This 369-room downtown property is centrally located within walking distance of major subway lines, luxe boutiques, top restaurants, and popular nightlife spots. The lobby is often bustling, due to its spacious lounge, small cafe, and free use of computer workstations and Wi-Fi. Though cookie-cutter in design, rooms are clean, and some offer great Manhattan views. However, the in-room Wi-Fi charge makes some guests feel as though they are being nickel-and-dimed, and the hotel offers few amenities.
This 369-room downtown property is centrally located within walking distance of major subway lines, luxe boutiques, top restaurants, and popular nightlife spots. The lobby is often bustling, due to its spacious lounge, small cafe, and free use of computer workstations and Wi-Fi. Though cookie-cutter in design, rooms are clean, and some offer great Manhattan views. However, the in-room Wi-Fi charge makes some guests feel as though they are being nickel-and-dimed, and the hotel offers few amenities.
This 460-room Hilton in touristy Times Square was built in 2000 and renovated in 2013, so it feels modern and fresh. Standard rooms are some of the biggest in the area at 330 square feet, and since the hotel begins on the building's 21st floor, views from most of the rooms, the lobby, and the fitness center are all exceptional. If Times Square is where you need to be in NYC, then the Hilton offers a nice respite from the hectic neighborhood many floors below. It's one of the best four-pearl values in this popular neighborhood, though families may want to consider the two-room suites at the nearby DoubleTree Suites by Hilton.
This 460-room Hilton in touristy Times Square was built in 2000 and renovated in 2013, so it feels modern and fresh. Standard rooms are some of the biggest in the area at 330 square feet, and since the hotel begins on the building's 21st floor, views from most of the rooms, the lobby, and the fitness center are all exceptional. If Times Square is where you need to be in NYC, then the Hilton offers a nice respite from the hectic neighborhood many floors below. It's one of the best four-pearl values in this popular neighborhood, though families may want to consider the two-room suites at the nearby DoubleTree Suites by Hilton.
Spacious rooms with large marble bathrooms; impeccable service from a multilingual concierge staff; a well-equipped gym; and a convenient location two blocks from Times Square and close to every major subway in Manhattan; the quiet, 398-room Sofitel is one of the best all-around hotels in Midtown West.
Spacious rooms with large marble bathrooms; impeccable service from a multilingual concierge staff; a well-equipped gym; and a convenient location two blocks from Times Square and close to every major subway in Manhattan; the quiet, 398-room Sofitel is one of the best all-around hotels in Midtown West.
This 347-room Days Inn has some positives: a great location on the residential Upper West Side; spacious rooms; and free Wi-Fi. But overall, the property feels dated, despite ongoing renovations. Rooms on the upper floors are bright, with modern decor and updated technology, but lower floors that have not received renovations are dated and musty. On-site amenities are few; there is a small fitness center with just two machines and a similarly sized business center. Rates are reasonable, but it's worth comparing with other properties in the area, such as the Newton Hotel or Marrakech Hotel.
This 347-room Days Inn has some positives: a great location on the residential Upper West Side; spacious rooms; and free Wi-Fi. But overall, the property feels dated, despite ongoing renovations. Rooms on the upper floors are bright, with modern decor and updated technology, but lower floors that have not received renovations are dated and musty. On-site amenities are few; there is a small fitness center with just two machines and a similarly sized business center. Rates are reasonable, but it's worth comparing with other properties in the area, such as the Newton Hotel or Marrakech Hotel.
Located in Hell's Kitchen within a five-minute walk of Times Square, the mid-range French Quarters NYC has 22 rooms and five suites, which include kitchenettes with mini-fridges, coffeemakers, sinks, and stove tops. Two-Bedroom Suites include separate living areas and private balconies or patios, some with scenic skyline views. A continental breakfast is included in the rate, and there's a popular on-site restaurant serving Creole-style cuisine, with room service available. Travelers might also want to check out the nearby TRYP by Wyndham New York Times Square, which includes fitness and business centers, though rates can be higher.
Located in Hell's Kitchen within a five-minute walk of Times Square, the mid-range French Quarters NYC has 22 rooms and five suites, which include kitchenettes with mini-fridges, coffeemakers, sinks, and stove tops. Two-Bedroom Suites include separate living areas and private balconies or patios, some with scenic skyline views. A continental breakfast is included in the rate, and there's a popular on-site restaurant serving Creole-style cuisine, with room service available. Travelers might also want to check out the nearby TRYP by Wyndham New York Times Square, which includes fitness and business centers, though rates can be higher.
The mid-range Lex Hotel is a sleek, 48-room boutique hotel with affordable rates couched between New York's Gramercy Park and Murray Hill neighborhoods, near the subway and lots of dining options. The stylish rooms have queen-size beds, 40-inch flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and black-and-white tile bathrooms. Mini-fridges are available on request. Superior Queen Rooms and Junior Suites have balconies, but they face other buildings. A continental breakfast is included in the room rate, adding to the hotel's value. Travelers might want to compare rates with the nearby Marcel at Gramercy, which has funkier rooms and a 10th-floor lounge, but Wi-Fi and breakfast come with fees.
The mid-range Lex Hotel is a sleek, 48-room boutique hotel with affordable rates couched between New York's Gramercy Park and Murray Hill neighborhoods, near the subway and lots of dining options. The stylish rooms have queen-size beds, 40-inch flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and black-and-white tile bathrooms. Mini-fridges are available on request. Superior Queen Rooms and Junior Suites have balconies, but they face other buildings. A continental breakfast is included in the room rate, adding to the hotel's value. Travelers might want to compare rates with the nearby Marcel at Gramercy, which has funkier rooms and a 10th-floor lounge, but Wi-Fi and breakfast come with fees.
The Econo Lodge Times Square offers 56 tiny rooms in a basic hotel whose big draw is its location; the property is situated about two blocks from its namesake, and is near the Theater District and subways. The rooms have comfortable mattresses in spaces so small it’s a challenge to drag a suitcase around the bed. Generally, cleanliness is at a good level at this value hotel, and the free continental breakfast often garners positive comments. Guests have noted worn carpeting, the occasional lapse in cleanliness, strong cleaning product smells, and that lower floors are noisy; the hotel provides earplugs, but sensitive sleepers may want to request higher floors.
The Econo Lodge Times Square offers 56 tiny rooms in a basic hotel whose big draw is its location; the property is situated about two blocks from its namesake, and is near the Theater District and subways. The rooms have comfortable mattresses in spaces so small it’s a challenge to drag a suitcase around the bed. Generally, cleanliness is at a good level at this value hotel, and the free continental breakfast often garners positive comments. Guests have noted worn carpeting, the occasional lapse in cleanliness, strong cleaning product smells, and that lower floors are noisy; the hotel provides earplugs, but sensitive sleepers may want to request higher floors.
The three-and-a-half-pearl Holiday Inn Manhattan - Financial District is a reasonably priced, 50-story chain hotel a brief walk from Wall Street. The property opened in late 2014 as the world’s tallest Holiday Inn, and many of its rooms offer impressive views -- some look out on the nearby Freedom Tower. A subway station is only a one-minute walk away, making connections to the rest of the city easy. The 492 rooms are small but modern and nicely decorated, with upscale bathrooms, safes, and coffeemakers, but no mini-fridges. Features include concierge service, a restaurant/bar, and guest laundry facilities, but there’s no on-site parking. For a nearby alternative set in beautiful old building, consider the upper-middle-range Wall Street Inn, which offers free breakfast, rooms with mini-fridges, and equally attractive rates, though decor is old fashioned.
The three-and-a-half-pearl Holiday Inn Manhattan - Financial District is a reasonably priced, 50-story chain hotel a brief walk from Wall Street. The property opened in late 2014 as the world’s tallest Holiday Inn, and many of its rooms offer impressive views -- some look out on the nearby Freedom Tower. A subway station is only a one-minute walk away, making connections to the rest of the city easy. The 492 rooms are small but modern and nicely decorated, with upscale bathrooms, safes, and coffeemakers, but no mini-fridges. Features include concierge service, a restaurant/bar, and guest laundry facilities, but there’s no on-site parking. For a nearby alternative set in beautiful old building, consider the upper-middle-range Wall Street Inn, which offers free breakfast, rooms with mini-fridges, and equally attractive rates, though decor is old fashioned.
The Muse - Kimpton is a trendy, upscale hotel with 200 rooms and suites, located just half a block from Times Square in Midtown Manhattan. Rooms are spacious for New York City, and have pop art decor with splashes of hot pink; some feature balconies with city views. Amenities include free evening wine receptions (a Kimpton trademark), a 24-hour fitness center, five meeting rooms, and a restaurant -- NICOS -- offering European fare. There's no spa, but in-room massages can be arranged. Overall, this is a nice boutique alternative to the many mega-hotels in the neighborhood; the Sanctuary Hotel is another stylish boutique nearby, but its rooms are smaller.
The Muse - Kimpton is a trendy, upscale hotel with 200 rooms and suites, located just half a block from Times Square in Midtown Manhattan. Rooms are spacious for New York City, and have pop art decor with splashes of hot pink; some feature balconies with city views. Amenities include free evening wine receptions (a Kimpton trademark), a 24-hour fitness center, five meeting rooms, and a restaurant -- NICOS -- offering European fare. There's no spa, but in-room massages can be arranged. Overall, this is a nice boutique alternative to the many mega-hotels in the neighborhood; the Sanctuary Hotel is another stylish boutique nearby, but its rooms are smaller.
The 138-room Roger Smith is an artsy mid-range boutique hotel conveniently located in Midtown East, within walking distance of major attractions and seven subway lines. This family-run property has tons of thoughtful touches, including individually decorated rooms with hand-picked antiques, free yogurt and granola in the lobby, and rotating art exhibitions in common spaces. It lacks most of the amenities found in larger hotels, such as a full restaurant and a fitness center, but the Roger Smith offers free passes to a local chain gym and offers room service from local restaurants. Those looking to stay closer to Central Park may want to compare rates at the Fitzpatrick Manhattan Hotel, which has a similar vibe and a popular gastro-pub.
The 138-room Roger Smith is an artsy mid-range boutique hotel conveniently located in Midtown East, within walking distance of major attractions and seven subway lines. This family-run property has tons of thoughtful touches, including individually decorated rooms with hand-picked antiques, free yogurt and granola in the lobby, and rotating art exhibitions in common spaces. It lacks most of the amenities found in larger hotels, such as a full restaurant and a fitness center, but the Roger Smith offers free passes to a local chain gym and offers room service from local restaurants. Those looking to stay closer to Central Park may want to compare rates at the Fitzpatrick Manhattan Hotel, which has a similar vibe and a popular gastro-pub.