Why stay here
If you are seeing a show, a hotel within a few minutes' walk of Times Square means an easy walk back after the curtain falls. The area has the densest choice of hotels in Manhattan, from compact budget rooms to large brand hotels.
Who it suits
Theatre-goers, first-time visitors who want to be in the middle of it, and short breaks where saving travel time matters more than a quiet street.
The hotels
Hotels closest to Times Square.
| Hotel | Walk to Times Square | Best for | Breakfast rate | Free cancellation | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casablanca Hotel by Library Hotel Collection Times Square, $$$ | 2 min 0.1 km | Couples, first trips, travellers who value included extras | Yes | Yes | Check availability Running guide |
| The Chatwal New York Midtown / Bryant Park, $$$$ | 2 min 0.2 km | Architecture, special occasions, theatre trips, couples | Not shown | Not shown | Search hotels Running guide |
| The Knickerbocker Times Square, $$$$ | 3 min 0.2 km | Central luxury, Broadway trips, architecture and history | Yes | Yes | Check availability Running guide |
| Tempo by Hilton New York Times Square Times Square, $$$ | 4 min 0.3 km | Broadway, first trips, modern rooms, in-room fitness | Yes | Yes | Check availability Running guide |
| The Westin New York at Times Square Times Square, $$$ | 4 min 0.3 km | First trips, Broadway, families needing multiple rooms | Yes | Yes | Check availability Running guide |
| W New York - Times Square Times Square, $$$$ | 4 min 0.3 km | Nightlife, design, Broadway, couples | Yes | Yes | Check availability Running guide |
| The Muse New York Times Square, $$$ | 4 min 0.3 km | Broadway trips, couples, travellers who want a smaller hotel | Not shown | Yes | Check availability Running guide |
| LUMA Hotel Times Square Times Square, $$$ | 4 min 0.3 km | Couples, quieter central stays, smaller hotels | Yes | Yes | Check availability Running guide |
| Renaissance New York Times Square Hotel Times Square, $$$ | 5 min 0.3 km | Times Square views, Broadway, New Year and event trips | Not shown | Yes | Check availability Running guide |
| Row NYC Hell's Kitchen, $$ | 5 min 0.3 km | Broadway trips, groups needing many rooms, central value | Yes | Yes | Check availability Running guide |
| Margaritaville Resort Times Square Times Square, $$$ | 5 min 0.3 km | Families, groups, travellers who want a pool | Yes | Yes | Check availability Running guide |
| The Algonquin Hotel Times Square Midtown / Bryant Park, $$$ | 5 min 0.4 km | History, literary interest, calmer Midtown, couples | Yes | Yes | Check availability Running guide |
| InterContinental New York Times Square Times Square, $$$ | 5 min 0.4 km | Broadway, business trips, reliable large-hotel standards | Yes | Yes | Check availability Running guide |
| Hotel Edison Times Square Times Square, $$ | 5 min 0.4 km | Theatre trips, value in a central location, film-history interest | Yes | Yes | Check availability Running guide |
Breakfast and free-cancellation columns show whether at least one rate with that feature was offered on Booking.com for a sample stay (10 to 13 February 2027, two adults, read on 7 November 2026). "Not shown" can also mean the hotel had no rooms on those dates. Rates and rules vary by room and date, so check yours.
Walking times are calculated along walkable streets and are a guide.
Trade-offs
What to weigh up.
- Times Square is crowded and bright at most hours. Ask for a higher floor or a room away from the street if noise matters to you.
- Room size varies a lot. Check room size and bed layout before you book.
- Hotels a few streets west in Hell's Kitchen can be quieter and sometimes better value. See the Hell's Kitchen guide.
Questions
Common questions.
Is it worth staying in Times Square?
It is convenient for the theatres and the subway, but it is crowded and busy. If you want a calmer base, look at Midtown East or Hell's Kitchen. Walking time to Times Square is shown for each hotel below.
Which hotels are closest to the Broadway theatres?
The shortest walking times to Times Square are listed first. Most Broadway theatres are within a few blocks of it, but check the address of your theatre.
Keep reading
Related guides.
Sources and update notes
Hotel rates, fees, rules and transport details can change.