W New York Union Square

About W New York Union Square

A stay at W New York Union Square suits travelers who want a central base with a downtown feel. The hotel stands at 201 Park Avenue South in Gramercy, a quieter stretch of Midtown Manhattan where the numbered grid of streets and avenues has already begun. Couples, small families and business travelers all fit here. The subway at Union Square puts much of the island within easy reach, and the flat streets around the address reward walking in every season.

W New York Union Square is a 4-star hotel in the supplier's classification, and the booking supplier gives it a guest score of 4.3 out of 5 from 1306 reviews. Expect a full-service city hotel with a restaurant, a fitness center and a business center, suited to couples and business travelers as much as to families. Those ratings come from the supplier rather than from this guide. Scores reflect past guests and can change, and the app shows the current figure before you book.

Rooms and listed facilities

Facilities listed by the supplier include air conditioning, internet access and wifi, a minibar, a safe and room service. Couples can settle in with few errands to run; families can ask about a cot, which appears on the listed facilities. Business travelers have a business center and banquet space, and the 24-hour front desk and 24-hour security cover late arrivals. Parking, laundry service, a fitness center, a restaurant and pets allowed also appear on the list. Confirm cot policy, parking arrangements and pet conditions with W New York Union Square when booking.

The setting

W New York Union Square takes the address 201 Park Avenue South, in Gramercy within Midtown Manhattan. The hotel sits between Union Square and Madison Square Park, where Park Avenue South runs as a broad, straight avenue heading north. Straight-line distances put Penn Station about 1 mile (1.6 km) away, Grand Central Terminal about 1.3 miles (2.1 km), Times Square about 1.5 miles (2.4 km), Central Park at Fifth Avenue and 59th Street about 2.1 miles (3.4 km), and the 9/11 Memorial about 2.2 miles (3.5 km). Observation decks sit about 1.3 miles (2.1 km) off.

Location and neighborhood

Gramercy and Stuyvesant Town sit on Manhattan's east side, between Murray Hill and the East River, with leafy residential blocks that suit families who want quieter sidewalks and short walks to small parks. The private Gramercy Park is closed to the public, but surrounding streets let you walk past its railings and show children a rare slice of old New York. Irving Place and Stuyvesant Square give the area a calm, local rhythm, with strollers, dogs and errands rather than crowds. Many buildings are residential, so evenings are quiet. From W New York Union Square, the area works as a base for slow mornings and easy returns.

For families, the main appeal is the everyday texture: wide sidewalks, low traffic on side streets, and parks within a short walk. Stuyvesant Square has paths and lawns, and the surrounding blocks are easy to cross with a stroller. The East River waterfront and its riverfront paths are a manageable walk or short ride east, while Grand Central Terminal and the Theater District sit north and west. Plan around school hours and commuter peaks if you want calmer sidewalks. Check current park rules and playground access with the NYC Department of Parks and Recreation before a visit.

Getting there and around

Grand Central Terminal is around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) from the area, and the airports are around 13 miles (20.7 km) away by road, depending on traffic and connections. The subway runs 24 hours a day, and you can pay by tapping a contactless card or phone; the OMNY system caps weekly spending after a set number of rides in seven days. The MetroCard is being phased out, so tap to pay where readers are available. For LaGuardia, a shuttle bus links the airport with the subway; for JFK and Newark, follow AirTrain and rail connections. Check current service changes with the MTA and airport operators before you travel.

Nearby sights and food

Family sightseeing starts close by. Grand Central Terminal is a short trip north, and its main concourse is a landmark in its own right; check current access and event schedules with the MTA. The High Line, Little Island and Hudson River Park are west along the river, with elevated paths and open water views that break up a day of walking. Hudson Yards and the Vessel sit near the High Line, while Broadway and the Theater District offer family shows, with evening curtains typically at 7 or 8 pm; check each show. Observation decks suit older children; check timed entry and weather before booking.

Near W New York Union Square, eating with children is straightforward. The area has casual pizza slice shops, diners, bagel counters, bakeries and family-friendly Italian places, plus sushi, Thai, Indian and Middle Eastern options within a short walk. Many places offer takeout, which helps after a long day, and small grocery shops make picnic supplies easy to assemble for Stuyvesant Square. Expect a mix of counter service and table service. Check current opening days and whether reservations are needed, especially at weekends. For dietary needs, ask directly when ordering.

A day from W New York Union Square

A day from W New York Union Square can start with a walk past the railings of Gramercy Park, then a stop at Stuyvesant Square for space to run before the day gets busy. Head north to Grand Central Terminal to see the concourse, then take the subway to Central Park for a picnic and a playground break; check current park rules and transit service before setting out. In the afternoon, ride west to the High Line and Little Island, keeping the pace slow and leaving room for rests. Finish with an early family meal near the Theater District or back in the neighborhood. Book show tickets in advance and check curtain times.

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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
• Air conditioning
• Alarm clock
• Banquet
• Bath
• Bathrobe
• Bathroom
• Business Center
• Car rental service
• Cleaning
• Coffee
• Concierge
• Crib
• Desk
• Dry cleaning service
• Express check in
• Fitness Center
• Hairdryer
• Housekeeping
• Internet access
• Iron and board
• Laundry Service
• Elevators
• Minibar
• Non smoking rooms
• Parking
• Pay per view
• Pets allowed
• Refrigerator
• Restaurant
• Room Service
• Safe
• Security Features
• Shower
• Smoke detector
• TV
• Telephone
• Towels
• WC