Please Note: UNA-USA does not provide hotel accommodations or transportation or cover any costs associated with coming to the conference.
Hotel Accommodations
The Grand Hyatt Hotel is the official hotel of the 10th Annual UNA-USA Model UN Conference. The Hyatt is located at 42nd Street between Lexington and Park Avenues at Grand Central Station in the heart of Manhattan.
Rates & Reservations
UNA-USA has arranged a special rate of $325.00 (plus 13.5% tax), per night for a “double” (four-person, two-bed) room. Please note that there are a limited number of double rooms available (though “King” (one bed) rooms may add a rollaway bed). We recommend making hotel reservations early in order to ensure availability for your group.
Additionally, groups of ten or more people arriving together will be charged a one-time automatic portage fee of $6.00 per person.
Reservation Information will be provided in early January.
Directions and Transportation Information
The UNA-USA Model United Nations Conference takes place in two venues, United Nations Headquarters and the Grand Hyatt Hotel. Directions to all venues, including directions from area airports, can be found below.
The Grand Hyatt Hotel
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Local Transportation
The Grand Hyatt Hotel is located at Grand Central Station, with access to the 4, 5, 6, 7 and S subway lines, as well as the bus lines M42, M98, M101, M102, M103 and M104. The hotel is located three blocks from the other conference venue, UN Headquarters.
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Area Parking Garages
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Alright Parking
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(212) 843-8765
213 E. 43rd Street
(between Second and Third Avenues)
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$36.00 for 24 hours
$45.00 for oversize vehicles
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ICON Parking
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(212) 682-5393
231 E. 43rd Street
(between Second and Third Avenues)
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$36.00 for 24 hours
$46.00 for oversize vehicles
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Seven Eleven Car Park
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(212) 410-1890
711 Third Avenue (on 44th Street)
(between Second and Third Avenues)
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$34.00 for 24 hours
$43.00 for oversize vehicles
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Park on 44th Street
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(212) 999-8851
230 E. 44th Street
(between Second and Third Avenues)
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$26.00 for 24 hours
$34.00 for oversize vehicles
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United Nations Headquarters
- Local Transportation
Delegates to the UNA-USA Model UN Conference may enter UN Headquarters through the UN Visitors’ Lobby, located at 46th Street & First Avenue.
By subway, take the 4, 5, 6, 7 or S to 42nd Street (Grand Central Station) and walk due east to First Avenue, then north to 46th Street. Security is located in a white tent outside the UN building. By bus, take the M15, M42 or M104 to either 46th Street or First Avenue.
- Area Parking Garages
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ICON Parking
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(877) PAR-KING
866 UN Plaza, First Avenue
(between 46th & 47th Streets)
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$35.00 for 24 hours
$43.00 for oversize vehicles
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Imperial Parking
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(212) 736-7171
845 First Avenue
(between 47th & 48th Streets)
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$25.00 for 24 hours
$31.00 for oversize vehicles
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Ever-Ready Parking
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(212) 736-7171
330 E. 46th Street
(between First & Second Avenues)
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$25.00 for 24 hours
$31.00 for oversize vehicles
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Traveling via New York Area Airports
There are several ways to reach the Grand Hyatt Hotel from any of New York’s major airports.
- Options Available at All Airports
Super Shuttle: In the past this option has proven the best option for conference attendees. Contact Super Shuttle directly to schedule share-ride van service. Rates are from $13.00 to $22.00 per person. Phone: (800) 622-2089; www.supershuttle.com.
New York Airport Service: Contact directly to schedule share-ride van service. Rates are from $5.00 to $15.00 per person. Phone: (718) 875-8200; www.nyairportservice.com.
- Additional Options at John F. Kennedy International Airport
AirTrain: This train connects JFK airport with the E subway line. No reservations are necessary. Take the E train to 42nd Street and walk underground to Times Square (look for signs for the 7 or S trains). Take the 7 or S train to Grand Central, where the Hyatt is located. AirTrain costs $5.00 per person and all New York subways cost $2.00 per person. This option requires 2.5 hours transit time.
Taxi: Taxis from JFK to any location in Manhattan charge a flat fee of $45.00, plus tip and tolls.
- Additional Options at LaGuardia Airport
Bus and Subway: Take the M60 bus to 125th Street and St. Nicolas Avenue. Then take a downtown 4, 5 or 6 subway train. You can take any of these trains to Grand Central Station, which connects directly to the Grand Hyatt Hotel. All New York subways and buses cost $2.00 per person. Transfers from the bus to the subway are free. This option requires 1.5 to 2 hours transit time.
Taxi: Taxis to the Grand Hyatt Hotel generally cost $20.00 - $26.00, plus tip and tolls.
- Additional Options at Newark Airport
AirTrain and PATH: These trains connect Newark airport and New York City’s Penn Station. Once at Penn Station, take the 1 or 2 subway trains to 42nd Street and walk underground to Times Square (look for signs for the 7 or S trains). Take the 7 or S train to Grand Central, where the Hyatt is located. AirTrain costs $5.00, PATH trains cost $1.50, and all New York subways cost $2.00 per person. This option requires 2 hours transit time.
Bus: The Newark Airport Liberty Express buses depart from and drop off at 120 E 41st street, between Park Avenue and Lexington Avenue, one block from the Grand Hyatt Hotel. Bus tickets may be purchased at the airport, and leave every 30 minutes. Tickets are $7.00 per student and $14.00 for adults.
Taxi: We do not suggest taking a taxi from Newark Airport to Manhattan.
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Traveling via Amtrak Train
Amtrak stops at New York City’s Penn Station.
Subway: From Penn Station, take the A, C or E subways uptown to 42nd Street. Take the 7 or S train to Grand Central, where the Hyatt is located.
Taxi: Taxis from Penn Station generally cost $8.00, plus tip.
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If you have questions or concerns, please email unausamun@unausa.org
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