Anyone have any experience at either of these hotels?

I stayed at a Paramount, I found it very safe and a perfectly good hotel (Lot of street noise, but I feel like you'd get that anywhere downtown). You can stay there for $200/night

Thanks. Just looked into the Paramount. About $341 that night after all the taxes. A definite possibility.

Why is that weekend so crazy expensive??

Stage Door Sally said: "What dates, 9/23 - 9/25?



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Just Saturday night, 9/23. I have to fly in early Saturday and leave Sunday night.

The Row on 8th Ave- stayed there for the flea market prior to living here- its right around the corner from the flea! Great, no frills, affordable.

I'm sure they are all nice considering their location and prices.

For 9/23, on Priceline Express there is a 4.5* hotel in Chelsea area for $219, with all taxes and fees it comes to a total $294.97. This is most likely the Innside New York NoMad.

There are a number of other 4* hotels under $300 with all taxes and fees included as well.

On Hotwire there is a 4.5* hotel in Midtown East for $199. With ALL taxes and fees it comes to $257.06. Amenities are Pet friendly, Boutique hotel, Smoke-free rooms, Fitness center, Restaurant(s), Business center, Internet access. It's a match on BetterBidding.com for the Westin New York Grand Central.

All above is just a best guess. But in any event, these are 4.5* hotels for these prices.

EDITED to correct a price.

Updated On: 8/17/17 at 03:47 PM

The Hotel at Times Square is part of the Apple Core chain of 5 mostly non-branded hotels. They're generally no frills but decent and a very good value. They have a complimentary continental breakfast which is decent. I usually stay at them in NYC, mainly the 2 in Korea Town (NYMA & La Quinta). You can save a little money if you don't mind the walk. It feels a little sketchy btwn Times Square & Korea Town but it's pretty safe. You can book now and keep checking back closer to the time you'll be there. You can cancel up to 1 day before. And if you rebook at the prepaid rate you might be able to save a little money.

Why pay that much to stay in midtown when you can stay in LIC for cheaper? My go to hotel is the LIC hotel in Queens. It's brand new,clean and you get free breakfast. I never paid more than $100/night. 7 minute ride on the E or 7 into Manhattan.

jbird5 said: "The Hotel at Times Square is part of the Apple Core chain of 5 mostly non-branded hotels. They're generally no frills but decent and a very good value. They have a complimentary continental breakfast which is decent. I usually stay at them in NYC, mainly the 2 in Korea Town (NYMA & La Quinta). You can save a little money if you don't mind the walk. It feels a little sketchy btwn Times Square & Korea Town but it's pretty safe. You can book now and keep checking back closer to the time you'll be there. You can cancel up to 1 day before. And if you rebook at the prepaid rate you might be able to save a little money.



I've stayed here twice and I've had great experiences both times. Its a small hotel but the service has always been very accomodating. I normally come in on a red-eye and once I got my room right away as they had it available and the other time I only had to wait until 10am, which I really appreciated. Its close enough to TS to get quickly to shows etc, but just enough off that its really quiet at night. They have the breakfast in the morning. It also has a Starbucks right beside it, which I always appreciate.

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If you can hold off, I would suggest booking about 2 weeks out. In my experience, about a month before the prices can be at their highest. Or if you need to book now, make a cancellable reservation just in case you find something cheaper closer to the date.

If you are traveling by yourself, I would also look into the citizenM.
When I visit I usually stay at the 44th St Intercontinental (you can easily find an IHG friends and family discount link) or the citizenM.

Take a look at the Belvedere on 47th Street. Sometimes the rates are quite reasonable. Don't know about September.

adamgreer said: "Thanks. Just looked into the Paramount. About $341 that night after all the taxes. A definite possibility.

Why is that weekend so crazy expensive??"

The Broadway Flea Market always seems to occur during the UN General Assembly, one of the more expensive weeks for hotels in my experience.