Photo: Park Avenue Armory / Google MapsTEFAF New York 2027 Hotels in Manhattan
TEFAF New York 2027 runs 14 to 18 May at Park Avenue Armory, New York.
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Where to stay for TEFAF New York 2027: the closest hotels to Park Avenue Armory are in Upper East Side and Midtown East, with Central Park South and Fifth Avenue a short ride away. Rooms near the venue sell out first, so book a free-cancellation rate early. Add your company name and tax number at checkout for an itemised company invoice.
TEFAF New York, the spring fair of The European Fine Art Foundation, returns to the Park Avenue Armory on Manhattan's Upper East Side from Friday 14 to Tuesday 18 May 2027, after an invitation only preview day on Thursday 13 May. It is the New York sister of TEFAF Maastricht, and it focuses on modern and contemporary art, design, jewellery and antiquities. The 2026 edition brought together nearly 90 exhibitors from 14 countries, and TEFAF says representatives from more than 260 museums and institutions attended. The fair is the only one to use the Armory's historic period rooms on the first and second floors for exhibitor presentations, alongside the vast Wade Thompson Drill Hall. The Armory stands at 643 Park Avenue between 66th and 67th Streets, close to the 6 train at 68 St-Hunter College and the F, M and Q at Lexington Av-63 St, so you can stay on the Upper East Side within an easy walk, or in Midtown East, around Central Park South or near Grand Central and ride a few stops uptown. This page shows live New York hotel rates for the fair dates, which you can change. Fair admission is handled by TEFAF, separately from your hotel, and Event Escapes is independent of the fair.
Popular areas for attendees: Upper East Side · Midtown East · Central Park South and Fifth Avenue · Grand Central and Murray Hill.
- New York hotels for TEFAF sorted by distance to the Park Avenue Armory, from the Upper East Side and Midtown East to Central Park South and Grand Central
- Live rates for 14 to 18 May 2027, with check-in and check-out dates you can move earlier if you hold an invitation for the preview on 13 May
- Free cancellation rates shown where the hotel offers them, useful while gallery appointments and museum visits are still being arranged
- An itemised invoice emailed at booking, plus a quote within 24 hours for a dealer team, a museum group or a collectors' trip through our enquiry form
Event at a glance
- Dates
- 14 May to 18 May 2027
- Venue
- Park Avenue Armory
- City
- New York, USA
- Airport
- JFK
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Hotels near Park Avenue Armory for TEFAF New York 2027
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Rates shown for a 3 night stay, Thu, May 13 → Sun, May 16, arriving the day before the fair opens, or choose your own dates above.
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Exhibiting or sending a team? Tell us how many rooms you need and we will send a personalised quote within 24 hours, with the distance from every hotel to Park Avenue Armory. If the closest hotels are nearly full, we split your team across neighbouring hotels a few minutes apart. Corporate accommodation for TEFAF New York
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Where should you eat during TEFAF New York?
The Javits Center sits on the far West Side, steps from Hudson Yards and Hell's Kitchen and a short cab from Midtown's marquee rooms. Reserve the big names well ahead, and use Hudson Yards and 9th/10th Avenue for quicker meals near the show floor.
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Photo: Toni Sacco / Google MapsLe Bernardin
French Seafood
Midtown (W 51st St), ~15 min cab from Javits
Eric Ripert's temple of seafood and one of New York's very best restaurants, ideal when a dinner needs to impress. Prix-fixe only; jackets and advance planning expected.
Tip: Book as far ahead as you can; this is the marquee-client choice.
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Photo: estiatorio Milos Hudson Yards / Google MapsEstiatorio Milos (Hudson Yards)
Greek Seafood
Hudson Yards, ~7 min walk from Javits
Pristine whole fish sold by the pound in a soaring Hudson Yards room, right next to the convention center. The most convenient upscale dinner to Javits.
Tip: Fish is priced by weight, ask the server to walk you through the display.
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Italian / Mediterranean
Hell's Kitchen (W 38th St), ~8 min walk from Javits
A handsome, airy Italian just north of Javits, good for a business dinner that's polished but not stiff. Strong pastas and a well-built wine list.
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Food hall
Hell's Kitchen (11th Ave), ~10 min walk from Javits
A compact food hall with several quality vendors under one roof, handy when a group can't agree or you need a fast, decent working lunch near the show floor.
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Photo: Sarah Casey / Google MapsVariety Coffee Roasters (Chelsea)
Coffee / Cafe
Chelsea (7th Ave), ~12 min from Javits
A Brooklyn-born NYC specialty roaster with a reliable Chelsea cafe for proper espresso and cold brew. A good caffeine reset away from convention-hall coffee.
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Photo: Toni / Google MapsLos Tacos No. 1 (Chelsea Market)
Tacos
Chelsea Market (9th Ave), ~12 min from Javits
Fast, cash-quick, genuinely excellent tacos and quesadillas, mostly standing room. The move for a no-fuss bite between meetings.
Tip: Order the adobada; lines move quickly despite looking long.
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Client dinner, team night out or a free day after TEFAF New York: bookable experiences in New York, same account, same checkout.
While you're in New York
New York gives you a nightly menu of world-class sport and theater, much of it a short ride from the Javits Center.
New York Yankees (MLB)
Baseball at the storied Yankee Stadium in the Bronx, a straight subway ride from Midtown.
Find ticketsNew York Mets (MLB)
The city's other MLB club, playing at Citi Field in Queens.
Find ticketsNew York Knicks (NBA)
NBA basketball at Madison Square Garden, only a few blocks from the Javits Center.
Find ticketsUS Open Tennis
One of tennis's four Grand Slams, played at Flushing Meadows with a great evening-session atmosphere.
Find ticketsBroadway shows
The Theater District runs marquee productions nightly, an easy walk or short cab from the West Side.
Find ticketsFixtures recur each season; exact dates for your fair week are confirmed at ticket search.
How do you get to TEFAF New York?
From JFK Airport
- AirTrain JFK runs from the terminals to Jamaica or Howard Beach station for the subway, and at Jamaica you can change to the Long Island Rail Road; the AirTrain single fare is US$8.75
- JFK says the LIRR puts Penn Station and Grand Central Madison just 20 minutes from the AirTrain, which avoids the traffic on the expressways
- From Grand Central, the 6 train runs uptown to 68 St-Hunter College, the stop the Armory names for its Park Avenue entrance
- Taxis and ride apps also run from JFK to the Upper East Side; journey times by road depend heavily on traffic
From LaGuardia (LGA) and Newark (EWR)
- From LaGuardia, the free Q70 LGA Link bus connects Terminals B and C with the subway at Jackson Heights-Roosevelt Avenue and 74 St-Broadway
- From Newark, AirTrain links the terminals with NJ Transit trains; the airport lists Midtown Manhattan at about 30 minutes and US$17.25, plus the US$8.75 AirTrain fare
- The Newark Airport Express bus serves Grand Central Terminal, Bryant Park and the Port Authority Bus Terminal in about 50 minutes
How do you get around during TEFAF New York?
Getting to the Park Avenue Armory
- The Armory is at 643 Park Avenue between 66th and 67th Streets; take the 6 train to 68th Street/Hunter College, or the F, M or Q to 63rd Street/Lexington Avenue
- Buses M101, M102 and M103 stop at 68th Street and Lexington Avenue, and the crosstown M66 stops at Lexington Avenue and 67th Street westbound or Madison Avenue and 68th Street eastbound
- A Citi Bike dock stands at the corner of 67th Street and Park Avenue, and several public garages are on East 65th, 66th and 68th Streets if you drive
- All bags are subject to inspection on entry, and a sidewalk level assisted access entrance is at 103 East 66th Street, just east of Park Avenue
Around Manhattan
- Tap in on subways and buses with a contactless card, phone or OMNY card, so there is no ticket to buy
- Upper East Side hotels on Park, Madison and Lexington Avenues put you within walking distance of the Armory and the museums along Fifth Avenue
- Midtown East and Grand Central hotels are a short ride on the 6 train, and Central Park South is close to the F and Q at Lexington Av-63 St
Do you need a visa for TEFAF New York?
Visa-free / visa on arrival
- Citizens of the 42 Visa Waiver Program countries can visit the United States for business or tourism for up to 90 days without a visa, using an approved ESTA
- US Customs and Border Protection recommends applying for an ESTA as soon as you start preparing your travel plans
- You must hold an e-Passport, with an embedded chip, to travel under the Visa Waiver Program
eVisa / visa required
- If your country is not in the Visa Waiver Program you will normally need a US visitor visa from a US embassy or consulate, so check local interview wait times early
- Dealers and their staff working on a stand should check with TEFAF and a US immigration adviser which status suits their role, as the fair's visitor pages we checked do not cover visas
Documents to carry
- A passport valid for your whole stay, with your ESTA approval or visa linked to that passport
- Your TEFAF ticket or invitation for the dates you plan to attend
- Your hotel booking and return or onward ticket, in case the border officer asks
US entry requirements, fees and processing times change often, so verify the current rules on official US government websites or with your nearest US embassy before booking.
First time at TEFAF New York?
- Thursday 13 May 2027 is an invitation only preview; the fair is open to visitors with a ticket from Friday 14 to Tuesday 18 May
- TEFAF had not published 2027 ticket prices or opening hours when we checked, so watch the TEFAF New York page and sign up for the organiser's updates
- Leave time for the period rooms on the first and second floors as well as the Drill Hall: the Armory's reception rooms were designed by Louis Comfort Tiffany, Stanford White and Herter Brothers among others
- Expect a bag check at the door, as the Armory inspects all bags on entry
- TEFAF calls the fair a cornerstone of New York Art Week, so book your hotel and dinners early if you plan to see several fairs that week
Insider tips from repeat attendees
- Do not confuse the two fairs: TEFAF New York is in May at the Park Avenue Armory, while TEFAF Maastricht runs from 13 to 18 March 2027 at MECC Maastricht in the Netherlands
- The 6 train links Grand Central with 68 St-Hunter College, so a Midtown East hotel can be as practical as one on the Upper East Side
- TEFAF has renewed its agreement with the Park Avenue Armory through 2031, so repeat visitors can expect the same venue in coming years
TEFAF New York travel FAQs
Where is TEFAF New York held?
TEFAF New York is held at Park Avenue Armory in New York, USA. The nearest airport is JFK.
When and where is TEFAF New York 2027?
TEFAF New York 2027 runs from Friday 14 to Tuesday 18 May 2027 at the Park Avenue Armory, 643 Park Avenue between 66th and 67th Streets, Manhattan. Thursday 13 May is an invitation only preview day.
How do I get tickets for TEFAF New York?
Tickets are sold by TEFAF, separately from your hotel. When we checked, TEFAF had not yet published 2027 ticket prices or opening hours, so check the TEFAF New York page closer to the fair.
Where should I stay for TEFAF New York?
The Upper East Side, around Park, Madison and Lexington Avenues, puts you within walking distance of the Armory. Midtown East and the Grand Central area are a short ride on the 6 train to 68 St-Hunter College, and Central Park South is close to the F and Q at Lexington Av-63 St.
Which subway stops are closest to the Park Avenue Armory?
The Armory names the 6 train at 68th Street/Hunter College and the F, M or Q trains at 63rd Street/Lexington Avenue. Buses M101, M102 and M103 stop at 68th Street and Lexington Avenue, and the M66 crosstown bus also serves the Armory.
Is TEFAF New York the same as TEFAF Maastricht?
No. Both are run by The European Fine Art Foundation, but TEFAF Maastricht is held in March at MECC Maastricht in the Netherlands, while TEFAF New York is held in May at the Park Avenue Armory, with a focus on modern and contemporary art, design, jewellery and antiquities.
Can I change the hotel dates or book for a group?
Yes. You can change the check-in and check-out dates in the hotel search, for example to arrive for the preview on 13 May. For a gallery team or a collectors' group, send us your group size and dates through the enquiry form and we will reply with a quote within 24 hours.
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Which hotels are closest to Park Avenue Armory?
The closest hotels to the venue with the distance, the walk or ride time and an indicative nightly rate, refreshed weekly. Live prices for your exact dates are in the booking section above. Last checked 1 November 2026.
Cheap and 3 star hotels near Park Avenue Armory
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride | From per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Courtyard New York Manhattan/ Midtown East★★★ | 1.1 km | ~5 min ride | $401 |
| La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham New York City Central Park★★★ | 1.4 km | ~6 min ride | $360 |
More hotels close to Park Avenue Armory
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride | From per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gardens Sonesta ES Suites New York★★★★ | 0.4 km | ~6 min walk | $563 |
| The Pierre, A Taj Hotel, New York★★★★★ | 0.6 km | ~9 min walk | $1,074 |
| The Sherry Netherland★★★★ | 0.7 km | ~11 min walk | $1,099 |
| Four Seasons New York Hotel★★★★★ | 0.7 km | ~11 min walk | $2,375 |
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