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Best Western President Hotel at Times Square

3 stars
234 West 48th Street, New York City, NY 10036
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.4
out of 5
363 reviews
A Suze

Great location. Decent rooms. Average price. Walking distance to Times Square and theatres and... See full review

  • A Suze
  • Jan 23, 2012
Great NYC ChristmasTrip

The staff was very warm and welcoming! They were very accomodating and I would return to this... See full review

  • HannahMary
  • Dec 27, 2011
Amenity-heavy hotel in Times Square with a hip, modern vibe
The Best Western President Hotel at Times Square looks traditional on the outside, but the interior spaces have a youthful, modern look. A renovation gave rooms and public spaces a clean look. Free Wi-Fi, a fitness center, business center and plenty of in-room amenities appeal to business and leisure travelers. The central Times Square location puts guests close to attractions such as theaters, shopping and Central Park.
Highlights
  • Renovated rooms with chic, modern decor
  • Upscale amenities including free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs
  • Central to Times Square entertainment and shopping
Location

This hotel puts guests in the center of it all -- shopping, entertainment and dining. Times Square shops such as the Hershey Store and M&Ms World are just down the street. The Eugene O'Neill Theater and Barrymore Theater are a block away. Rockefeller Center, Central Park and he upscale shops on Fifth Avenue are a short walk from the hotel.

Rooms

Each of the 334 rooms has been recently renovated with a modern flair, featuring chic, black and white decor with colorful accents. The list of amenities is long. Rooms boast hairdryer, iron and ironing board, flat-screen TVs, iPod docking stations, free Wi-Fi and free long-distance for calls less than 30 minutes. Suites have sitting areas and available refrigerators and balconies. The two Penthouses have terraces.

Features

Children under 17 stay free in the room (using existing bedding) with one paying adult.

 

Concierge service is available.

 

Two on-site restaurants and a lounge serve guests' dining needs. Saigon 48 serves Vietnamese cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Aoki Japanese restaurant is open for lunch and dinner. The lounge also serves breakfast. Room service is available.

Transportation
  • La Guardia Airport (25 minutes)
  • John F. Kennedy International Airport (35 minutes)
  • Newark International Airport (40 minutes)
  • MTA subway, A, C, E lines at 50th St, N, R, Q lines at 49th St (1 minute walking)

 

Attractions
  • Times Square (0.02 mi/ 0.32 km)
  • Broadway theaters (0.02 mi/ 0.32 km)
  • Rockefeller Center (0.05 mi/ 0.80 km)
  • Radio City Music Hall (0.04 mi/ 0.64 km)
  • Fifth Avenue (0.05 mi/ 0.80 km)
  • Central Park (0.08 mi/ 1.29 km)
Business
  • Business center
  • Meeting space
  • Free Wi-Fi

 

Best Western President Hotel at Times Square Rooms

Executive Suite
Executive Suite with a King sized Bed and a Queen Sized Sleeper-sofa, Deluxe Furnishing, Comes with a spacious sitting area within the same room, Lounge Chair and ottoman, 42-inch Flat Screen TV, Jacuzzi Tub and Stand up Shower in the bathroom, Alarm Clock with Ipod Dock, Work Desk with enhanced lighting and an ergonomic chair, Hi-Speed Internet, Mini-refrigerator, Coffee-Maker, Iron & Ironing Board, Hair Dryer and In-room Safe.
Standard Queen
Room with One Queen-sized Bed with 37-inch Flat Screen TV, Alarm Clock with Ipod Dock, Hi-Speed Internet,Coffee-Maker, Iron & Ironing Board, Hair Dryer and In-room Safe.
Deluxe Queen
Room with One Queen-sized Bed, deluxe furnishing, with 37-inch Flat Screen TV, Alarm Clock with Ipod Dock, Hi-Speed Internet, Work Desk with enhanced lighting and an ergonomic chair, Coffee-Maker, Iron & Ironing Board, Hair Dryer and In-room Safe.
Junior Suite
Junior Suite with a Queen Bed and a Twin-Sized Sleeper-Sofa in the same room, 42-inch Flat Screen TV, Alarm Clock with Ipod Dock, Work Desk with enhanced lighting and an ergonomic chair, Hi-Speed Internet, Mini-refrigerator, Coffee-Maker, Iron & Ironing Board, Hair Dryer and In-room Safe.
Standard Full
Room with One Full-sized Bed with 37-inch Flat Screen TV, Alarm Clock with Ipod Dock, Hi-Speed Internet, Coffee-Maker, Iron & Ironing Board, Hair Dryer and In-room Safe.
Deluxe Suite
Deluxe Suite with One Queen Bed and a Queen-Sized Sleeper-sofa in the same room, Deluxe Furnishing,42" flat panel televisions, WiFi internet access, iHome iPod docking station with alarm, free long distance calls under 30 minutes, free local calls, two line phones with voicemail, coffee/tea maker, iron and ironing Board, complimentary bath amenities, electronic in-room safes, complimentary weekday newspaper. The President also proudly offers round-the-clock room service for those desiring the most intimate dining experience.

Hotel Map

234 West 48th Street, New York City, NY 10036

Area served
Midtown Times Square, New York City, Manhattan, Broadway, New York
Nearby airports
LaGuardia Airport 12 miles, John F. Kennedy Airport 17 miles, Newark International Airport 22 miles
Area description
The Best Western President Hotel is an exceptional, experiential hotel in the heart of Times Square, Broadway, and Midtown businesses. Enjoy the style that New York is famous for at the value that Best Western is famous for.

Amenities

  • Business center
  • Concierge
  • Conference Facilities
  • Fitness center
  • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
  • Health Club
  • High-speed Internet
  • Internet Access
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Wireless Internet

Dining

Lobby Lounge
Jump start your day with our delicious, balanced, and healthy breakfast.
Aoki Japanese Restaurant
Enjoy inventive dining at either of our two onsite restaurants: Aoki Restaurant featuring progressive Japanese fare.
Saigon 48 Vietnamese Cuisine
Saigon 48 featuring a fantastic mix of traditional and contemporary Vietnamese Cuisine.
Primary Lounge and Bar
See and be seen at Primary Lounge and Bar

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
Check-out:
1200

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (363)

Ratings and reviews for Best Western President Hotel at Times Square

Overall score

3.4 / 5
363 out of 363
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3.8
Hotel staff:
3.5
Room comfort:
3.5
Location:
4.7
Value:
3.5

75% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of Best Western President Hotel at Times Square

Reviewer score

3
A Suze
Los Angeles, CA, USA
Jan 23, 2012

A Suze

Great location. Decent rooms. Average price. Walking distance to Times Square and theatres and shopping!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of Best Western President Hotel at Times Square

Reviewer score

4
HannahMary
Pennsylvania, USA
Dec 27, 2011

Great NYC ChristmasTrip

The staff was very warm and welcoming! They were very accomodating and I would return to this hotel. It was also great to be able to check our bags at the hotel for a later departure from the city. Excellent service.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

Very excellent location.

Review of Best Western President Hotel at Times Square

Reviewer score

4
TARTARUGA
Washington, DC, USA
Dec 19, 2011

Heart of the City

Located in the Chesea Times Square Neighborhood Between two major strips, This off Broadway Boutique style Best Western is a great competitor to its neighbors located in the high energy center of New York city's entertainment district.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
3
Nightlife tip: Short walk from hotel

HURLEY'S PUB

Review of Best Western President Hotel at Times Square

Reviewer score

1
Treaveler
Boston, MA, USA
Nov 20, 2011

Teensy Tiny, Noisy Room

Ultra small room with loud plumbing noises through out the night and running toilet. Dreary atmosphere and staff ambience despite funky cool decor. Looked worn despite facelift. Very close to the hub bub of Times Square. Not worth the value , will not stay again, will not recommend.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
1
Room comfort:
1
Location:
2
Value:
1
Review of Best Western President Hotel at Times Square

Reviewer score

4
blonde traveler
Milwaukee, WI, USA
Nov 6, 2011

Excellent Location

This hotel was in a great location located 1 block off times square. It was so nice to have our hotel be in so close to all different attractions so we didn't have to walk so far. The hotel was very clean and the staff was always helpful. However, 2 of our nights they forgot to give us towels.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Best Western President Hotel at Times Square

Reviewer score

4
JANJ
Wolcott, Ct
Nov 5, 2011

Great Vacation

This hotel is in the best location to theaters, restaurants & shops. Rooms are very small but clean. I have stayed here several times & will stay there again on my next trip. Staff is sometimes friendly & other times not so.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
3
Review of Best Western President Hotel at Times Square

Reviewer score

1
Joedonh
St. Paul, MN
Oct 14, 2011

Your money is better spent elsewhere!

Many of the rooms have a/c units that do not work! How do I know this? Because, we attempted to move FOUR times. The first room was so stifling hot so we moved to a second, which has WET carpeting and smelled of mold/mildew. We asked to be moved and were sent to yet another room without a/c. The fourth attempt was even hotter... ultimately, we stayed in the wet room with the foul odor. The staff DID try to help us, but what could they do? The building is falling apart! This place is the DEFINITION of "lipstick on a pig".

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
1
Location:
4
Value:
1
Nightlife tip: Short walk from hotel

Xai Xai wine bar on 52nd is amazingly delicious!

Review of Best Western President Hotel at Times Square

Reviewer score

3
Gail D
Placerville, CA 95667, USA
Aug 23, 2011

Went to NY for a wedding

Hotel room was very small but it was clean half a block from Times Square and staff was okay

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
3
Entertainment tip: Short walk from hotel

You are in the heart of Times Square and a short walk to Empire State Building, blocks from Rockafeller Center and a host of other thing Love NY will come back

Review of Best Western President Hotel at Times Square

Reviewer score

3
Jill
chicago, il
Aug 15, 2011

NYC for two

The hotel was nice even if the first receptionist was very rude. We had to change rooms because the AC in the first room didn't work, but we were very happy to change. In the second room the AC worked but made so much noise you couldn't use it at night, that wasn't so nice. The room was cute and even though there is a fire station around thecorner and you hear fire engines leaving quite frequently, it wasn't bad. The location is great, near the subway and Times Square. Overall nice but I would only go back if I found a deal, with a good price!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Best Western President Hotel at Times Square

Reviewer score

5
Tinabelle
Scottsdale, AZ
Aug 10, 2011

Best Girls Night!

Small room but in NYC you aren't in your room! Great location, friendly staff, close to subways.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
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