Rate based on Check-in: May 26, 2013 Check-out: May 28, 2013

Best Western President Hotel at Times Square

3 stars
234 West 48th Street, New York City, NY 10036
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.3
out of 5
437 reviews
Close and comfy

No frills, but clean, comfy, and affordable for Times Square. Easy walking to distance to Broadway... See full review

  • Theatre theatre theatre
  • Apr 26, 2013
NYC in a day

We thought the hotel was awesome! The front desk staff was kind and welcoming. Sadat the bellman... See full review

  • Jeannie HF
  • Jul 30, 2012
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 two Double Beds, 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 Twin
Room with two twin-size beds 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.
Deluxe King
Room with One King-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.

Amenities

  • Wireless internet
General
Concierge
Activities
Health club
Dining
Restaurant
Room service
Services
Business center
Conference facilities
Internet
Wireless internet
Accessibility
Handicapped rooms/facilities

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Hotel Map

40.7606 -73.9864
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.

Nearby points of interest

  • Duffy Square: 0.1 mi
  • Roseland: 0.2 mi
  • Equitable Center: 0.3 mi
  • Lower Plaza: 0.3 mi
  • Ford Center For The Performing Arts: 0.3 mi
  • New Victory Theater: 0.3 mi
  • Paine Webber Art Gallery: 0.4 mi
  • Diamond District: 0.4 mi
  • New Amsterdam Theater: 0.4 mi
  • Radio City Music Hall: 0.4 mi
  • GE Building: 0.4 mi
  • Wollman Memorial Rink: 0.4 mi
  • CBS Building: 0.4 mi
  • NBC Studios: 0.4 mi
  • American Craft Museum: 0.4 mi
  • Duffy Square: 0.1 mi
  • Roseland: 0.2 mi
  • Equitable Center: 0.3 mi
  • Lower Plaza: 0.3 mi
  • Ford Center For The Performing Arts: 0.3 mi
  • New Victory Theater: 0.3 mi
  • Paine Webber Art Gallery: 0.4 mi
  • Diamond District: 0.4 mi
  • New Amsterdam Theater: 0.4 mi
  • Radio City Music Hall: 0.4 mi
  • GE Building: 0.4 mi
  • Wollman Memorial Rink: 0.4 mi
  • CBS Building: 0.4 mi
  • NBC Studios: 0.4 mi
  • American Craft Museum: 0.4 mi
  • Rockefeller Center: 0.4 mi
  • Museum of American Folk Art: 0.4 mi
  • International Building: 0.4 mi
  • Tuscan Square: 0.4 mi
  • Carnegie Hall: 0.5 mi
  • Bryant Park: 0.5 mi
  • Garment District: 0.5 mi
  • Museum of Modern Art (MOMA): 0.5 mi
  • Saks Fifth Avenue: 0.5 mi
  • University Club: 0.6 mi
  • NY Public Library: 0.6 mi
  • Henri Bendel: 0.6 mi
  • Trump Tower: 0.7 mi
  • Broadway: 0.7 mi
  • Ford Foundation Building: 0.7 mi
  • Sony Building: 0.7 mi
  • Macys: 0.7 mi
  • Grand Central Station: 0.7 mi
  • FAO Schwarz: 0.7 mi
  • Lever House: 0.7 mi
  • Fifth Avenue: 0.8 mi
  • Madison Square Garden: 0.8 mi
  • Metropolitan Club: 0.8 mi
  • Penn Station: 0.8 mi
  • Harmonie Club: 0.8 mi
  • Empire State Building: 0.8 mi
  • Chrysler Building: 0.8 mi
  • Bloomingdale's: 0.8 mi
  • Metropolitan Opera: 0.9 mi
  • Pierpont Morgan Library: 0.9 mi

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 (437)

Ratings and reviews for Best Western President Hotel at Times Square

Overall score

3.3 / 5
437 out of 437
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3.7
Hotel staff:
3.4
Room comfort:
3.3
Location:
4.6
Value:
3.4

74% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

3
UpstateNYer
Albany, NY
May 1, 2013

Hungry?

My room with a view of a fire escape was filled with a greasy smell of Asian food. I was interested at that point and looked at the information binder to find out how to get some tempura and discovered NO MENU, but directions on how to log in to a web site, etc, etc, etc. The room never stopped smelling but the woman at the desk early this morning was friendly, helpful and made up for the walk to Sbarro for dinner.

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

Reviewer score

5
Theatre theatre theatre
Trenton, nj
Apr 26, 2013

Close and comfy

No frills, but clean, comfy, and affordable for Times Square. Easy walking to distance to Broadway shows.

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

Reviewer score

3
Ray 72
Business
Chicago, IL
Apr 19, 2013

Great location

Great location to Times Square but many problems with the room. The heater/air conditioner would not turn on and pipes banged all night long, the shower curtain was too short allowing water to spill all over the bathroom. I told the front desk and maintenance and it was never replaced. The TV was fuzzy but maintenance fixed it quickly.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
3
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Best Western President Hotel at Times Square

Reviewer score

2
Shivaji
New Haven
Apr 18, 2013

Not comfortable room

The lobby was nice, but the rooms were small, and no space outside the bed. Also, the heater was not working, and the first room we were given had the window broken and cold air coming in. We got another room, but the heat was not working, but the hotel staff were nice and finally got us a space heater. It was not the most comfortable. The pictures of US presidents and their wives were modern artish and a little scary.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
1
Location:
4
Value:
2
Review of Best Western President Hotel at Times Square

Reviewer score

4
MCTravels
Washington, DC
Apr 6, 2013

Great save

We went to the Hotel Del Sol and it was so bad that we moved hotels. This place was almost twice the price but totally worth it. Great location on Union Square. The rooms were clean and the staff was attentive. It made for a great "save" of our trip.

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

Reviewer score

4
Nuback
Business
Mexico
Mar 18, 2013

Great stay and fantastic location

Hotel is clean and the staff is nice. Just they were cleaning the outdoor carpet at 8am and i was sleeping

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Olive Garden

Review of Best Western President Hotel at Times Square

Reviewer score

3
aribun
Wyoming
Mar 17, 2013

good but not great.

Great location. Not too clean but no pests in sight and the maid was polite, smiling, and willing to go above and beyond for us. Motif was fun and intriguing. The staff was always ready to help.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
3
Money-saving tip: Not Applicable

Buy the cityPASS NYC. Saved a ton of money. Had great options. Covered almost everything we wanted to see for almost half the cost. Along with a 7 day metro card, and a centrally located hotel, we spent less in NYC than we did on the plane ride.

Review of Best Western President Hotel at Times Square

Reviewer score

4
Doncheech
Staten Island NY
Mar 11, 2013

Birthday Getaway

At first I was not given the suite as booked . Kumar at the desk was most helpful and resolved everything. Location is great, staff is courteous , rooms are great for the money.

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

Reviewer score

3
Oldemidfielder
Business
North Carolina
Mar 4, 2013

fair facility, great staff

It's what you expect from an older facility in NYC. HVAC doesn't work too well sometimes, elevators a little slow, but if you want to be in the heart of the theatre/ restaurant district for a little, it's perfect. Staff went out of there way to correct minor inconveniences.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

many really good eateries within walking distance, even at 25 degrees F.

Review of Best Western President Hotel at Times Square

Reviewer score

3
Stewardess Lani
San Jose, California
Feb 23, 2013

Location alone makes this place.

One block from the E train, this hotel is easy to get to from the airport via subway and it's close to everything the theater district and times square has to offer. The rooms are small but clean and the beds are super soft and comfy. The only negative is the radiator heat system is impossible to control so the room remains hot. The window opens but remember the busy location so its noisy. All in all, for under a $100 a night this place is great.

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

JFK Air train to the E subway line drops you a block from the hotel and its only $7.25 each way (50min). Stock up on snacks, drinks at the 24hr Walgreens in times square. Deli next to Foxwoods theater is great for cheap, fresh eats.

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