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    Pod Times Square Hotel

    3.6 (227 reviews)
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    Old Fashioned in the hotel lounge before a night out
    Tom R.

    Why a 5 star when the Yelp average is 3.5 you ask? Let me tell you... Sure, you could go down the street and stay at the Ritz Carlton for two grand a night and, sure, that would put this to shame. But you're getting this place for pennies on the dollar compared to that. The value and quality here are what make it a true 5 star. I spent maybe one waking hour in the room outside of sleep. I don't need the Ritz. Give me a clean and modern spot in a perfect location. The rooms are small, but totally fine for a quick break from the city or a solid night's sleep. My room was spotless, the bed was comfortable, WiFi was fast, TV worked great, and the city view was beautiful. Times Square never sleeps, and I expected some noise. None. Zero. There are more expensive hotels nearby that actually hand out earplugs. I'd never stay somewhere that needs to do that. The staff here were all friendly and helpful, all six elevators ran smoothly, and the place was safe and secure. The hotel lounge was upscale and comfortable, perfect for relaxing with a drink before heading out. What more can you ask for, especially for this kind of price right in the heart of Times Square?

    Sy L.

    Stayed 1 night at Pod Times Square. The hotel is cute has a bar/restaurant to the far left of entering the lobby. The rooms are basically a bed and a small bathroom. Do not expect anything spacious but it was a comfortable 1 night stay. They offer free daily ( 6 days a week) walking tours.

    Bathroom and shower have a frosted glass wall, not much privacy if you're sharing the room
    Jen Y.

    Thoroughly enjoyed my 6-night stay here. They are totally transparent about the size of their rooms, which don't seem that much smaller than other tiny NYC hotel rooms. Big windows and a nice view. It felt like a calming escape in the busy city. Pros: - smartly designed with hooks and storage - spotlessly clean - good quality cozy pillows and towels - quiet (did not hear neighbors) - well functioning AC - decent size bathroom and big walk-in shower - good location in midtown, easy walk to everything or access to transit - good WiFi - bar on site and a lovely loungy seating area - inexpensive compared to other hotels in the area Considerations: - bathroom and shower have a frosted glass wall, not much privacy if you're sharing the room - you have to take 2 different elevators to get to/from the street to the lobby to your room and there's often a wait - totally fine for one person, could be crowded for 2

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    Emily M.

    it kind of gives dorm room - very practical room with bare basics but perfect for visitors/travelers! i had a bunk bed room and it did exactly what i needed it to do - hot shower and comfy bed. i liked how each bed had their own TV (but sometimes one remote would control both TV's). Negatives: our bathroom door didnt close and the shower curtain did not do a great job keeping the water so our bathroom floor was always really wet. Highlight of this hotel was def the staff!! Front desk was so nice and really went above and beyond with their customer service. my friend checked in on a diff day and they were able to get her the room next door to me. also shoutout victor the bartender! nice guy

    Daytime view from the room. Looking towards Hudson Yards.
    Tom G.

    A very reasonably priced hotel away from the hustle and bustle of Manhattan but close enough to walk to any of the tourist attractions. Also a short distance to many transportation hubs. Clean lobby area, friendly staff, clean rooms that are checked on daily by the staff. Yes, it is a small space, but it advertised as such. It was the perfect room for me and my daughter. Checking out all the tourist attractions during the day, and resting our tired bodies at night. Perfect for anyone on a tighter budget. Only thing I wish they had was a mini fridge in the bunk rooms, I believe the full desk is not needed.

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    Caitlyn B.

    Pod Times Square was a great value. Super affordable stay right in the middle of NYC. We saw a Broadway show, so we wanted to be within walking distance of the theatres. Our room was clean and convenient; the front desk staff were super helpful, too. I know there are complaints about the size of the rooms, but that's literally the point! They're supposed to be small, so you can stay at cheaper rate. If you're in the city to go out and don't plan to be in the room the whole time, this is a great option. Just pretend you're at summer camp staying in bunk beds!

    I want to start by saying that Engineering (Ralph) and the night shift front desk staff provided fantastic customer service. Unfortunately, the situation itself was extremely serious and could have ended much worse. I was staying in a bunk room and placed my necklace and phone on the shelf before going to sleep, something I had been doing regularly. Around 12:00 AM, a spark suddenly flew out from that area and nearly hit my face it luckily only hit my leg. At first, we thought it might have been a one-time incident, but between 12:30-1:00 AM, it continued to spark multiple times. It burned the sheet, and there was a strong smell of something burning. The burn marks were exactly where I would have been laying if I had been asleep, which is very concerning. We called downstairs, and the night front desk was extremely helpful and quickly sent engineering up. Ralph arrived promptly and witnessed the sparks himself, even experiencing them firsthand. After assessing the situation, he confirmed we needed to change rooms around 1:30 AM. When we went downstairs, the night shift front desk contacted the hotel manager, who was also very helpful. We were told that two nights would be comped and that we would be upgraded the following morning between 11:00 AM-12:00 PM. However, the experience the next day with SHAWN and SHAWNA was completely different. They were unhelpful and had an attitude throughout the interaction. We were unable to receive the rooms we were promised, and we were told to leave our belongings downstairs while waiting. I was not comfortable doing that, especially since we had already checked in on time to avoid this exact situation. We were placed in a temporary room just to change and get ready, but were told not to lay on the bed so it wouldn't be "messed up" for the next guests. We are now left waiting for another room to become available, with no clear resolution, despite being told otherwise. This situation could have turned into something far more serious, including a possible fire or serious injury. While I truly appreciate the professionalism and urgency from the night staff and engineering, the lack of follow through and poor customer service from the daytime staff was disappointing and frustrating.

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    John M.

    I took an overnight trip to NYC for a concert at MSG and somehow found this little gem of a place while searching the Internet. Location 5/5 Pod Times Square is conveniently located on 42nd and 9th, just a 10 minute walk from Moynihan Train Station and an even shorter walk to Port Authority. Times Square is only a block away, yet the area immediately around the hotel is relatively quiet in comparison to that bustling hustle! Plenty of amenities all around, too! Service 5/5 I arrived at Pod about an hour and a half before my scheduled check-in time, thinking I would only be dropping off my suitcase, but the front desk receptionist happily offered to check me into my room early, which was awesome. Everyone I encountered throughout my stay was friendly and hospitable. Hotel 5/5 I'd like to note here that Pod is not a huge, luxurious hotel with roomy guest quarters, as the name would imply. I chose a bunk room, which, as you would imagine, had bunk beds. The room was compact, yet comfortable for one person, and had all of the amenities one would need for a comfortable and affordable place to sleep for a night or two. I will definitely consider Pod on future trips to NYC.

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    Amaya R.

    Room was nicely sized for 2 people, just what we needed. This hotel was definitely better priced than a lot of others and everyone was super nice. There was a bar and lounge and it was in close walking to a lot of things.

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    Yet another hotel with a scam "facility fee" added on. Shameful. $22 so I can make local calls?

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    Does the hotel offer free WiFi?

    Yes

    Do they offer luggage storage for early arrivals?

    Yes! I also checked if they would hold luggage after check out as well since my flight is later in the day :)

    Can we check in after 3pm like at 7pm and how is the Parking?

    When I stayed there I checked in around 6:30pm.... no problems. I have no idea about the parking.

    Do they have a Rooftop bar like the POD39 location?

    No. There is a tiki bar on the lobby floor, though.

    Complimentary breakfast available?

    No. There's a Polynesian/ tiki spot inside with snacks but none of it is free. And it's only open… Read more

    Is cancellation free if you cancel 24 hours before your reserved date?

    Check in is 3pm. Check out is Noon

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    Review Highlights - Pod Times Square Hotel

    Yes, it's small but its super clean, has free wi-fi, deeply discounted parking, and friendly staff.

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