Rate based on Check-in: May 27, 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
440 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 (440)

Ratings and reviews for Best Western President Hotel at Times Square

Overall score

3.3 / 5
440 out of 440
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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Review of Best Western President Hotel at Times Square

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
USA
Aug 8, 2008

perfect location for theatre district

If one is interested in theatre in NY this is a perfect place to stay--just a walk away from most shows. Lots of small venues for a quick meal. Room adequate and clean. Modern bathroom. Price not escessive as most hotels in NYC.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
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
Anonymous
USA
May 7, 2008

Great Experience

The Best Western President Hotel was a great all-around accommodation. They accommodated us with the basic essentials. The room and hotel itself were a bit snugged. The double room we stayed in is just perfect for 2 people. It will get real cramped if there were more. Overall, a wonderful experience. I would stay there again in the future.

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

There are great dining and nightlife getaways in the midtown 9th avenue area, one avenue west of the hotel.

Review of Best Western President Hotel at Times Square

Reviewer score

2
PORNALONGKORN
Baltimore, MD
Apr 18, 2008

Greate location

The location was the best, near by time square but the room was un-comfortable. There is no heater and the air conditioner was broken.

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

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
USA
Mar 17, 2008

Enjoyable Stay

We stayed at the Best Western President Hotel for 2 nights and would absolutely stay there again. I was surprised that this is only a 2 star hotel because the accomodations and location were great and we had a really positive experience here. My 13 yr old daughter and I went for a mother-daughter Broadway weekend and saw 4 shows while staying here and the location is central to all the theaters we needed. The room was comfortable and a nice size for 2 people and I was really surprised at how clean and well-kept the room was. Best of all, the bathroom was new and soooo clean (which can be hard to find in a more reasonably priced hotel in Manhattan!)Will definitely stay here again!!!

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

Very close to all theaters--within walking distance

Review of Best Western President Hotel at Times Square

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
USA
Mar 17, 2008

My review of Best Western President Hotel

The room was very small for the price, but the bathroom was well-lit, clean and relatively spacious. The bed was comfortable, the tv functioned, however the view was a dirty alley and there was little room to walk around the bed.

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

There are a lot of great restaurants on 9th, that aren't as crowded with tourists as on Broadway

Review of Best Western President Hotel at Times Square

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Tulsa, OK
Feb 25, 2008

Very Pleased!!

I was very pleased with this hotel. The cleanliness of the rooms and the staff were great! It was a great location. I would definitely stay here again!!

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

There were several restaurants right next to the hotel and Time Square was right around the corner!!

Review of Best Western President Hotel at Times Square

Reviewer score

3
Akari
USA
Sep 16, 2007

nice location

the location of this hotel was very nice. It is close to Bus terminal, times square, and broad way. That means confortable for sightseeing. But the hotel service was not comfortable. At the time for check in, the counter clerk never show the welcome.... they were impolite to customers. except for this, thigs were fair price.

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

There are some restaurants and bars next to the hotel.

Review of Best Western President Hotel at Times Square

Reviewer score

2
Antonino
USA
Aug 27, 2007

Not as good as expected

The Best Western Manhattan was not as impressive as I had expected. The safe was loose in the closet which didn't make me feel safe enough to leave my valuable belongings in it. Also, there was a whole in the lock in the connecting door which made me uneasy. It was, however, very close to everything which allowed us to go out all day and night walking. But what disappointed me the most was the used bandaid that was stuck to our bed blanket. It was disgusing.

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

It was just a short walk from many restaurants, entertainment, and shopping.

Review of Best Western President Hotel at Times Square

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Detroit, MI
Aug 26, 2007

LOCATION is best!

We were very pleased with our stay at the hotel - the location could not have been better for us as we saw two broadway shows both 1/2 block away. We were able to walk in any direction of the city in short amounts of time. Would stay there again. Room was very small, but for the time you are in the room - it didn't matter. It was clean and nicely decorated. Make sure to close your curtains or the residents across the street wave! :-).

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

buy the 2 day passes for the tour busses - well worth the price. Saw alot of Manhatten in a quick weekend trip. The hop on/hop off is great.

Review of Best Western President Hotel at Times Square

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Madrid
Aug 13, 2007

for new york is just ok

The Best Western was comfortable, the room seemed much smaller than most with a desk area and a table . I liked the fact that the bathroom was separate from the vanity area and there was a sink with a counter and there was space for hanging clothes . The location was ok

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

There's a huge city just a few blocks from the hotel. an awesome skyline view.

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