Open List Home > NY > hotels & motels > The Westin New York At Times Square

The Westin New York At Times Square

Rates from $233
Based on 71 votes
I like it
I don't
Local(212) 201-2700
Toll-Free(888) 627-7149
Fax(212) 201-2701

270 W 43rd St
New York, NY 10036

Website

Write a Review


Email to Friend

*Required

Write a Review

Your Name *
Your Email *
Review Title *
Your Review *
Make review anonymous
Receive updates from Openlist

I agree to the Review Guidelines *
Verification Code *    
*Required

Send Business Listing to Friend(s)

To
Email*
Email 
Email 
From
Your Name*
Your Email*
Message
Listing
The Westin New York At Times Square
Local(212) 201-2700
Toll-Free(888) 627-7149
Fax(212) 201-2701

270 W 43rd St
New York, NY 10036

http://westinny.com

Comments (optional)

The Open View

The Westin NY at Times Square Hotel, in New York, is a 4 star luxury Westin. What travelers said they loved: "the service", "the room", and "the staff". Those who recommend it say it's perfect for "business". Sleep connoisseurs described the bed as "comfortable" and "great". Guests found the service "friendly". The hotel is recommended by seasoned travelers, who rate it 5 stars. The hotel is near award winning restaurants, including Jean George , Le Bernardin , and Daniel . Also nearby: Roxy , Angelika Film Center and Cafe , and 303 . Other local places to consider are The Lowell Hotel and Trump International Hotel and Tower.

Message From The Westin New York At Times Square

Distinctive Digs with modern amenities & heavenly beds.

  • Times Square Location
  • Heavenly Beds and Bath
  • Best rates. Guaranteed!

Located right in the middle of Times Square, the award-winning Westin New York at Times Square is New York City's newest achievement of form and function, of architecture and art. A 45-story tower, split by a soaring beam of light, beckons visitors to take part in the excitement of New York City. You can enjoy the rejuvenating energy of the 'city that never sleeps', then retreat to the relaxation and comfort of Westin.

Expert Reviews of The Westin New York At Times Square

Citysearch | Distinctive digs with modern amenities and beds so heavenly they're hard to roll out of.

With programs designed for both business travelers and families, this property takes service seriously. Business travelers can take advantage of guest office rooms stocked with phone, fax and printer. For...
citysearch.com - expert review - 03/29/2005
Full Review »

User Reviews of The Westin New York At Times Square

Yelp.com Review - by Tim M.

4.0 of 5 stars. Plusses - newer hotel and well maintained
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Tom L.

4.0 of 5 stars. Excellent location. Its close to everything. The subway is right there, its attached to restaurants and the movie theatre. All the plays and musicals are within walking distance. time's square is a 2…
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Clara H.

2.0 of 5 stars. i really had high expectations for the westin. the heavenly beds really are heavenly. but the room smelled and the bathroom was obviously dated. the walls in the bathroom were yellowing and the…
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Robert M.

5.0 of 5 stars. My fav in the big city. Big rooms. Great beds, Awesome views from the top rooms. Close to the subway and all fun of time sqaure
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Clayton P.

3.0 of 5 stars. Certainly not a place I would seek out if I was a local. Not the best hotel bar in the world, but not the worst either. This place usually sucks me in before I head up to my room at days end - and…
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Clayton P.

4.0 of 5 stars. While I hate staying in mid-town around the Times Square craziness I always enjoy my stay here. Maybe I am somewhat biased due to the fact that my Starwood AmEx likes me staying here too. A heavenly…
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Tan G.

4.0 of 5 stars. Shshhh... I got this place on priceline for $200 a night. But we stayed in a $500 a night room on the 14 floor with actually a decent view.
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Simon L.

4.0 of 5 stars. this place is strictly 4 stars for the money you pay. for a place that charges over $500/night, you would think i could hit up the gym for free... but no, that's an additional charge. classy. as for…
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Brain of J.

4.0 of 5 stars. The Westin was absolutely gorgeous and extremely clean! The staff was friendly and helpful, especially when I needed help with transportation to JFK. Loved the iPod hookup in the room, was able to…
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Stephen D.

5.0 of 5 stars. Really great hotel. Not sure if I would have stayed here on my own, since my company picked up an almost $500/night tab, but it's an escape in the midst of a hectic and touristy area of Manhattan.…
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by art s.

4.0 of 5 stars. Rooms just as nice as the W without the accompanying circus in the lobby. Good work space with comfortable chair. Internet access is kind of a rip @ $14.95 on top of a $400 room, though.
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Kelly S.

4.0 of 5 stars. I don't love the location--but it's just far enough west of Times Square to not actually be in Times Square. Convenient to the port authority subway station so you can avoid the dreaded Times Square…
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Candi K.

5.0 of 5 stars. This place is beautiful. The rooms are great. We got impeccable service. I got a room for less than $200/night through Priceline and the person who checked us in upgraded us to a club level room…
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by michelle i.

5.0 of 5 stars. for the second half of our trip, we decided to stay here at the Westin. First off, loved the location. Things that matter to me most in a hotel are location, nice views, quality service, beds that…
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Yu S.

2.0 of 5 stars. Yes, the hotel is gorgeous and clean, and have decent rooms with a nice view of Manhattan. That is probably expected from a Westin. But- that's probably all this Westin has to offer.
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by michelle i.

5.0 of 5 stars. this is a great bar inside the westin. went here one night for pre-drinks before heading out. so one night at band camp i stuck a flute up my ass.......HAHA just kidding.
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Bob O.

5.0 of 5 stars. Loved it. Clean, spacious (for NY) and simple. The bed was as Westin advertises - heavenly. I had two doubles, and was tempted to try and shove one of the mattresses in my suit case!
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Sonny W.

4.0 of 5 stars. Went there recently on business trip so I can't factor in the price (it was prepaid by the company). My company also used it for a conference. Had the regular room. I didn't like the lighting in it.…
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Jennifer L.

4.0 of 5 stars. My company uses this property quite frequently for programs in NYC. It's very standard. Maybe I just spend too much time at hotels to be wowed by them any more. It's nice. The lobby is nice. The…
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Raj M.

5.0 of 5 stars. You can get a great weekend rate at this hotel if you're in town for a vacation. The location can't be beat, right in the heart of Manhattan. It's a huge hotel with a slanted roof that really…
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Katia M.

5.0 of 5 stars. I stayed here for a work trip once, and it was just gorgeous. The bed really was heavenly, the robe was plush, and the two-tiered shower was to die for. If you have a few hundy to spend, this is…
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Raven V.

4.0 of 5 stars. 4 stars given, because 3.5 was not an option. I do love this Westin, I've stayed here 4 times, all on business, and each stay was enjoyed. The King rooms are great size considering the fact that it…
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Jeff S.

5.0 of 5 stars. Highly recommended. I've stayed here twice, both times with a Friends and Family discount. Therefore, I can't really speak to value for the money. It's hard to complain when your friend hooks you up…
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2008
Full Review »

priceline.com

Excellent decor, staff and service. Rooms were large by NYC standards and very well appointed. Everything felt top-notch, and we were treated very well by the front desk and concierge/bell staff.
priceline.com - user review - 01/03/2008
Full Review »

priceline.com

Will definitely use in the future-the hotel was fabulous-above and beyond our expectations-very roomy for NYC. Just a lovely stay! Again, the concierge was just fantastic!
priceline.com - user review - 01/02/2008
Full Review »

priceline.com

We enjoyed every second of our hotel stay from the nice comfortable bed to the double shower head in the tub to the fantastic views and location. We were so lucky to have the opportunity and we had a great...
priceline.com - user review - 01/01/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Amanda H.

4.0 of 5 stars. If you must stay near Times Square - this is a pretty posh spot and the sleeping arrangements make it really difficult to get motivated and leave your room. My goodness - the view is the cherry on…
yelp.com - user review - 11/15/2007
Full Review »

Pretty good, few complaints

I stayed one night here, and overall was happy with my experience. First, it is pricey, but no more than other NYC 4 star hotels. It was a little odd that the lobby was not on the first level, but no big deal....
citysearch.com - user review - 11/12/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by miriam b.

4.0 of 5 stars. I have ALWAYS loved the beds at Westin/ W Hotels. You can buy them too..if you are so inclined. I enjoy at least one musical, whilst staying in NYC and this is most convenient. And if you are inclined…
yelp.com - user review - 11/08/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Keith K.

5.0 of 5 stars. Two hundred bucks and change on Hotwire bought me 24 hours of heaven in Times Square. Service was terrific. Front desk. Bellman. Concierge. Manager.
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Grace K.

4.0 of 5 stars. 3.5 stars? All stars are for the good sized room that this Westin has, hence, I round up to four stars. It's as good of a size as any CA hotel room, which is practically unheard of in NYC. (Well,…
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by stephy s.

4.0 of 5 stars. It's only night one of my stay here at the Westin and can I just say that this bed may very well be the most comfortable bed I have EVER slept in. Couple that with a sirloin cheeseburger with fries…
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Ryan S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Stayed for a few days recently and was happy overall but it wasn't really worth the money. The beds are comfortable and the bathroom was big, two huge plusses. The room was actually a good size,…
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by E H.

5.0 of 5 stars. Best location, best room among all the hotels we have stayed at. It was so much of a heaven experience that we decided to change our road trip plan to extend our stay, but... of course it was booked…
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Joanna B.

5.0 of 5 stars. Happy New Year!!!! I stayed here to ring in 2004. I didn't even have to cross the street to get to the ball drop. Concierge -- wonderful gentleman who booked all my restaurant reservations. He also…
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Dina L.

5.0 of 5 stars. I personally had a 5 star experience here mainly because I flew in a day before my conference and picked up my own hotel bill...which was this great place...and got it though Hotwire for a mere $121…
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Ben W.

4.0 of 5 stars. Stayed here on my own and with a group of 28 cheerleaders, all the parental units and coaches. I arranged all the travel both times and dealing with the hotel directly was great on both occasions.…
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Rachel A.

4.0 of 5 stars. I am a sucker for anything free. A free hotel room on the company's bill (I was a stowaway), free bottles of water as you go in and out of the hotel, and free D'Anjou pears to balance out your diet…
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Amiee L.

5.0 of 5 stars. It's my favorite hotel to stay at while I'm working in NY. The people there are so amazingly nice and we have been going back 4 years in a row and the same people are there....and they are still…
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2007
Full Review »

A little less then expected from a Westin Hotel

The overall experience was a little less then expected from a Westin. The location in Times Square was convenient (although, beware if you want a good view), the service was good, nothing to expand upon...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/18/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Niki C.

5.0 of 5 stars. We got an incredible deal here via priceline.com recently. We were thrilled with our room. Very clean, spacious, plenty of amenities (for a price). Room service was delicious. Flat screen tvs,…
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by carol y.

5.0 of 5 stars. COMFORTABLE BEDS! a perfect place to stay after a long day in new york especially if you walked the whole day.
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by kristine r.

4.0 of 5 stars. Okay, so I'm writing this review as a New Yorker who has never actually stayed at this hotel. Now, why would I bother reviewing a hotel that I've never stayed at? Because I often find myself in the…
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2006
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Jamie M.

4.0 of 5 stars. What to say about the Westin Times Square? Well lets start with the room. It was a nice size by NYC standards with a GREAT view of the Statue of liberty and the harbor (in the distance of course).…
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2006
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Jack S.

5.0 of 5 stars. YAY! Those little bronze things that adorne 14th street station! Ahem. Anyways. I actually stayed here once and the rooms are nice. Location is nice (train station is just a block or two away).
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2006
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Miz Peg B.

3.0 of 5 stars. Decent hotel, nice bed and room, but I have three words for you: Port Authority adjacent. Translation: If you are anywhere on the side of the hotel facing the Port Authority and on any floor lower…
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2006
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Rob K.

5.0 of 5 stars. The best Starwood property in midtown, the Westin is much nicer than the W a few blocks away. Nicer furnishings and less cluttered lobby make for a nice stay. For those that must stay in midtown,…
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2006
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Aimee M.

4.0 of 5 stars. I travel often to NYC, Midtown for clients and have found the Westin to be one of my favorite hotels in the area. The location is key, close to the restaurant lane, close to the novelty shops on 8th…
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2006
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by kevin k.

5.0 of 5 stars. shhh is this a secret?? as an outsider visiting nyc leaves me not much choice either drive in park then donate money (parking) or subway or bus. this time i did bus from nj. my BIGGEST complaint so…
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2006
Full Review »

A Delightful Surprise

The last Westin we stayed at was in Vancouver and it was a poor experience in a hotel that needs some work. The Westin in Times Square was a far cry from their sister location. Everything was in excellent...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/18/2006
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Daniela A.

4.0 of 5 stars. Two Words: Heavenly Bed.... I take all the ladies here ;) lol totally kidding.
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2006
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Allan H.

4.0 of 5 stars. This hotel is in a great location. Its just a couple blocks from the times square subway, which gets you to pretty much every line. The rooms are good sized for a NY hotel and the staff is pretty…
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2006
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Trish P.

4.0 of 5 stars. This hotel is a great bargin compared to all the other hotels.. Rooms are cozy and comfy. I am a fan of the heavenly bed...
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2006
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Stephanie I.

4.0 of 5 stars. This was a great hotel to stay at - if you are forced to stay in Times Square that is. Quiet, spacious, clean rooms with Heavenly beds, modern but comfortable furniture, great views and fit for the…
yelp.com - user review - 12/16/2005
Full Review »

Westin New York At Times Square

Incredible! This is a modern, sleek destination in the middle of it all. You've come to expect a H...
judysbook.com - user review - 11/29/2005
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Mariangela S.

4.0 of 5 stars. I've stayed at the Westin Times Square twice now and both times have had great experiences. The first time we had a corner suite which was amazing! The hotel is conveniently located and although is…
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2005
Full Review »

Starwood Preffered

this hotel was used by my parents last time they visited the Big Apple. it is locate only two block ...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/13/2005
Full Review »

Hot

This is a modern, sleek destination in the middle of it all. You've come to expect a Heavenly Bed in Westins but this one has an executive section that has a bit larger room, not a bad deal in Manhattan, and...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/11/2005
Full Review »

Incredible!

Stayed here after checking out of a bad hotel a couple blocks away. The staff was incredibly accomodating (even apologized for the bad hotel). The best hotel staff I've dealt with. We were on the 39th floor...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/21/2004
Full Review »

best location and rooms

We arrived at 10.30 and were given a very nice corner room on the 37th floor with incredible views over Manhattan, Hudson River, Empire State Bldng, Statue of Liberty etc. Although our booking was for a cluib...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/29/2004
Full Review »

Good value

You get what you paid for here. You can spend a little less per night at other hotels in Times Square, but this one gives you good bang for the buck. Heavenly Bed, Heavenly shower, a great gym (comes with a...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/16/2003
Full Review »

great deal, great hotel

I landed this hotel on hotwire for a very reasonable price (relative to other nyc hotels anyway!)...checkin was the fastest ive ever had, the room was wonderful, the bed truly 'heavenly'...my only complaint -...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/21/2003
Full Review »

Excellent choice!

Highly recommend this hotel. We stayed here during the Blackout of 2003 and the hotel was VERY accomodating during the entire experience. We could not have asked for better staff and service. The hotel is in a...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/02/2003
Full Review »

location location location

This hotel is great, the location is brilliant for a vacation stay, 1 block from Times Square, staff are excellent, can't say enough good things about it! I read so many reviews of different Manhattan hotels...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/21/2003
Full Review »

Nice new hotel

When I stayed here it was still under construction. We awoke to pounding and drilling in the room next door one morning, but it stopped once we notified the front desk. Great service overall--the doormen are...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/23/2002
Full Review »

Yahoo! Travel

The Westin at Times Square was an excellent choice for a weekend getaway. Although the hotel is new, it did not have any of the major issues that some new hotels have. The staff was friendly and...
travel.yahoo.com - user review
Full Review »

TripAdvisor

I absolutely love staying in Times Square so this hotel proved to be great. I found the service excellent...
tripadvisor.com - user review
Full Review »

Yahoo! Travel

"Find comprehensive hotel information including descriptions, rates & availability, photos, reviews and interactive maps for The Westin New York at Times Square in New York, New York. Check the weather, and...
travel.yahoo.com - user review
Full Review »

Travelocity

The Westin New York at Times Square is located in the heart of the Broadway theater district and adjacent to the E Walk, a 200,000-square-foot entertainment/retail complex, approximately eight miles from...
travelocity.com - user review
Full Review »

TripAdvisor

Myself and girlfriend stayed at The Westin at the end of Feb, it was our first time to NY and wanted...
tripadvisor.com - user review
Full Review »

ThisisTravel

Futuristic upmarket option in prime location. Extensive on-site conference facilities.
thisistravel.co.uk - user review
Full Review »

TripAdvisor

stay somewhere else! I stayed here with several friends over a weekend. The check in process was a...
tripadvisor.com - user review
Full Review »

TripAdvisor

Stayed here from July 3-8. Before my trip, I had contacted the hotel to voice my concerns about the...
tripadvisor.com - user review
Full Review »

TripAdvisor

I got there early at 10:30am and my room was ready. The front desk staff were very friendly and eager...
tripadvisor.com - user review
Full Review »

TripAdvisor

The pros of this hotel are: its location, room size and the mattress. It also never seemed very crowded,...
tripadvisor.com - user review
Full Review »

Yahoo! Travel

This hotel was very nice and it's in a perfect location. The rooms were very classy with a modern touch. The beds were big and fluffy. The conceirge desk was very helpful and friendly. There...
travel.yahoo.com - user review
Full Review »

TripAdvisor

I was worried about the recent negative reviews, but had booked through Priceline ($175/night, 7/2-7/5)...
tripadvisor.com - user review
Full Review »

Travelocity

Very modern room we were with out daughters and had plenty of room with 4 people and 2 double beds. Great view. beds were comfortable. and the showere was to die for.
travelocity.com - user review
Full Review »

TripAdvisor

We were in NYC for business and stayed for the weekend. We really enjoyed the hotel and its accomodations....
tripadvisor.com - user review
Full Review »

TripAdvisor

I was given a 46th floor room with a beautiful view looking west towards New Jersey. Needless to say,...
tripadvisor.com - user review
Full Review »

Yahoo! Travel

This hotel is only a few years old and is immaculate. Upon check in an escalator wisks you to a seemless check-in and you are in the fabulous nouveau lobby. The concierge does a fabulous job...
travel.yahoo.com - user review
Full Review »

TripAdvisor

Wow...this was my 3rd stay at the Westin Times Square, and unlike the prior visits, this one was disappointing....
tripadvisor.com - user review
Full Review »

Orbitz

The award-winning Westin New York at Times Square is New York City's newest achievement of form and function, of architecture and art. A 45-story tower, split by a soaring beam of light, beckons visitors to...
orbitz.com - user review
Full Review »