabana reservation | Email or call Spa de La Mer | spadelamer@baccarathotels.com |
| House car / limo | Concierge or reservations | Provide arrival details in advance |
