Boutique stays near Times Square — updated 2026
The best boutique hotels near Times Square in New York (NY). The neon heart of NYC, located in Midtown Manhattan near Broadway theaters.
Set in a former hat factory, Refinery Hotel offers a boutique experience where industrial history meets modern luxury. Its rooftop bar and stylish rooms create a chic, urban retreat in the heart of the Garment District....
Located in Hell’s Kitchen, Cachet Boutique Hotel offers a boutique experience with a modern, playful edge. Its sleek design and vibrant social spaces create a lively, urban retreat near the Theater District....
Located in the heart of Midtown, The Whitby Hotel offers a boutique experience filled with vibrant design and British charm. Its eclectic interiors and art-filled spaces create a colorful, stylish retreat just steps from Central Park....
With its minimalist design and eco-friendly ethos, Made Hotel offers a boutique experience that feels both contemporary and thoughtful. Its rooftop bar and serene interiors create a peaceful, stylish retreat in the heart of NoMad....
Located in the Flatiron District, The Evelyn offers a boutique experience steeped in history and Art Deco charm. Its beautifully restored interiors and elegant rooms create a refined, timeless retreat in one of New York’s most iconic neighborhoods....
Famed for its bohemian past, The Hotel Chelsea offers a boutique experience that feels both historic and avant-garde. Its artistically designed rooms and storied history create a unique, cultural escape in the heart of Manhattan....
Housed in a historic seminary, The High Line Hotel offers a boutique experience steeped in history and charm. Its Gothic Revival architecture and lush garden courtyard create a peaceful oasis near the iconic High Line park....
Overlooking New York’s only private park, Gramercy Park Hotel offers a boutique experience steeped in history and artistic elegance. Its eclectic interiors and access to the exclusive park create a unique, luxurious retreat....
Expanding the search radius slightly from Times Square to include these highly-rated stays within 5km.
With its 1920s-inspired design and cozy ambiance, Walker Hotel offers a boutique experience that feels both intimate and luxurious. Its stylish interiors and quiet location make it a hidden gem in Greenwich Village....
Housed in a landmark building, The Mark Hotel offers a boutique experience that blends timeless elegance with contemporary style. Its chic interiors and world-class dining create a sophisticated retreat on the Upper East Side....
Perched above the iconic High Line park, The Standard offers a boutique experience infused with playful design and sweeping views. Its rooftop bar and sleek interiors create a lively, fashionable escape in the Meatpacking District....
Set in a charming historic building, The Marlton Hotel offers a boutique experience that feels both timeless and elegant. Its cozy fireplace lounge and intimate rooms evoke the atmosphere of a refined European guesthouse....
Located in the vibrant Bowery district, The Bowery Hotel blends industrial chic with vintage luxury. Its eclectic decor and intimate setting make it a favorite among those seeking a stylish yet cozy retreat in downtown New York....
Set in a landmark building in SoHo, The Mercer offers a boutique experience that merges industrial design with modern elegance. Its spacious loft-style rooms and artistic ambiance make it a chic retreat for design-conscious travelers....
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Times Square is sensory overload incarnate—towering LED billboards, perpetual crowds, and the concentrated energy of Midtown Manhattan. Staying here means stepping into the version of New York that the world imagines: Broadway theaters, neon lights, and streets that never sleep.
The Theater District wraps around the square, making it ideal for catching shows without worrying about last-minute transit. Boutique hotels nearby range from theatrical-themed properties to sleek design hotels tucked into Midtown's side streets. Rooms tend toward compact (this is Manhattan), but location compensates.
Transport is exceptional. Times Square station connects to nearly every subway line, and Penn Station (Amtrak, NJ Transit, LIRR) is a ten-minute walk. Central Park is fifteen minutes north; the Empire State Building ten minutes south.
The trade-off is intensity. Times Square is loud, crowded, and commercial—an experience rather than a neighborhood. For first-timers wanting the iconic NYC experience or theater lovers prioritizing Broadway access, it delivers maximum New York density.
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