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Panorama of New York City File 684-229-041
structure #925365075building

Excelsior Hotel

existing 46.5 m 15 floors 1923

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Architectural Height46.5 m Source: NYC Open Data Building Footprints
Main Roof Height46.5 m Source: NYC Open Data Building Footprints
Building Mass Height46.5 m
Roof Height45.7 m Source: Sanborn Map
Floors15 Source: Sanborn Map
Completion1923
Last Renovation2007
Structural Formhigh-rise building
Main Usagehotel
Status existing
Address45 West 81st Street
Smart Address41–49 West 81st Street
CityNew York City, NY
CountryUnited States
Source: SKYDB | As of: 2026-10-25

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  1. Photo 580-620-450
    John W. Cahill
  2. Photo 306-792-413
    John W. Cahill
  3. Photo 518-848-259
    Royce Douglas