Located outside the tourist zone in an area near Penn Station and the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, this 220-room DoubleTree is a fine option for conventioneers, who could benefit from the location, free Wi-Fi, business center, and meeting room. Leisure travelers should research the many comparable hotels that are closer to more attractions, such as the Hilton Garden Inn New York/Times Square Central.
Located outside the tourist zone in an area near Penn Station and the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, this 220-room DoubleTree is a fine option for conventioneers, who could benefit from the location, free Wi-Fi, business center, and meeting room. Leisure travelers should research the many comparable hotels that are closer to more attractions, such as the Hilton Garden Inn New York/Times Square Central.
Situated beyond the hustle-and-bustle of Midtown, but still accessible to all Manhattan has to offer, the budget Chelsea Inn - 17th Street is close to the subway and within walking distance of Union Square, Washington Square Park, and Greenwich Village. The 37-room inn occupies two historic walk-ups and has no elevators or on-site features. Rooms are cramped and functional, with flat-screen TVs, window unit ACs, and free Wi-Fi, though some have shared bathrooms. The hotel is undergoing renovations through 2016, and rooms awaiting an update can look tired and worn. Guests looking for a budget hotel may also want to consider the Hotel 309, which has a cool backyard lounge area, though Wi-Fi isn’t free.
Situated beyond the hustle-and-bustle of Midtown, but still accessible to all Manhattan has to offer, the budget Chelsea Inn - 17th Street is close to the subway and within walking distance of Union Square, Washington Square Park, and Greenwich Village. The 37-room inn occupies two historic walk-ups and has no elevators or on-site features. Rooms are cramped and functional, with flat-screen TVs, window unit ACs, and free Wi-Fi, though some have shared bathrooms. The hotel is undergoing renovations through 2016, and rooms awaiting an update can look tired and worn. Guests looking for a budget hotel may also want to consider the Hotel 309, which has a cool backyard lounge area, though Wi-Fi isn’t free.
Perfectly between Grand Central Terminal and Times Square, the Iroquois is an uncommonly quiet, exceedingly traditional 114-room in Midtown West. High-end perks include an excellent (though small) gym with a Finnish sauna, and a vintage library, but the rooms feel a bit staid, despite their flat-screen LED TVs and free Wi-Fi. For travelers who prefer super-stylish rooms, the London NYC is a solid Midtown pick.
Perfectly between Grand Central Terminal and Times Square, the Iroquois is an uncommonly quiet, exceedingly traditional 114-room in Midtown West. High-end perks include an excellent (though small) gym with a Finnish sauna, and a vintage library, but the rooms feel a bit staid, despite their flat-screen LED TVs and free Wi-Fi. For travelers who prefer super-stylish rooms, the London NYC is a solid Midtown pick.
Owned by the Calvary Baptist Church, this aging, 197-room hotel comes with clean, comfortable, apartment-sized rooms but few frills -- no gym and no restaurant (though there is a breakfast room serving a daily continental buffet for a fee). Fixtures and furnishings are pretty dated, but the hotel is a decent option for families who want a quiet but central location only two blocks from Central Park. It's worth comparing Salisbury's rates with the ones at Wellington Hotel, another budget-friendly option in Midtown Manhattan.
Owned by the Calvary Baptist Church, this aging, 197-room hotel comes with clean, comfortable, apartment-sized rooms but few frills -- no gym and no restaurant (though there is a breakfast room serving a daily continental buffet for a fee). Fixtures and furnishings are pretty dated, but the hotel is a decent option for families who want a quiet but central location only two blocks from Central Park. It's worth comparing Salisbury's rates with the ones at Wellington Hotel, another budget-friendly option in Midtown Manhattan.
The mid-range Courtyard New York Manhattan/Times Square West is close to Times Square and the Theater District, the Port Authority bus terminal, Penn Station and Madison Square Garden, and major subway lines. Its 224 rooms are modern but styled in the inoffensive beige tones and dark wood furnishings of a chain hotel. All include flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, mini-fridges, and safes. The on-site Bistro cafe, which has TV screens built into some of its tables, serves breakfast (for a fee), lunch, dinner, snacks, and cocktails and wine at the bar, but there's no room service. Other perks include a small gym, computers and a printer for guests' use, meeting rooms, and free Wi-Fi throughout. Travelers seeking to escape chain brands could try the Night Hotel Times Square, which offers funky design, a trendy restaurant, and room service.
The mid-range Courtyard New York Manhattan/Times Square West is close to Times Square and the Theater District, the Port Authority bus terminal, Penn Station and Madison Square Garden, and major subway lines. Its 224 rooms are modern but styled in the inoffensive beige tones and dark wood furnishings of a chain hotel. All include flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, mini-fridges, and safes. The on-site Bistro cafe, which has TV screens built into some of its tables, serves breakfast (for a fee), lunch, dinner, snacks, and cocktails and wine at the bar, but there's no room service. Other perks include a small gym, computers and a printer for guests' use, meeting rooms, and free Wi-Fi throughout. Travelers seeking to escape chain brands could try the Night Hotel Times Square, which offers funky design, a trendy restaurant, and room service.
Located in residential Murray Hill, the upper-middle-range Shelburne Hotel & Suites by Affina is an easy walk to a number of Midtown tourist sites and there are an abundance of reasonably priced restaurants and bars nearby. The hotel has its own rooftop bar and inventive burger grill. The 323 rooms and suites are spacious with spa-inspired bathrooms, colorful custom furniture, and fun touches like pillow menus, plus an array of experience and grocery packs to customize your stay (kids aren’t overlooked). Some suites have kitchens, and others have wraparound terraces with iconic skyline views. Bike use and daily wine hours give the Shelburne a perks advantage -- but "freebies" are actually covered in a hotel facilities fee. Those seeking a chain hotel close to Times Square could try the Grand Hyatt New York.
Located in residential Murray Hill, the upper-middle-range Shelburne Hotel & Suites by Affina is an easy walk to a number of Midtown tourist sites and there are an abundance of reasonably priced restaurants and bars nearby. The hotel has its own rooftop bar and inventive burger grill. The 323 rooms and suites are spacious with spa-inspired bathrooms, colorful custom furniture, and fun touches like pillow menus, plus an array of experience and grocery packs to customize your stay (kids aren’t overlooked). Some suites have kitchens, and others have wraparound terraces with iconic skyline views. Bike use and daily wine hours give the Shelburne a perks advantage -- but "freebies" are actually covered in a hotel facilities fee. Those seeking a chain hotel close to Times Square could try the Grand Hyatt New York.
Located in residential Murray Hill, just south of Midtown East's skyscrapers, the Jolly Hotel is a not-too-swanky 242-room European chain -- not the "charming, Italian boutique" promised on its website. Standard rooms are worn, but clean. There are few extra amenities. But its updated Deluxe rooms make it a fair choice for the price.
Located in residential Murray Hill, just south of Midtown East's skyscrapers, the Jolly Hotel is a not-too-swanky 242-room European chain -- not the "charming, Italian boutique" promised on its website. Standard rooms are worn, but clean. There are few extra amenities. But its updated Deluxe rooms make it a fair choice for the price.
The 725-room Lexington offers a stylish and luxurious stay in Manhattan’s Midtown East neighborhood. Featuring gorgeous Art Deco design throughout the property, the Lexington impresses immediately with its expansive lobby, which features a posh bar, ample seating, and a carefully curated collection of art. Rooms feature flat-screen TVs, iHome docking stations, Keurig coffee makers, and marble bathrooms with Lather toiletries. On-site dining options include the Chinese restaurant S. Dynasty, a neighborhood favorite, and Raffles, a more casual diner-style eatery. All in all, it's a good four-pearl value -- guests will be hard-pressed to find another hotel near Grand Central offering this level of style for the price. Just note that some rooms are small and those on lower floors may experience street noise.
The 725-room Lexington offers a stylish and luxurious stay in Manhattan’s Midtown East neighborhood. Featuring gorgeous Art Deco design throughout the property, the Lexington impresses immediately with its expansive lobby, which features a posh bar, ample seating, and a carefully curated collection of art. Rooms feature flat-screen TVs, iHome docking stations, Keurig coffee makers, and marble bathrooms with Lather toiletries. On-site dining options include the Chinese restaurant S. Dynasty, a neighborhood favorite, and Raffles, a more casual diner-style eatery. All in all, it's a good four-pearl value -- guests will be hard-pressed to find another hotel near Grand Central offering this level of style for the price. Just note that some rooms are small and those on lower floors may experience street noise.
As an upscale boutique property with sleek urban interiors, a chic garden restaurant, moody lounge bar, and exclusive rooftop bar -- the upscale SIXTY SoHo epitomizes downtown swank. Its location amid prime shopping, dining, and all-night fun in an eternally hip Manhattan neighborhood helps keep it at the top of the cool meter. While most of the 97 rooms aren’t huge, they are handsomely decorated with rich tones, luxe textures, and hardwood floors for a timeless modern feel. Slick chocolate marble bathrooms with Ren toiletries and Sferra bathrobes are nice touches, but tempting minibars are very overpriced (try $12 for a water). While the downtown location and cool ambience are a treat for some, the lack of a gym and a pool may disappoint others. Those seeking a boutique experience with a pool should try The James New York, SoHo.
As an upscale boutique property with sleek urban interiors, a chic garden restaurant, moody lounge bar, and exclusive rooftop bar -- the upscale SIXTY SoHo epitomizes downtown swank. Its location amid prime shopping, dining, and all-night fun in an eternally hip Manhattan neighborhood helps keep it at the top of the cool meter. While most of the 97 rooms aren’t huge, they are handsomely decorated with rich tones, luxe textures, and hardwood floors for a timeless modern feel. Slick chocolate marble bathrooms with Ren toiletries and Sferra bathrobes are nice touches, but tempting minibars are very overpriced (try $12 for a water). While the downtown location and cool ambience are a treat for some, the lack of a gym and a pool may disappoint others. Those seeking a boutique experience with a pool should try The James New York, SoHo.
The 177-room Shoreham is a stylish boutique hotel located a half-block from Fifth Avenue's high-end shopping and five blocks from Central Park. The rooms have a minimalist design that helps distract from their small square-footage -- but the modern look may strike some guests as austere. Room upgrades include unique treats, like five-head rainfall showers and iJoy massage chairs. For a boutique hotel even closer to the park -- and with free Wi-Fi -- consider the Quin.
The 177-room Shoreham is a stylish boutique hotel located a half-block from Fifth Avenue's high-end shopping and five blocks from Central Park. The rooms have a minimalist design that helps distract from their small square-footage -- but the modern look may strike some guests as austere. Room upgrades include unique treats, like five-head rainfall showers and iJoy massage chairs. For a boutique hotel even closer to the park -- and with free Wi-Fi -- consider the Quin.