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W New York - Union Square

4 stars
201 Park Avenue South, New York, NY 10003
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.9
out of 5
12 reviews
Excellent Location

Couldn't beat the location. On same block as Union Square metro. Union Square Farmers' Market just... See full review

  • jojosto
  • Jul 13, 2012
Graduation

W Hotel is a great stay generally, but the Union Square hotel and staff are excellent. We will be... See full review

  • Kevinscrossett
  • May 29, 2012
Rande Gerber nightclub, star chef restaurant at fun Union Square hotel
Hip travelers are drawn to the W brand of modern cool, and W New York - Union Square property is no exception. The 1911 beaux arts-style Guardian Life building has become a contemporary spot to see and be seen. Locals and hotel guests gather at Olives restaurant by Todd English and Rande Gerber's Underbar. Rooms are designed for relaxing with featherbeds and 350-thread-count sheets and Bliss bath products. The Union Square location is convenient to bars, clubs and shopping.
Highlights
  • Beds with custom pillow-top mattresses, featherbeds and 350-thread-count sheets
  • On-site Olives restaurant by Todd English
  • Short walk to Greenwich Village, East Village and NYU
Rooms

Contemporary rooms at the W New York - Union Square are decorated in soft grays and browns. Beds feature pillow-top mattresses with featherbeds, 350-thread-count sheets, down comforters and feather pillows. Standard amenities include bathrobes, safes, 37-inch flat-screen TVs, Wi-Fi (fees apply) and Bliss bath products. Several types of suites are available. Suites with living areas start at 445 square feet, and often have views of union Square. The Extreme Wow suite boasts 1,000 square feet of space and a Jacuzzi. The hotel has a pet policy (fees may apply, call for details).

Features

The Sweat fitness center at W New York - Union Square is open 24 hours a day. The hotel can arrange for in-room manicures, pedicures and massages (fees apply) upon request.

Dining

Olives restaurant specializes in Mediterranean-influenced American cuisine. The restaurant serves breakfast and dinner daily and lunch on weekdays. Underbar, by famed nightclub owner Rande Gerber, is open daily at W New York - Union Square for cocktails. The Living Room lounge at W New York - Union Square has 16-foot arched windows with views of Union Square Park.

Transportation
  • Union Sq.-14th St. subway station (0.2 mi/ 0.3 km)
  • Penn Station (1 mi/ 1.6 km)
  • Grand Central Terminal (1.3 mi/ 2 km)
  • La Guardia Airport
  • Newark Liberty International Airport
  • John F. Kennedy International Airport
Attractions
  • Flatiron Building (0.4 mi/ 0.64 km)
  • Greenwich Village (0.6 mi/ 0.97 km)
  • New York University (0.6 mi/ 0.97 km)
  • Times Square (1.4 mi/ 2.25 km)
  • Rockefeller Center (1.8 mi/ 2.90 km)
Business
  • Five meeting spaces totaling more than 7,000 square feet

W New York - Union Square Rooms

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Amenities

  • No smoking rooms/facilities
General
No smoking rooms/facilities
Concierge
Pets allowed
Activities
Fitness center or spa
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
Coffee maker in room
24 hour room service
Services
24 hour front desk
Business center
Laundry service
Express checkout
Babysitting/Child services
Concierge desk
Safe deposit box
Shops/Commercial services
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Parking
Valet parking
Accessibility
Accessible facilities
Room
DVD player
Safe
AM/FM alarm clock
Mini bar
Hairdryer in room

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Hotel Map

40.7365 -73.9882
Nearby airports
John F. Kennedy International Airport, (JFK), 20.00, MI; LaGuardia Airport, (LGA), 10.00, MI; Newark Liberty International Airport, (EWR), 10.00, MI;
Area description
Downtown

Nearby points of interest

  • Union Square Theatre: 0 mi
  • The Players: 0.1 mi
  • National Arts Club: 0.1 mi
  • Union Square Park: 0.1 mi
  • Grammercy Park: 0.2 mi
  • Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace: 0.2 mi
  • Flatiron District: 0.2 mi
  • Strand Book Store: 0.3 mi
  • Forbes Magazine Galleries: 0.3 mi
  • Stuyvesant Square: 0.3 mi
  • Union Square - the Flatiron District: 0.3 mi
  • Flatiron Building: 0.3 mi
  • Metropolitan Life Insurance Company Tower: 0.3 mi
  • School of Visual Arts: 0.4 mi
  • Grace Church: 0.4 mi
  • Union Square Theatre: 0 mi
  • The Players: 0.1 mi
  • National Arts Club: 0.1 mi
  • Union Square Park: 0.1 mi
  • Grammercy Park: 0.2 mi
  • Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace: 0.2 mi
  • Flatiron District: 0.2 mi
  • Strand Book Store: 0.3 mi
  • Forbes Magazine Galleries: 0.3 mi
  • Stuyvesant Square: 0.3 mi
  • Union Square - the Flatiron District: 0.3 mi
  • Flatiron Building: 0.3 mi
  • Metropolitan Life Insurance Company Tower: 0.3 mi
  • School of Visual Arts: 0.4 mi
  • Grace Church: 0.4 mi
  • Hamilton Fish House: 0.4 mi
  • Church of the Ascension, Episcopal: 0.5 mi
  • Hughoneill Dry Goods Store: 0.5 mi
  • Second Avenue Kosher Deli: 0.5 mi
  • Veniero's Pasticceria: 0.5 mi
  • Chester A. Arthur Home: 0.5 mi
  • Washington Mews: 0.5 mi
  • Colonnade Row: 0.5 mi
  • Joseph Papp Public Theater: 0.5 mi
  • Cooper Union Foundation Building: 0.6 mi
  • New York University: 0.6 mi
  • Jefferson Market Library: 0.6 mi
  • New York Studio School of Drawing, Painting and Sculpture (building): 0.6 mi
  • Grey Art Gallery: 0.6 mi
  • Brown Building: 0.6 mi
  • Mechanics and Traders Bank: 0.6 mi
  • Limelight Marketplace: 0.6 mi
  • Merchant's House Museum: 0.6 mi
  • Ukrainian Museum: 0.6 mi
  • Asser Levy Playground: 0.6 mi
  • Washington Arch: 0.6 mi
  • Washington Square Park: 0.6 mi
  • Gay Street: 0.7 mi
  • Northern Dispensary: 0.7 mi
  • Peter Cooper Park: 0.7 mi
  • Koreatown, Manhattan: 0.7 mi
  • Provincetown Playhouse: 0.7 mi
  • Sheridan Square Viewing Garden: 0.8 mi
  • Joyce Theater: 0.8 mi
  • Museum For African Art: 0.8 mi

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
03:00 PM
Check-out:
12:00 PM

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 (12)

Ratings and reviews for W New York - Union Square

Overall score

3.9 / 5
12 out of 12
Amenities:
4.1
Room cleanliness:
4.7
Hotel staff:
4.3
Room comfort:
4.6
Location:
4.6
Value:
3.2

75% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

3
EKPM
Lafayette, California
Apr 7, 2013

Always love the W, but....

I know Manhattan is the city that never sleeps, and with jackhammers starting nightly at 11pm on the street below, I definitely experienced that. It's a great location and the restaurant is good. But what's up with no free wifi in your room? For $500 a night, I expect not to have to pay for that or the $9 bottle of water on my night table. We thought it was great that Acura was offering a complementary ride in one of their new models, until we booked it and they would only drop us off at their predesignated destination which was nowhere near where we wanted to go. Hmmm time to rethink the Whatever Whenever concept perhaps.

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

Go to Mario Batali's Eataly - Italian food heaven.

Review of W New York - Union Square

Reviewer score

3
Bobbi visiting Mom
Chicago, IL
Apr 1, 2013

Experience was just OK

This hotel's location is great if you have interest in the Union Square area. The rooms were large and very clean. However, the lobby leaves much to be desired, with no place to sit except in the cocktail lounge. Staff members were cordial, but not particularly attentive. Our visit to the W was rather disappointing and not what one would expect from a 4-star hotel.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
2
Review of W New York - Union Square

Reviewer score

4
jojosto
Honolulu, Hawaii
Jul 13, 2012

Excellent Location

Couldn't beat the location. On same block as Union Square metro. Union Square Farmers' Market just outside! Hotel was offering free rides from the Acura Service, as long as the car wasn't reserved you could request a one way drop off for anywhere lower manhattan to central park - this was a time and money saver. Staff is exceptionally helpful. Upon check in I signed up for the Starwood preferred guest so that I could get free internet...this sign up was free as well. Room was spacious, bed very comfortable and clean. Large windows but not much of a view in our room. I would stay here again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of W New York - Union Square

Reviewer score

4
Kevinscrossett
London, United Kingdom
May 29, 2012

Graduation

W Hotel is a great stay generally, but the Union Square hotel and staff are excellent. We will be back again in a year's time for our next trip to NYC. Kevin

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

Rosa Mexican is a true mexican dinin experience.

Review of W New York - Union Square

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Business
Clearwater, FL
Jul 27, 2011

Wish I Could Have Stayed Longer...

Stayed one night on business. Room was available for early check-in, allowing me extra time to prepare for my meeting. Staff was very professional and there was very little wait for service. Overall great experience.

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

Business

Review of W New York - Union Square

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Los Angeles
Nov 30, 2010

Great for Foodies & Non-typical Tourists

Hotel was stylish and room was very sizeable - especially for New York. Its location is awesome. Close to the great restaurants of the village and SoHo. Subway stop in Union Square allows for easy transit around the city.

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

Use the subway or the free Acura shuttle service the hotel is offering. The Acura shuttle can't be reserved in advance but is useful if it's available.

Review of W New York - Union Square

Reviewer score

3
Stuffed Turkey
Springfield, Va
Nov 26, 2010

No Bang for the Buck

Okay! We went to NY for the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade! Place was a good walking distance from the parade route! When we got there, no valet? Had to find parking which was only a block away. On a good note they do accept pets, however your going to pay $125.00 for your pet, [...]. Also parking is $40.00 24 hours, and thats not included! Room we had was 1104! You can hear everyone outside and in the hallway of the hotel, since the ice machine was right across from us. Good note people were vary curtious and friendly and 3 pm late checkout

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

Noise proof the room on 1104!

Review of W New York - Union Square

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Not Provided
Nov 16, 2010

Had a fabulous stay at the W Hotel

Had a fabulous stay at the W Hotel Union Square at the end of October. The hotel is in a great location for exploring. The staff were very polite and friendly and when we checked in we were offered a quieter room on a high floor away from the main road as we had booked in for 5 nights. The hotel bar and the underbar are very popular and a good place to hang out. Would definitely go back!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of W New York - Union Square

Reviewer score

4
DanaT
San Diego, CA
Aug 10, 2010

Nice Place to Stay

I was in New York to visit my son who goes to NYU. The hotel was in a very convenient location, near his apartment and close to many stores around Union Square. The best part of the W is their "Whatever, Whenever" policy which came in handy on several occasions!

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

The best breakfast is at The Clinton Street Bakery and the most amazing middle eastern lunch is The Hummus Place at 109 Saint Marks Place.

Review of W New York - Union Square

Reviewer score

4
k ro
Los Angeles CA
Aug 9, 2009

W Union Square

Best location in New York, in my opinion. On Union Square, with excellent subway access, one of the best farmers' markets in the country and they now close off the square to vehicles on the weekend, making it a pedestrian paradise. The rooms are larger than you typical New York hotel, which is also a bonus.

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

Union Square! Close to vehicles on the weekend and hosts a fabulous farmers' market.

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