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Pod Times Square
Why we like it: Tiny, well-designed rooms and a rooftop bar.
Typical budget rate in Midtown: ~$170/night
Where to stay near Times Square
Times Square is the heart of Midtown and the Theater District. Staying here puts Broadway on your doorstep, but it is loud and crowded day and night.
Times Square and nearby areas on the map
Areas closest to Times Square
Ordered by distance. Walking times are estimates from the middle of each area; prices are typical mid-range doubles, updated Sep 2026.
1. MidtownAbout 5 minutes' walk · ~$280/nightSkyscrapers, Broadway theatres and Central Park's southern edge. The most convenient base in the city, and the busiest.Best for First visit · Business
2. Greenwich Village3.1 km, best by public transport · ~$330/nightTree-lined streets, jazz clubs, comedy cellars and some of the best restaurants in the city. The downtown New York many people fall for.Best for Nightlife · First visit
3. Upper West Side3.3 km, best by public transport · ~$270/nightLeafy residential streets between Central Park and the Hudson, with the Natural History Museum and quick subways to Midtown.Best for Families · Upscale
4. SoHo4.1 km, best by public transport · ~$380/nightCobbled streets, cast-iron buildings and flagship stores. Stylish and central to downtown, and one of the most expensive places to stay.Best for Upscale · First visit
5. Lower East Side4.8 km, best by public transport · ~$260/nightOld tenements, delis and a dense bar scene. Gritty, lively and better value than the rest of downtown.Best for Nightlife · Budget
Hotels near Times Square
Our picks in Midtown, the closest area.
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Getting there
Times Sq–42 St (1, 2, 3, 7, N, Q, R, W and S trains).
Tips for visiting
- The TKTS booth under the red steps sells discounted same-day Broadway tickets.
- Hotels a few blocks away, towards Bryant Park or Hell's Kitchen, are calmer and often cheaper.
- It is most impressive after dark; on New Year's Eve the area is closed off for hours.
Staying near Times Square: FAQs
What is the best area to stay near Times Square?
Midtown is the closest area we cover, about 5 minutes' walk from Times Square, with mid-range hotels from about $280 a night. Skyscrapers, Broadway theatres and Central Park's southern edge. The most convenient base in the city, and the busiest.
Where can I stay near Times Square for less?
Lower East Side is 4.8 km, best by public transport away and a typical mid-range double costs about $260, against $280 in Midtown.
How much do hotels near Times Square cost?
In Midtown, expect about $170 a night for a budget double, $280 mid-range and $650 for luxury. These are typical rates outside peak events, not live prices.
What is the nearest station to Times Square?
Times Sq–42 St (1, 2, 3, 7, N, Q, R, W and S trains).
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