Pod Times Square

Hotels
8.6 (20000 reviews)
400 West 42nd Street , New York , us
+1 844-763-7666

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Heating
Terrace
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent central location (Times Square/subway)
Clean and tidy rooms (majority of reviews)
Friendly and helpful staff/concierge
Good, inexpensive option by NYC standards
Useful storage solutions (under-bed) for luggage
Cons:
Rooms and beds are very small/cramped
Limited in-room amenities (no mini-fridge, no microwave, no ice)
Breakfast not included / restaurant limited or removed
Occasional reports of strong room odor

Categories

Cleanliness
10
Majority of reviews explicitly call the rooms and hotel clean and tidy; a few isolated complaints about a strong smell in one room are noted, but overall cleanliness is repeatedly praised.
Service
10
Multiple mentions of friendly, helpful staff and a good concierge — staff responsiveness (extra towels, helpful concierge) is a consistent positive across reviews.
Location
10
Overwhelming consensus: excellent, extremely central location (steps from Times Square and subway); repeatedly described as perfect for exploring NYC.
Room Quality
6.27
Several explicit negative comments: rooms and beds described as extremely small, compact and tight on space; useful for short stays but cramped for luggage or longer stays.
Amenities
6.27
Frequent complaints about missing in-room amenities (no mini-fridge, no microwave, no ice machine, no complimentary water/tea/coffee). Storage under beds noted positively but overall amenities are limited.
Value for Money
10
Mixed language on price but several reviews explicitly call it inexpensive for NYC standards and a solid base to explore from; perceived value is strong given the central location.
Food and Beverage
6.26
Multiple notes that breakfast is not included and that the on-site restaurant/served breakfast is lacking; guests report limited/no complimentary F&B options.
Overall Experience
10
Overall sentiment is positive: many guests report a fantastic or enjoyable stay, praising location, cleanliness and staff; main drawbacks (small rooms, limited amenities) make it best suited for short stays.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-06-30 09:13

Property Description

Modern Accommodations
Experience comfort and style at Pod Times Square, just steps away from Restaurant Row. Relax in rooms with flat-screen TVs, cozy seating areas, and sleek bathrooms with complimentary toiletries.

Convenient Amenities
Enjoy the convenience of free WiFi throughout the property and a 24-hour front desk to assist you anytime during your stay.

Prime Location
Explore nearby attractions like Times Square and the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, all within walking distance. With LaGuardia Airport just 10 km away, your travels are made easy. Book your stay at Pod Times Square for an unforgettable New York City experience.

Important information:

Please note that the credit card and photo identification presented at check-in must match the name on the reservation. For third party reservations, a credit card authorization form is required. Contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Please note that the credit card will be pre-authorized at least 7 days prior to the date of arrival.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: JFK

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 55 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 20000 reviews
Cleanliness: 10
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 6.27
Amenities: 6.27
Value for Money: 10
Food and Beverage: 6.26
Overall Experience: 10
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Osorio • couple • us
10
Pros:

It has a perfect location, close to everything. The property is beautiful and comfortable, and the front desk staff are very friendly and welcoming.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Lino • solo_traveller • it
5
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PATRICE • couple • fr
4
Trop cher pour prestation moyenne
Pros:

L emplacement

Cons:

Amabilité personnel notamment bar et bagage rie
Vieux chewing-gum retrouvé sur les côtés du lit

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Rositsa • couple • es
10
Merece la pena
Pros:

Muy céntrico y muy limpio . Habitación pequeña pero extremadamente bien aprovechada. Estaba en piso 20 con vistas increíbles

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Anita • solo_traveller • us
8
Loved the location, staff, and enjoyed the free excursions.
Pros:

Location and staff.

Cons:

The room spelled like sticky feet.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Buse • solo_traveller • tr
10
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Spencer • couple • gb
8
Good stay
Pros:

Good location. Clean, comfortable and quiet.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Anna • couple • hk
8
Great stay and convenient location. Room was clean and staff was responsive and lovely
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Robert • family_with_children • gb
9
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Roberto • family_with_children • it
10
Pros:

Sink was clogged, repairman came instantly and fixed it.

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Oumaima • couple • ma
7
Bien
Pros:

Bon emplacement
Propreté très bien
Personnel

Cons:

Le séchoir ne marche pas

Bon emplacement par rapport à time square mais on trouve des gens qui font peur.

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Angelica • couple • co
9
New York fascinante , el hotel con una ubicación excelente lo que queríamos y necesitábamos. Es pequeño pero acogedor
Pros:

Su ubicación

Cons:

Todo estuvo bien. La entrada al hotel quizás

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Marek • solo_traveller • cz
8
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Danijela • solo_traveller • hr
9
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Bedrossian • solo_traveller • hn
10
Ideal para viajeros en solitario
Pros:

Excelente ubicación, muy cerca de todo; concedieron un early check in desde temprano sin cobrar nada extra. Habitaciones pequeñas pero confortables.

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Bénédicte • couple • fr
9
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Gonzalo • couple • ar
10
Tal cual lo que ofrecen, pequeño pero suficiente y sin costos ocultos
Pros:

Atención, apenas llegas te dan toda la información con muy buena onda, podes dejar equipaje tanto si llegas antes como si te vas luego del check out, contratar traslados y organizan free walking tours. No hay costos ocultos en nada

Cons:

Nada, todo excelente

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Nadia • family_with_children • ar
10
Para estadías cortas accesibilidad sal subway 42 y alrededores caminando
Pros:

Excelente ubicación ! Las personas muy amables y limpio

Cons:

Limpieza perfecto
Y excelente ubicación caminando llegas a vérsela hidratar Eli es 5ta avenida y por supuesto tome square
Jugamos al Ping pong cuando llegábamos de caminar
Tiene juegos de mesa
La terraza espectacular para tomar el café a las mañanas y disfrutar de la vista de los rascacielos y ruidos de la intensa ciudad

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Akshay • solo_traveller • us
4
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Margaret • couple • us
7
A definite welcome surprise when our flight was cancelled
Pros:

It was available for short stay. It was clean and safe.

Cons:

The rooms were a very small, but as long as you know that is the case, then it is a perfect place to stay

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee