SpringHill Suites by Marriott New York Manhattan Times Square South

About SpringHill Suites by Marriott New York Manhattan Times Square South

SpringHill Suites by Marriott New York Manhattan Times Square South suits travelers who want a Chelsea base within easy reach of the Theater District. Penn Station is about 0.2 miles (0.4 km) away in a straight line, which helps anyone arriving by train, and Times Square is about 0.5 miles (0.8 km) from the door. Business travelers get a Midtown position near the West Side, while couples and families find an easy starting point for the High Line, the Empire State Building and the grid north of 14th Street.

The property is a 4-star hotel with a supplier guest score of 4.0 out of 5 from 1073 reviews. It is a practical Midtown stay rather than a boutique retreat, on a block of West 36th Street about 0.2 miles (0.4 km) in a straight line from Penn Station. The hotel lists breakfast, free wifi and a fitness center among its facilities, and the 24 hour front desk helps guests arriving on late flights or long train journeys. The supplier score comes from guests who booked through the booking partner.

Rooms and listed facilities

The facilities listed for SpringHill Suites by Marriott New York Manhattan Times Square South cover the practical basics. Air conditioning, free wifi and a 24 hour front desk serve late arrivals; a business center and internet access suit anyone working through the day; a fitness center, a bar and a terrace give couples and solo travelers room to unwind. Families can ask about family rooms, cots and the listed parking, and the property is marked wheelchair accessible. A concierge and luggage storage help with plans and bags. Confirm breakfast details and pet policy with the property before booking.

The setting

SpringHill Suites by Marriott New York Manhattan Times Square South stands at 338 West 36th Street, in Chelsea on the southern edge of Midtown Manhattan. The street runs west toward the Hudson and sits within the numbered grid, with Broadway cutting diagonally a few blocks east. Straight-line distances give a sense of scale: Penn Station about 0.2 miles (0.4 km), Times Square about 0.5 miles (0.8 km), Grand Central Terminal about 0.9 miles (1.4 km), Central Park at Fifth Avenue and 59th Street about 1.3 miles (2.1 km), the 9/11 Memorial about 3.1 miles (5 km).

Location and neighborhood

Families who base themselves on the West Side between roughly 14th and 34th Streets get two districts in one. Chelsea is the older of the pair: low brick blocks, converted warehouses, galleries, and a street grid that stays easy to read. Hudson Yards is the newer edge, a cluster of towers and public squares at the northern end, built over the West Side rail yards. The two sit side by side, so a morning in one and an afternoon in the other takes little planning. SpringHill Suites by Marriott New York Manhattan Times Square South places you between them, with the High Line as a natural route north.

The subway is the simplest way to shorten a walk, and the stations along Seventh and Eighth Avenues put most of the district within a stop or two. The High Line has lifts at several entrances, which helps with strollers, though the narrowest stretches fill up at weekends. Shade is scarce on the new plazas; the river park and the tree-lined side streets stay cooler. Wind off the Hudson is sharp in winter, so layers matter. Public restrooms and benches are easiest to find in the larger parks and squares. Keep the day short and leave room for a slow walk back.

Getting there and around

Getting to Chelsea and Hudson Yards is straightforward. JFK and Newark Liberty both connect by AirTrain to rail and subway lines that end at Penn Station, around 0.9 miles (1.4 km) from SpringHill Suites by Marriott New York Manhattan Times Square South. The airports themselves sit around 14 miles (22.1 km) away. LaGuardia is closest by road, with a free bus link to the subway. Within the district, walking covers most of it; the subway runs all night for longer hops, and contactless tap-to-pay works at every turnstile. Congestion pricing applies to vehicles entering the streets below 60th Street, so check the current terms with the MTA before driving in.

Nearby sights and food

The High Line is the district's signature walk, an elevated path on a former freight line from Gansevoort Street to West 34th Street, free to enter. Hudson Yards adds the Vessel and a public square beneath the towers. Little Island and Hudson River Park give children room to run beside the water, with lawns, paths and playgrounds. North of the district, the Theater District holds around 40 Broadway houses, with evening curtains usually at 7 or 8 pm; check each show. The Intrepid Museum occupies a pier further up the river, and Midtown's observation decks are a short subway ride away.

Food in the district suits families well. Chelsea Market holds a hall of stalls and small kitchens, useful when everyone wants something different and nobody wants to wait long. Around the side streets you will find pizza by the slice, bagel shops, diners, tacos, ramen and Italian bakeries, most of them casual and quick. Hudson Yards adds sit-down places in the towers, better for a planned dinner than a spur-of-the-moment stop. Book ahead for anything popular on a weekend evening, and check opening days before you go.

A day from SpringHill Suites by Marriott New York Manhattan Times Square South

A day from SpringHill Suites by Marriott New York Manhattan Times Square South works best in two halves. Start with the High Line in the morning, entering at the southern end and walking north with the children, then drop into Chelsea Market for a mid-morning snack. Carry on to Hudson Yards to see the Vessel and let everyone rest in the square. After lunch, cross to Hudson River Park or Little Island for open space and water views. Keep the evening light: a walk back through the side streets, or a subway ride north if a Broadway show is booked. Check times before you set out.

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Facilities listed by the supplier

As listed by the booking supplier; a facility not listed here may still exist. Confirm anything important with the property.

• 24 Hour Front Desk
• 24-hour security
• ATM
• Air conditioning
• Alarm clock
• Banquet
• Bars
• Bathroom
• Breakfast
• Business Center
• Cleaning
• Coffee
• Concierge
• Crib
• Desk
• Dry cleaning service
• Family rooms
• First aid
• Fitness Center
• Free Wi-Fi
• Garage
• Hairdryer
• Internet access
• Iron and board
• Laundry Service
• Elevators
• Luggage storage
• Market
• Non smoking rooms
• Parking
• Pets allowed
• Radio
• Refrigerator
• Safe
• Security Features
• Shower
• Smoke detector
• TV
• Telephone
• Terrace