Candlewood Suites New York City Times Square by IHG

About Candlewood Suites New York City Times Square by IHG

Candlewood Suites New York City Times Square by IHG suits travelers who want a simple, well-placed base in Hell's Kitchen. The address on West 39th Street puts Penn Station and Times Square within walking distance, which helps if you arrive by train or plan evenings at the theaters. Kitchen and kitchenette facilities listed by the supplier appeal to guests staying several nights who prefer to prepare some meals. Business travelers get a business center and free wifi, and the 24 hour front desk covers late arrivals.

The hotel is rated 2 stars, which places it among the simpler properties in Midtown, and it runs under the Candlewood Suites brand by IHG. The booking supplier gives it a guest score of 3.8 out of 5 from 1,177 reviews, so set expectations for a straightforward, functional stay rather than a full-service one. Rooms come with kitchen or kitchenette facilities listed by the supplier, and the building has lifts, air conditioning and free wifi.

Rooms and listed facilities

Facilities listed by the supplier cover the practical side of a city stay. Couples get air conditioning, a safe and a kitchen or kitchenette for light meals; families can ask about cots and about pets, since both appear on the listed facilities. Late arrivals can check in at any hour, and parking and valet parking are listed. Confirm kitchen equipment, cot availability and any parking arrangements with the property before you book.

Laundry service and lifts are listed, which helps on longer stays and with luggage. Breakfast and bars appear among the listed facilities, so ask the property what is served and when. Guests who need a quiet work surface should confirm what the room provides, and anyone traveling with a pet should check conditions in advance. Room layout, bed type and kitchen equipment are best confirmed directly with the property before booking.

The setting

The address is 339 West 39th Street, on a side street in Hell's Kitchen between the theater blocks and the far West Side. Times Square is about 0.4 miles (0.7 km) away in a straight line, Penn Station about 0.4 miles (0.6 km) and Grand Central Terminal about 0.9 miles (1.4 km), so much of Midtown is on foot. The nearest observation decks are about 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away, and the 9/11 Memorial about 3.2 miles (5.2 km) south.

Location and neighborhood

Hell's Kitchen works well when your flight lands early or your train gets in late. The neighborhood fills the west side of Midtown from 34th Street to 59th Street, between the Theater District and the Hudson. Ninth Avenue runs through its middle, with Restaurant Row and a dense run of food places along the avenue. Numbered cross streets make walking simple, and you can reach Times Square, Penn Station and the Port Authority Bus Terminal on foot. Late at night, stay on lit avenues and check current subway service before setting out.

For an early departure, the west-side grid keeps the route simple: head east for the Theater District and Grand Central Terminal, or south for Penn Station. Buses and the subway run through the neighborhood, though overnight service can change, so check the current timetable with the transit authority. Keep your bearings by the avenue names: Eighth, Ninth, Tenth and Eleventh avenues run north to south. The Hudson River parks on the west edge give a quiet place to wait out a delay, and the blocks near the terminals stay active at most hours.

Getting there and around

Getting in and out is straightforward if you plan for the hour. The road distance from the airport is around 14 miles (22.2 km); where a rail link exists, it can be quicker when roads are busy. Candlewood Suites New York City Times Square by IHG is around 0.9 miles (1.4 km) from the main rail station, which helps on late arrivals and early departures. Within the neighborhood, walk the avenues and use the subway for longer hops; tap to pay at the turnstiles and check current service updates with the transit authority. A late arrival should confirm the last train or bus rather than assume overnight frequencies.

Nearby sights and food

Sights cluster on both sides of Hell's Kitchen. The Intrepid Museum sits at the Hudson edge on the west side. East of the neighborhood, Broadway theaters fill the Theater District around Times Square; evening curtains are usually at 7 or 8 pm, so check the show. The Museum of Modern Art is a short walk or subway ride east, and Hudson Yards and the Vessel lie south along the Hudson. Observation decks are spread across Midtown, and Grand Central Terminal is east on 42nd Street. Check opening days before setting out.

Food is one of the reasons to base a stay here. Restaurant Row, on West 46th Street, packs pre-theater dining into a short block, while Ninth Avenue runs through the neighborhood with a long mix of casual counters, bakeries, delis and sit-down rooms. Menus cover Thai, Italian, Mexican, Japanese, Indian and Middle Eastern cooking, with pizza slices and noodle bowls for quick meals. Portions and noise levels vary, so look at a menu before sitting down. Late-night options thin out after the theaters close, but the avenues usually keep a few places open.

A day from Candlewood Suites New York City Times Square by IHG

A day from Candlewood Suites New York City Times Square by IHG can begin early with a walk west to the Hudson River paths while the streets are quiet. Continue south to Hudson Yards and the Vessel, then loop back through the neighborhood for a late breakfast at a bakery or diner. Spend midday at the Intrepid Museum or cross to the Museum of Modern Art, checking opening hours and timed entry before you go. In the afternoon, walk the Theater District and Grand Central Terminal. Have an early dinner near Restaurant Row, see a Broadway show if tickets are available, then return to Candlewood Suites New York City Times Square by IHG on foot or by subway.

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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
• ATM
• Air conditioning
• Alarm clock
• Bars
• Bath
• Bathroom
• Breakfast
• Business Center
• Carpeted
• Cleaning
• Coffee
• Concierge
• Crib
• Desk
• Dishwasher
• Dry cleaning service
• DVD player
• Express check in
• Fan
• First aid
• Fitness Center
• Free Wi-Fi
• Hairdryer
• Internet access
• Iron and board
• Kitchen
• Kitchenette
• Laundry Service
• Elevators
• Market
• Microwave
• Non smoking rooms
• Parking
• Pets allowed
• Radio
• Refrigerator
• Safe
• Shower
• TV