Opened in 2014, the 293-room Homewood Suites by Hilton is the brand’s first entry into New York City, offering modern suite-like accommodations for budget-minded travelers. Built on the former site of a parking lot, the 22-story hotel offers a glimmer of modernity on a somewhat gloomy and busy block that's within walking distance of Times Square and Madison Square Garden. Free perks include daily breakfast and a 24-hour lobby coffee station and the lobby, rooftop terrace, and rooms with kitchenettes and sofa beds create a homey feel. Nearby chain hotels, such as the Courtyard by Marriott, offer similar rates and are worth considering since guests here have complained of street noise and the smallish bathrooms.
Opened in 2014, the 293-room Homewood Suites by Hilton is the brand’s first entry into New York City, offering modern suite-like accommodations for budget-minded travelers. Built on the former site of a parking lot, the 22-story hotel offers a glimmer of modernity on a somewhat gloomy and busy block that's within walking distance of Times Square and Madison Square Garden. Free perks include daily breakfast and a 24-hour lobby coffee station and the lobby, rooftop terrace, and rooms with kitchenettes and sofa beds create a homey feel. Nearby chain hotels, such as the Courtyard by Marriott, offer similar rates and are worth considering since guests here have complained of street noise and the smallish bathrooms.
A Midtown West landmark where The New Yorker magazine was founded, the 181-room, upper-middle-range Algonquin uses Old-World style, a literary theme, and a resident cat to attract tourist couples, business travelers, and the occasional Nobel laureate. Rooms underwent extensive renovations in early 2012, receiving a contemporary black-and-gold design and up-to-date bathrooms with walk-in showers and Beekman 1802 toiletries. However, some rooms have furnishings showing wear, overwhelming perfume smells, and noise issues, despite not facing the street. A restaurant and bar are worth checking out for their long literary history, but better options are within an easy walking distance. A gym and free Wi-Fi are offered, but no spa is on-site. Its central location a block from Times Square and within walking distance to multiple subway lines makes it a solid pick, but it's worth considering the more upscale The Iroquois.
A Midtown West landmark where The New Yorker magazine was founded, the 181-room, upper-middle-range Algonquin uses Old-World style, a literary theme, and a resident cat to attract tourist couples, business travelers, and the occasional Nobel laureate. Rooms underwent extensive renovations in early 2012, receiving a contemporary black-and-gold design and up-to-date bathrooms with walk-in showers and Beekman 1802 toiletries. However, some rooms have furnishings showing wear, overwhelming perfume smells, and noise issues, despite not facing the street. A restaurant and bar are worth checking out for their long literary history, but better options are within an easy walking distance. A gym and free Wi-Fi are offered, but no spa is on-site. Its central location a block from Times Square and within walking distance to multiple subway lines makes it a solid pick, but it's worth considering the more upscale The Iroquois.
The mid-range La Quinta Manhattan's 2014 makeover brought a surprisingly chic look to the common areas, which now sport black tile, wire globe lighting, bright flowers, and bold patterns. The 182 rooms also got a facelift, receiving fresh fabrics in warm neutral tones, flat-screen TVs, and pillow-top mattresses -- but they are still chain-like and most are a bit on the dark side, especially on lower floors. It's smack in the middle of Koreatown, just a half-block from a host of subway trains and walking distance to shopping, restaurants, and tourist hot spots like the Empire State Building. This, plus the cool rooftop bar and multiple freebies -- including a free breakfast buffet -- make it a great value. Do shop around though as rates fluctuate, and more upscale nearby hotels such as the Martha Washington are sometimes similarly priced.
The mid-range La Quinta Manhattan's 2014 makeover brought a surprisingly chic look to the common areas, which now sport black tile, wire globe lighting, bright flowers, and bold patterns. The 182 rooms also got a facelift, receiving fresh fabrics in warm neutral tones, flat-screen TVs, and pillow-top mattresses -- but they are still chain-like and most are a bit on the dark side, especially on lower floors. It's smack in the middle of Koreatown, just a half-block from a host of subway trains and walking distance to shopping, restaurants, and tourist hot spots like the Empire State Building. This, plus the cool rooftop bar and multiple freebies -- including a free breakfast buffet -- make it a great value. Do shop around though as rates fluctuate, and more upscale nearby hotels such as the Martha Washington are sometimes similarly priced.
Housed in a section of one of Manhattan's priciest apartment buildings, the five-pearl Park Hyatt New York offers a slice of life as a Midtown millionaire. The 210 rooms range in size from Standard Rooms to Presidential Suites, and come with balconies and Nespresso coffeemakers. However, views are only impressive from the higher floors and guests staying on lower levels may feel hemmed in. Features include a spa, a fitness center, and a pool, plus a restaurant serving new American cuisine. Travelers who want to stay at a sleek, luxury destination in midtown Manhattan may want to compare rates at the comparably priced Mandarin Oriental, which has sumptuous rooms, views of Central Park, and excellent on-site dining.
Housed in a section of one of Manhattan's priciest apartment buildings, the five-pearl Park Hyatt New York offers a slice of life as a Midtown millionaire. The 210 rooms range in size from Standard Rooms to Presidential Suites, and come with balconies and Nespresso coffeemakers. However, views are only impressive from the higher floors and guests staying on lower levels may feel hemmed in. Features include a spa, a fitness center, and a pool, plus a restaurant serving new American cuisine. Travelers who want to stay at a sleek, luxury destination in midtown Manhattan may want to compare rates at the comparably priced Mandarin Oriental, which has sumptuous rooms, views of Central Park, and excellent on-site dining.
Opened in late 2007, the futuristic 88-room 6 Columbus is two minutes from Central Park in Midtown West -- a beautiful, convenient, but not so hip location. Sleek style and high-end comforts like 400-count sheets and C.O. Bigelow bath products keep pace with its famed SoHo sister, 60 Thompson, but there's no gym, business center, or celebrities.
Opened in late 2007, the futuristic 88-room 6 Columbus is two minutes from Central Park in Midtown West -- a beautiful, convenient, but not so hip location. Sleek style and high-end comforts like 400-count sheets and C.O. Bigelow bath products keep pace with its famed SoHo sister, 60 Thompson, but there's no gym, business center, or celebrities.
Opened in 2000, the lively upscale Hudson Hotel is a hip boutique property in Midtown Manhattan, a four-minute walk to Central Park. While the property underwent extensive renovations to achieve its cool current vibe, it embraces several elements from the original 1929 construction to retain an industrial-chic air, including exposed brick and ductwork. Snug rooms are outfitted with retro-chic decor selected by French designer Philippe Starck, and include high-end amenities. The hotel serves as the flagship location of the cool Umami Burger franchise, and the Library Bar offers a cozy setting for billiards and handcrafted cocktails. Seasonal outdoor spaces include a charming garden area and a 15th-floor rooftop terrace with panoramic city views. There’s a modern gym in the basement, though there’s no pool or spa. The nearby Dream Midtown is a similar alternative, with a two-story rooftop bar and an Italian restaurant -- but doesn't have a pesky urban resort fee.
Opened in 2000, the lively upscale Hudson Hotel is a hip boutique property in Midtown Manhattan, a four-minute walk to Central Park. While the property underwent extensive renovations to achieve its cool current vibe, it embraces several elements from the original 1929 construction to retain an industrial-chic air, including exposed brick and ductwork. Snug rooms are outfitted with retro-chic decor selected by French designer Philippe Starck, and include high-end amenities. The hotel serves as the flagship location of the cool Umami Burger franchise, and the Library Bar offers a cozy setting for billiards and handcrafted cocktails. Seasonal outdoor spaces include a charming garden area and a 15th-floor rooftop terrace with panoramic city views. There’s a modern gym in the basement, though there’s no pool or spa. The nearby Dream Midtown is a similar alternative, with a two-story rooftop bar and an Italian restaurant -- but doesn't have a pesky urban resort fee.
This health-conscious chain hotel is riddled with wellness-oriented features, including an excellent fitness center with modern machines and in-room fitness zones with exercise balls, yoga mats, and a selection of workout channels. The upper-middle-range property also has a casual eatery that offers various healthy bites and beverages. The 150 guest rooms, though small, are clean and stylish, featuring pleasant contemporary decor and modern conveniences like Keurig machines, mini-fridges, iHome docks, and sleek bathrooms with rainfall showers. The convenient midtown location is close to Penn Station and right by the A, C, and E subway stop, plus it's within walking distance of several top attractions like the Empire State Building. For a nearby alternate with more features, check out the W New York Times Square, which has two restaurants and a bar -- but it's pricier.
This health-conscious chain hotel is riddled with wellness-oriented features, including an excellent fitness center with modern machines and in-room fitness zones with exercise balls, yoga mats, and a selection of workout channels. The upper-middle-range property also has a casual eatery that offers various healthy bites and beverages. The 150 guest rooms, though small, are clean and stylish, featuring pleasant contemporary decor and modern conveniences like Keurig machines, mini-fridges, iHome docks, and sleek bathrooms with rainfall showers. The convenient midtown location is close to Penn Station and right by the A, C, and E subway stop, plus it's within walking distance of several top attractions like the Empire State Building. For a nearby alternate with more features, check out the W New York Times Square, which has two restaurants and a bar -- but it's pricier.
The 618-room Stewart Hotel offers great beds with a six-choice pillow menu, a top-notch fitness center, Aveda bath products, in-room kitchens, and David Rockwell design (a $24 million renovation was completed in 2011). It's a great option near the Javits Center or Madison Square Garden; just beware the street noise on lower-floor rooms.
The 618-room Stewart Hotel offers great beds with a six-choice pillow menu, a top-notch fitness center, Aveda bath products, in-room kitchens, and David Rockwell design (a $24 million renovation was completed in 2011). It's a great option near the Javits Center or Madison Square Garden; just beware the street noise on lower-floor rooms.
One block from the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, this 56-room hotel, surrounded by parking lots and warehouses, is convenient for conventioneers -- and only conventioneers. The inside is bare-bones, but tidy, and rooms come with flat-screen TVs, hairdryers, and coffeemakers. It's worth checking the rates at competing Javits-serving hotels, like the Magnuson Convention Center Hotel.
One block from the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, this 56-room hotel, surrounded by parking lots and warehouses, is convenient for conventioneers -- and only conventioneers. The inside is bare-bones, but tidy, and rooms come with flat-screen TVs, hairdryers, and coffeemakers. It's worth checking the rates at competing Javits-serving hotels, like the Magnuson Convention Center Hotel.
The name is a mouthful, but the three-pearl Holiday Inn Express New York City Times Square rightly touts its convenient location near one of the city's top tourist attractions. The 210 rooms are small, even by Manhattan standards, but some have king beds. Perks include a free hot continental breakfast, a nice extra for budget-minded travelers in a part of town that's not known for being cheap or having great food. But there's no full restaurant or bar on-site. Travelers looking for an affordable property in the area may want to check out this Holiday Inn's two comparable neighbors: the Hampton Inn Times Square South, which also includes free breakfast, and the Candlewood Suites New York City - Times Square next door, which has larger rooms with kitchens.
The name is a mouthful, but the three-pearl Holiday Inn Express New York City Times Square rightly touts its convenient location near one of the city's top tourist attractions. The 210 rooms are small, even by Manhattan standards, but some have king beds. Perks include a free hot continental breakfast, a nice extra for budget-minded travelers in a part of town that's not known for being cheap or having great food. But there's no full restaurant or bar on-site. Travelers looking for an affordable property in the area may want to check out this Holiday Inn's two comparable neighbors: the Hampton Inn Times Square South, which also includes free breakfast, and the Candlewood Suites New York City - Times Square next door, which has larger rooms with kitchens.