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Square Hotel at Times Square

Name: Square Hotel at Times Square
Address: 226 W 50th St, New York, New York, 10019, New York, US

★★★·8.1/ 10Recommended

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📍226 W 50th St, New York, New York, 10019 · New York ↗

Express check-outMeeting roomsHealth or beauty spa nearby24-hour front deskLuggage storageExpress check-in/check-outAll 36 facilities +

Review

Guest scores & sentiment

From 77 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-21

Guests consistently praise the prime location near Times Square and subway, plus generally friendly staff. However, many report dated and cramped rooms, aging facilities like broken AC and poor shower drainage, and inconsistent housekeeping with stains, pests, or odors. The paid breakfast is considered inadequate, and overall value for money is low. Suitable for travelers prioritizing location over room quality.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Location9.0

Surroundings7.4

Wi-Fi7.2

Service7.2

Rooms6.5

Cleanliness6.3

Value6.0

Facilities5.7

＋ PraisedPrime location near Times Square and subway · Nice lobby and friendly staff · Excellent location · Friendly staff

－ ComplaintsRooms outdated and mismatch online photos · Poor bathroom drainage, broken fixtures and hygiene issues · AC failures and unstable hot water · Poor value for money

KEYBest for sightseeing-focused travelers who prioritize location over room quality. Verify actual room conditions before booking and manage expectations regarding amenities and cleanliness.

FAQ · grounded in hotel data & reviews

locationHow is the location and transportation convenience?＋

The location is prime near Times Square and subway, with abundant nearby dining. However, rooms have poor soundproofing.

pros_consWhat are the main pros and cons of this hotel?＋

Pros: Prime location, friendly staff, modern lobby. Cons: Dated/cramped rooms, aging facilities, inconsistent cleanliness, and low value.

roomWhat is the condition and hygiene of the rooms?＋

Rooms are often described as dated and cramped. Hygiene varies, with some reports of stains, odors, or pests in bathrooms.

diningHow is the breakfast and dining option?＋

There is a restaurant and bar on-site. However, breakfast is criticized as inadequate, snack-like, and overpriced.

serviceHow is the attitude of the front desk and service staff?＋

Front desk and bellhop staff are generally praised for being friendly and helpful. 24-hour front desk and concierge services are available.

policyWhat are the check-in/out times? Are pets or children allowed?＋

Check-in is at 15:00 and check-out at 12:00. The hotel does not allow children or pets.

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Room types · 7

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

1 × King bed21 ㎡up to 3

1 King Bed225 sq feet Layout - Separate sitting areaInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 43-inch flat-screen TV, digital channels, and iPod dockFood & Drink - Free bottled waterSleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, bathrobes, and designer toiletriesPractical - Laptop workspace, safe, and iron/ironing boardComfort - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and air conditioningAccessibility - Closed-captioned TVEco-friendly - LED light bulbsNon-Smoking

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

2 × Double bed19 ㎡up to 4

2 Double Beds200 sq feet Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 43-inch flat-screen TV, digital channels, and iPod dockFood & Drink - Free bottled waterSleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, bathrobes, and designer toiletriesPractical - Laptop workspace, safe, and iron/ironing boardComfort - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and air conditioningAccessibility - Closed-captioned TVEco-friendly - LED light bulbsNon-Smoking

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RoomRoom, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

2 × Double bed19 ㎡up to 4

2 Double Beds200 sq feet Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 43-inch flat-screen TV, digital channels, and iPod dockFood & Drink - Free bottled waterSleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, bathrobes, and designer toiletriesPractical - Laptop workspace, safe, and iron/ironing boardComfort - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and air conditioningAccessibility - Portable shower seatEco-friendly - LED light bulbsNon-Smoking

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

1 × King bed17 ㎡up to 2

1 King Bed180 sq feet Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 43-inch flat-screen TV, digital channels, and iPod dockFood & Drink - Free bottled waterSleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, bathrobes, and designer toiletriesPractical - Laptop workspace, safe, and iron/ironing boardComfort - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and air conditioningAccessibility - Closed-captioned TVEco-friendly - LED light bulbsNon-Smoking

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

1 × Queen Bed11 ㎡up to 2

1 Queen Bed120 sq feet Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 43-inch flat-screen TV, digital channels, and iPod dockFood & Drink - Free bottled waterSleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, bathrobes, and designer toiletriesPractical - Laptop workspace, safe, and iron/ironing boardComfort - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and air conditioningAccessibility - Portable shower seatEco-friendly - LED light bulbsNon-Smoking

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Room, 1 Twin Bed

1 × Twin bed11 ㎡up to 1

1 Twin Bed115 sq feet Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 43-inch flat-screen TV, digital channels, and iPod dockFood & Drink - Free bottled waterSleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, bathrobes, and designer toiletriesPractical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and phoneComfort - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and air conditioningAccessibility - Closed-captioned TVEco-friendly - LED light bulbsNon-Smoking

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RoomSuperior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

1 × Queen Bed11 ㎡up to 2

1 Queen Bed122 sq feet Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 43-inch flat-screen TV, digital channels, and iPod dockFood & Drink - Free bottled waterSleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, bathrobes, and designer toiletriesPractical - Laptop workspace, safe, and iron/ironing boardComfort - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and air conditioningAccessibility - Closed-captioned TVEco-friendly - LED light bulbsNon-Smoking

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DiningSights

Le Bernardin

french, seafood · ★★★ Michelin

$$$$

Well-heeled patrons continue to hold court in this iconic Midtown restaurant led by the ever-gracious Chef Eric Ripert. Truly, this is the moment to dress up, as diamond necklaces and finely pressed suits fill the kinetic dining room night after night. Seafood has long been the calling card of a kitchen that offers a sizeable à la carte menu and doesn’t force guests into lengthy tasting experiences. Salmon with horseradish emulsion alongside the signature yellowfin tuna pounded thin and laid over toasted baguette smeared with foie gras speaks to a quietly sophisticated, confident style ground

302m

Per Se

american, french · ★★★ Michelin

$$$$

An experience at Thomas Keller’s Per Se is one to be savored, recounted and remembered. In a city where space itself is a luxury, the dining room is impressively scaled, offering both stellar views of Central Park as well as precious privacy from table to table. As for the cooking, the French kitchen closely aligns itself with the seasons, sourcing best-in-class product and preparing them with razor-sharp refinement. Signatures like “Oysters and Pearls” or the grand dessert finale are reliable, thrilling bookends. What happens in between is a mature study in confidence and class. An effortless

739m

Masa

sushi · ★★ Michelin

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There is nothing like an omakase in the care of Chef Masa Takayama. The commotion of Columbus Circle gives way to the calm, collected ceremony of a room anchored by a strikingly smooth hinoki counter. Everything is in place, as chefs and servers work with a kind of harmony that recalls ballet. Every decision, every move, is in the service of his distinctive style, which many have copied but none have mastered. Fragrant white and black truffles, pearly beads of Osetra caviar, and vibrant garnishes make for brilliant touches that straddle the line between luxury and excess. Few have both the ima

760m

Sushi Sho

Japanese, Sushi · ★★★ Michelin

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In the shadow of the New York Public Library, Chef Keiji Nakazawa exemplifies mastery of the highest order. His omakase is utterly unique. The progression ebbs and flows with a dazzling variety of fish, shellfish, vegetables and more; applying an extensive use of fermentation techniques first developed in Japan. Reverent, while also honoring flexibility and evolution, the chef and team are constantly honing their craft.The setting is its own marvel and features a Hinoki counter flanked by towering ice boxes fronted with carved wood doors, while all around, the kitchen and service teams work in

1.1km

Mari

korean · ★ Michelin

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Mari, which means “roll” in Korean, is Hell’s Kitchen’s latest destination from the talented Sungchul Shim, who made a name for himself at his tasting counter (Kochi) just down the street. Those familiar with casual Japanese handroll counters are in for a surprise as Chef Shim reimagines the genre as a tasting menu, primed with top-notch ingredients and Korean flavors.Glistening planks of Scottish salmon; tender strips of cured mackerel; and three types of mushrooms are placed on beds of rice cradled in seaweed. Chefs work swiftly, moving from one roll to the next with nowhere to hide in this

439m

YingTao

Contemporary, Chinese · ★ Michelin

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This stylish Hell's Kitchen hideaway is an unassumingly ambitious project that highlights Chinese cuisine with flair and class. Under the leadership of Chef Emily Yuen, the focused tasting menu features simultaneously inventive and familiar dishes using top-quality meat and seafood. Wontons with Berkshire pork and tiger prawns float in a soulful broth, while black cod arrives on a disc of silky tofu dressed with a rich, numbing, mala sauce. Riffs on chicken wings and fried chicken showcase a more playful side. To finish, a coconut-forward nian gao (sweet rice cake) is a delightful play on text

472m

Jean-Georges

french · ★★ Michelin

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875m

Gabriel Kreuther

French, Contemporary · ★★ Michelin

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At the base of the Grace building on the edge of Bryant Park, this cavernous restaurant is dressed in luxury from top to bottom. A large bar welcomes a boisterous after-work crowd, while the spacious dining room is a work of cream-colored banquettes, fine art and sparkling cutlery. Alsatian-born Chef Gabriel Kreuther cooks with a global sensibility rooted in excellent French technique. Warm kugelhopf with chive fromage blanc as well as the smoked sturgeon and sauerkraut tart are indulgent, gratifying classics, while bass with wax bean ragout and mussels celebrates the seasons. An old-school ch

904m

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Square Hotel at Times Square

Guest scores & sentiment

Room types · 7

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Room, 1 Twin Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Facilities · 36

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