The hype
A stunning oasis that smells amazing and feels expensive, but the rooms are shockingly small for the price.
The Times Square Edition
$350-650/ nacht
Boek dit als You want the only stylish, sanity-preserving sanctuary in the middle of the Times Square chaos.
Waarom mensen ervan houden
- Incredible soundproofing that actually blocks out the screaming billboards
- Le Labo amenities with a signature black tea scent
- 701West and The Terrace offer legitimately great dining without leaving the hotel
Snel Overzicht: It’s a design masterpiece with cruise-ship sized rooms and a bathroom situation that demands extreme intimacy.
Beoordeeld door @PetrinaChristine: I was skeptical about staying in Times Square, but this place is a total sanctuary. My room was dead silent despite the chaos outside, and that gym view? Absolutely insane. It feels like a private club in the middle of the city.
Gast die hier verbleef zei
Reality check
You are paying for the Ian Schrager vibe and the location, not the square footage.
- You are a solo traveler or a couple comfortable with nudity
- You prioritize a great gym and high-end design over room size
- You need to be in Midtown but hate the 'tourist trap' aesthetic
Schoonmaak & Onderhoud
8.5
- Housekeeping: Generally thorough daily service, though recent 2025 reports mention occasional missed details like dust on baseboards.
- Bathroom hygiene: Usually sparkling, but watch out for water spots on the glass walls.
- Maintenance: High-end finishes are holding up well, but some wear and tear on carpets in high-traffic areas.
- Linens & towels: Crisp, high-thread-count linens; towels are fluffy but check them for stains (rare but reported).
- Odors & scents: Dominant scent is the custom Le Labo black tea fragrance; no musty smells reported.
Sleepability™
8STIL
0-4LUID
4-7.5GEMATIGD
7.5-10STIL
- Emergency sirens (faint)
- Hallway noise due to thin doors
Voordat je boekt
Goed om te weten
- The destination fee (~$45.90) includes a laundry credit and food/beverage credit — use them or lose them.
- Elevators can be slow during peak check-out times; plan accordingly.
- The lobby is on the 10th floor; ground floor is just a greeting area.
Wat je mee moet nemen
- Eye mask (blackout curtains are good, but the billboard LEDs are nuclear)
- Earplugs (just in case you get a low floor)
- Compact luggage (there is no closet space for a steamer trunk)
Kamer Genie
Beste keuzes
- Corner Suites (for the iconic Times Square views without the noise)
- Premier Rooms (slightly more breathing room than the Deluxe closets)
Kamers om te vermijden
- Standard/Deluxe King (unless you are solo and packing light)
- Low-floor rooms facing 7th Ave (billboard lights can bleed through curtains)
Kamer Aanvraag Genie – kopiëren en plakken
“I am traveling with a lot of luggage and would appreciate a room with maximum floor space, preferably a Premier layout or higher. Quiet high floor away from the elevator is preferred.”
Veelgestelde vragen & Verborgen tips
Alles wat je eigenlijk wilt weten voordat je boekt.
Is it actually quiet inside?
Yes, shockingly so. The soundproofing is industrial-grade, but you will still hear the occasional muffled siren.
Can I fit 3 people in a room?
Absolutely not in a standard room. You will be climbing over each other. Book a suite or two rooms.
Is the destination fee worth it?
Only if you use the laundry and food credits. Otherwise, it's just a hidden tax.
How is the bathroom privacy?
Non-existent in many rooms. Glass boxes with curtains. If you aren't comfortable pooping near your roommate, skip this hotel.
Is it kid-friendly?
Technically yes, but the vibe is very 'adult chic' and the rooms are too small for playpens.
Does the hotel smell like smoke?
No, it smells like the signature Le Labo black tea scent, which is intoxicatingly good.
Tips van Insiders
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Use the laundry credit included in your destination fee to refresh your gym clothes.
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The 'Wellness Deck' off the gym is a hidden outdoor spot with great views and fewer people than the bar.
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Breakfast at The Terrace is excellent, but you can grab a cheaper, high-quality coffee at Bibble and Sip nearby.
5 dingen die je moet weten voordat je gaat
💡The 'closet' in standard rooms is often just a hanging rod in the open.
💡The sink is sometimes in the bedroom, not the bathroom.
💡You might see naked people in the building across the street (and they might see you).
💡The doormen are sometimes more focused on their phones than opening the heavy doors.
💡The nightclub 'Paradise Club' can cause bass vibrations on lower guest floors.
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