New York: our three hotels side by side

Our three hotel picks in New York side by side: guest score, reviews, stars, area and reference price per night.

	Budget Pod Times Square	Best Value Hampton Inn Times Square Central	Luxury The Knickerbocker Hotel
Guest score	8.6/10	8.6/10	8.7/10
Reviews	16,603	2,544	2,217
Stars	★★★	★★★	★★★★★
Area	Manhattan	Manhattan	Manhattan
Reference price per night	€244	€431	€547
Guests like	Location: Walking distance to Times Square, Broadway theaters, and subway stations. Room Cleanliness: Tidy and well-maintained spaces with daily housekeeping services.	Location: Central spot on a quiet side street near Times Square and subway stations. Staff: Friendly, professional team provides a warm welcome and helpful service.	Location: Central setting on Times Square near subway stations and major attractions. Staff: Friendly, professional team provides helpful service and attentive housekeeping.
Guests mention	Value For Money: Affordable rates for the area, though some guests report hidden fees and high deposits.	Breakfast: Good variety with waffles, but served on disposable tableware in a crowded, small area.	Value For Money: High rates for rooms and dining do not match the limited amenities provided.
Good for	pets, ac	gym, ac, breakfast	pets, family, gym, ac, breakfast

Which one?

Choose Pod Times Square if price matters most, Hampton Inn Times Square Central for the best balance of score and price, and The Knickerbocker Hotel if you want the best-reviewed upscale stay.

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Prices are reference rates for a 2-night stay for 2 adults (10 to 12 Nov 2026), not live quotes. Scores and review counts are Booking.com snapshots from September 2026. Always check the current price before quoting it as today's.