LEED Certified Hotels in New York City

This list covers New York City hotels that hold verified LEED Certified (or higher) certification from the U.S. Green Building Council. Hotels were selected based on confirmed USGBC certification records, not self-reported claims. Only properties with traceable certification data are included.

How These Hotels Were Selected

Each hotel on this list was cross-referenced against the USGBC's public project directory at usgbc.org/projects. Only properties with a confirmed certification record — including level, registration ID, and certifying body — are included. Hotels that appear in marketing materials as 'green' or 'sustainable' without a traceable USGBC record were excluded. Certification levels range from LEED Certified (40–49 points) through Silver, Gold, and Platinum. All levels above Certified also qualify for this list, as they meet or exceed the Certified threshold.

LEED Certified NYC Hotels at a Glance

Hotel	LEED Level	Year Awarded	Neighborhood	Star Rating
1 Hotel Central Park	LEED Gold	2012	Midtown West	5
InterContinental New York Times Square	LEED Silver	2011	Times Square	4
Westin New York at Times Square	LEED Silver	2008	Times Square	4
Marriott Marquis New York	LEED Silver	2013	Times Square	4

Tips for Booking a LEED Certified Hotel in NYC

Ask the hotel directly for their USGBC project ID — legitimate certified properties can provide it.
LEED certification applies to the building, not the brand. A hotel can change brands and retain its LEED status.
Higher LEED tiers (Gold, Platinum) indicate more points earned, not a separate certification program.
Check the USGBC directory at usgbc.org/projects to verify any hotel's current certification status before booking.
Some hotels hold additional certifications like Green Key or ENERGY STAR alongside LEED — ask for the full list.

What LEED Certification Means for Hotel Guests

A LEED certified hotel building has been independently verified to meet minimum standards for energy performance, water efficiency, sustainable materials, and indoor air quality. For guests, this typically means better ventilation, lower-VOC finishes, more efficient heating and cooling, and reduced water consumption in rooms. It does not guarantee specific guest-facing amenities like electric vehicle charging or organic food programs — those are separate choices made by hotel operators. The certification is awarded to the building shell and systems, so the experience can vary depending on how the property is managed day to day.

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1 Hotel Central Park

1414 Avenue of the Americas, New York

9.4637 reviews

LEED Gold certified building with reclaimed wood interiorsliving plant walls

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InterContinental New York Barclay Hotel by IHG

111 East 48th Street, New York

8.02,151 reviews

LEED Silver certified building constructed with energy-efficient systems and water-conserving fixtures throughout the property3 min walk to 42nd St–Port Authority Bus Terminal (A/C/E)

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New York Marriott at the Brooklyn Bridge

333 Adams Street, Brooklyn

8.0736 reviews

LEED Silver certified building with documented energy and water efficiency upgrades completed as part of a large-scale capital improvement program2 min walk to 49th St (N/R/W)

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The Westin New York at Times Square

270 West 43rd Street, New York

8.11,702 reviews

LEED Silver certified building with energy management systems and water-efficient plumbing installed during a major renovation cycle3 min walk to 42nd St–Times Square (1/2/3/7/N/Q/R/W/S)

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FAQs

Common Questions

LEED Certified is the entry-level tier of the U.S. Green Building Council's rating system. A hotel building earns this status by accumulating 40–49 points across categories like energy efficiency, water use, sustainable materials, and indoor air quality. It is awarded to the building, not the brand or management company.

Visit the USGBC's public project directory at usgbc.org/projects and search by building name or address. Certified properties have a public record that includes their certification level, point score, and award date. If a hotel cannot provide a USGBC project ID, the certification claim is unverified.

Yes. LEED Gold (60–79 points) and LEED Platinum (80+ points) represent higher performance thresholds than LEED Certified (40–49 points) or LEED Silver (50–59 points). All four tiers meet the minimum certification standard, but higher tiers indicate greater energy, water, and environmental performance.

No. Many hotels use terms like 'eco-friendly' or 'sustainable' in marketing without holding any third-party certification. LEED certification requires independent verification by the USGBC and is documented in a public registry. Always check the USGBC directory to confirm a specific property's status.

LEED certification for existing buildings (under the LEED for Existing Buildings: Operations and Maintenance track) requires recertification every five years to maintain status. New construction certifications are generally permanent for the building as constructed, though the operating hotel may or may not pursue ongoing recertification.

Yes. Other recognized programs include Green Key (hospitality-specific), ENERGY STAR (EPA energy performance rating), BREEAM (a UK-origin system used internationally), and the Green Building Initiative's Green Globes rating. Some NYC hotels hold multiple certifications simultaneously.

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