The Westgate in New York is a hotel, not a timeshare. You’ll find Westgate New York Grand Central at 304 East 42nd Street, New York, NY 10017. So you can book a room. That said, if you own a Westgate timeshare, you may wonder what your ownership gets you in Manhattan. This guide covers what the hotel is and what you get there as a Westgate owner. Moreover, we’ll show you where the closest Westgate timeshares are. You’ll learn how to buy or rent one resale through Timeshares Only.
What Is the Westgate in New York?
The Westgate in New York is Westgate New York Grand Central, a hotel at 304 East 42nd Street, New York, NY 10017. The property stands 23 floors tall, with 300 rooms across two towers. You’ll find it in the Tudor City neighborhood on the East Side of Midtown Manhattan. Moreover, Westgate describes it as “moments away from Grand Central Station.”
The building has gone by other names before. For example, it was once the Hotel Tudor. Later, it operated as the Hilton Manhattan East and then the Hilton New York Grand Central. Westgate Resorts bought the hotel in June 2018 and gave it the Westgate name. So if you come across one of the older names, you’re looking at the same address.
Is the Westgate in New York a Timeshare?
No. The Westgate in New York is a hotel, not a timeshare. When Westgate bought the property in 2018, it said it would “continue to operate the resort as a hotel.” So you book a room there just as you would at any other hotel in the city.
Can you stay there without owning a timeshare? Yes. You don’t need to own anything to book a room. Westgate sells stays at the property to “families, solo travelers, groups and couples.”
Moreover, Westgate said in 2018 that it would “explore opportunities in the future to add timeshare villas.” However, a plan to explore is not the same as a timeshare you can buy.
That said, you might want more room than a hotel offers. On Timeshares Only, owners post ads for rental and resale weeks at other resorts. Browse their ads to find a stay that fits your trip.
What Westgate Owners Get at the Hotel
If you own a Westgate timeshare, you get an owner rate on stays at the Westgate in New York. You book that rate through your online owner account. The hotel itself is not part of what you own. So the owner rate is a booking perk on a Manhattan hotel room, not deeded ownership in the city.
Westgate sells deeded ownership. Its site calls that “deeded real estate that can be passed on to your heirs.” That deed is for a Westgate resort. The New York hotel remains a place you book, not a place you own.
Moreover, you also get exchange options. Owning at Westgate Resorts or VI Resorts by Westgate lets you exchange through Interval International. As of May 2025, those exchanges span more than 60 resorts.
Of course, exchange and the owner rate are separate perks. For a room in New York, you book with the owner rate. For example, you might exchange into a beach resort one year and book a Manhattan stay the next.
Not to mention, Westgate’s owner page adds one more perk. If you join its complimentary World of Westgate loyalty program, you get added owner benefits. The program is free to join.
So before you buy, compare Westgate ads from current owners on Timeshares Only. You can see which resorts they advertise and choose the one that fits how you travel.
Westgate Timeshares Closest to New York City
The closest Westgate timeshares to New York City are The Cove at Yarmouth on Cape Cod, Massachusetts, and Westgate Historic Williamsburg Resort in Williamsburg, Virginia. Westgate New York Grand Central, the Westgate in New York, is a hotel. It is Westgate’s only destination in New York. So if you want to own nearby, start with those two.
The Cove at Yarmouth sits at 183 Main St, West Yarmouth, MA 02673. Westgate says it is “a short walk to Cape Cod beaches,” with access to Hyannis Harbor and Provincetown. Moreover, you can choose between one-bedroom suites and one-bedroom townhouses at this VI Resorts by Westgate property.
Westgate Historic Williamsburg Resort is at 1324 Richmond Road, Williamsburg, VA 23185. Westgate describes it as “right up close to Colonial Williamsburg and near Busch Gardens.” So you can pair history lessons with roller coasters on the same trip.
Not to mention, you don’t have to own to stay at either one. You can rent a week from a current owner when you see an ad that fits your dates.
We ranked them by straight-line distance from the city. Of course, closest isn’t the only way to choose. Westgate’s other destinations include Orlando, Las Vegas, Gatlinburg and Branson. For example, you might pick Las Vegas for a city break or Branson for a family trip.
Browse Westgate timeshares for sale or rent on Timeshares Only. Then compare ads from current owners and find the right fit for how you travel.
How to Buy or Rent a Westgate Timeshare Resale
On Timeshares Only, you buy or rent a Westgate timeshare from the people who own it. Owners advertise their own Westgate timeshares and set their own asking prices. You browse Westgate resale and rental ads in one place. Then you open the ad that fits your plans.
If you searched for Westgate in New York, you found a hotel you can book. So a timeshare resale or rental at a Westgate resort is a different route.
- Start on the Westgate page. Browse Westgate ads for resorts offered “for Sale or Rent by Owner.”
- Open an ad. Each one leads to its own page, marked “View Resale” or “View Rental,” with the unit details.
- Compare your options. For example, check whether the unit details suit your group and your travel plans.
Moreover, you can switch between resale and rental ads on the same page. Of course, renting first lets you try a Westgate resort before you commit to buying.
That said, it helps to know what a Westgate timeshare costs before you choose a resale. If you buy, our team handles the closing with the help of Fidelity Real Estate, our recommended resale brokerage. Start with the Westgate ads and find the stay that fits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you stay at Westgate without a timeshare?
Yes, Westgate New York Grand Central welcomes the general public as a hotel. You don’t need to own a timeshare to book a room there. Of course, you can also browse rental ads for Westgate resorts posted by individual owners on Timeshares Only.
What is the address of Westgate hotel New York Grand Central?
The Westgate in New York is located at 304 East 42nd Street, New York, NY 10017. This puts you just moments from Grand Central Station. Westgate operates this address as a hotel, open to all travelers, not a timeshare resort.
How do I sell a Westgate timeshare?
If you own a Westgate timeshare and want to sell, you can advertise it on Timeshares Only. Moreover, owners pay a fee to post an ad on our marketplace. Timeshares Only has supported owners for 30+ years. That said, if selling isn’t the right fit yet, you can also rent out your timeshare in the meantime.
Selling or Renting Out Your Westgate Timeshare
If you own a Westgate timeshare, you know how nice it is to have vacation time built into your year. Those getaways give you something to look forward to, whether you travel with family, friends, or on your own. With that said, if for any reason you feel like you won’t be able to use your timeshare, we’re here to help! Timeshares Only has been helping people sell or rent out their timeshares for 30+ years, and as a proud member of ARDA, we follow a strict set of regulations that helps to keep everyone in the industry safe.
If you’d like to part ways with your timeshare completely, we’re happy to help you sell your timeshare, but if you plan on visiting it in the future and just aren’t using it right now, consider renting it out instead. Renting out your timeshare with us helps you put some money in your pocket while helping to cover your maintenance fees. Either way, we’ll work with you to create an ad and market your timeshare to vacationers who might be interested. Ready to get started? Then give us a call at 1-800-610-2734 or email us at [email protected].
