Riu Plaza New York Times Square

Midtown, New York

Virgin rating

The hotel

Enjoy comfort in the heart of Midtown, at the Riu Plaza New York Times Square. Ideally located to access all that New York has to offer, you'll find that you're just steps from Broadway's most renowned theatres, as well as the city's main subway lines. In-house, enjoy spacious rooms, a 24-hour fitness centre, and a buffet restaurant. As an added perk, breakfast is included - the perfect start to an exciting day in the Big Apple!

Amenities

  • Great For A Base
  • Restaurant
  • Close to City Centre

Where is it

Central Midtown Manhattan location in the renowned 'Restaurant Row', surrounded by Broadway theatres, and just a block from Times Square. Please note: Riu have two similarly names hotels around the Times Square area. Please ensure you are sure of the hotel you are booking and travel to the correct hotel.

Hotel information

647 rooms over 29 floors, all with shower, mini refrigerator, desk, flat-screen TV, central air conditioning and heating, telephone, WiFi, hairdryer, bathroom toiletries, make-up mirror, electronic in-room safe, iron and ironing board.

Deluxe Queen Rooms have 1 x queen-sized bed

Bed and breakfast: breakfast at the Theatre Restaurant (varied buffet).
Deluxe Room Two Full Beds feature 2 double beds

Deluxe King Rooms feature 1 king-size bed, and interconnecting rooms are available

Deluxe Family Room Two Full Beds feature 2 double beds and 1 sofa bed, and interconnecting rooms (with deluxe king room) are available

Executive King Rooms feature bathrobe and slippers and 1 king-size bed

Executive Room Two Full Beds feature bathrobe and slippers and 2 double beds

Junior Suite rooms feature an integrated lounge area with sofa bed, hydro-massage bathtub and additional shower, double washbasin, bathrobe and slippers, 1 double bed and 1 sofa bed

Family Suite rooms feature 1 king-size bed and 2 double beds

The Presidential Suite is the largest suite, featuring a separate lounge with sofa bed, bathroom with hydro-massage bathtub and additional shower cabin, double washbasin, bathrobe and slippers, and a 1 king-size bed

  • Book by 31 July 2024  to receive up to 35% off stays between 1 Jul '24– 30 Jun '25. Terms and conditions apply. Blackout Dates apply. Applies to certain room types.

The Theatre Buffet restaurant (open for breakfast). Grab & Go (snacks and drinks). Fashion restaurant/bar (brunch on Saturdays and Sundays). 24-hour fitness centre. Concierge service. WiFi. In-room safe.

Facility fee of $29 plus tax, per room, per night. Payable locally upon arrival, subject to change.

Resort fee includes

  • WiFi
  • Water in-room on arrival
  • Use of gym (24 hours)
  • Use of luggage store (not overnight) on arrival and departure day
  • Use of computers (with internet access and printer)
  • Concierge service
  • Package receipt service*
  • Package storage for up to 3 days

*Denotes local charge.


One person must be aged 21 years and over in each room at check-in.


Please note: Riu have two similarly named hotels around the Times Square area. Please ensure that you are sure of the hotel you are booking, and travel to the correct hotel.


Please note: in rooms with Two Full Beds, these beds may be pushed together without space in-between, so may not be suitable for non-families.

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Traveller rating

  • Excellent (3932)
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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Broadway trip accentuated by the Hotel

Jul 14, 2024 Craig_Contardi Gambrills, Maryland

Two-night stay, location could not have been more perfect for the shows we opted to see. Room was clean, and when we raised an issue it was addressed immediately. Staff was polite, efficient and attentive. Stay included breakfast buffet, and it was a large variety of tasty foods and even though there was a queue to be seated both dayswe were… Read more
Two-night stay, location could not have been more perfect for the shows we opted to see. Room was clean, and when we raised an issue it was addressed immediately. Staff was polite, efficient and attentive. Stay included breakfast buffet, and it was a large variety of tasty foods and even though there was a queue to be seated both dayswe were seated quickly. Only bad experience was with the attached bar which was utterly unsympathetic to our request as a just-checked-out guest to using their restroom before departing the hotel for the last time. The lobby restrooms of the hotel always required cardkey which for us got disabled at checkout time - the security staff at the hotel did step up to allow us to borrow a key to gain access so they made things right. The room lights and AC on day 1 of our stay were tied to a room key having to be inserted into a slot at the door, a nice energy-saving measure I suppose but by day 2 that got disabled and we could keep the AC going even when out of the room. Not sure what changed. Bed was comfortable and late checkout is available at a tiered price premium if desired up to 5pm I recall. However bag check is also supported to hold you luggage while your enjoy the rest of your last day in town. Would definitely stay there again. Read less
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Jul 14, 2024 Debbie S

Great modern hotel, stayed 2 nights prior to a cruise back to the UK. Comfortable bed, clean ensuite bathroom and a very good buffet breakfast, which set us up for the day. Our particular thanks to Ramon, who helped us chase our taxi driver, who was late and had gone to the wrong hotel, he took over the call twice to guide the driver to the right… Read more
Great modern hotel, stayed 2 nights prior to a cruise back to the UK. Comfortable bed, clean ensuite bathroom and a very good buffet breakfast, which set us up for the day. Our particular thanks to Ramon, who helped us chase our taxi driver, who was late and had gone to the wrong hotel, he took over the call twice to guide the driver to the right destination, definitely reduced our stress levels! Thank you Ramon. Read less
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Jul 14, 2024 515gavinw Ayr, United Kingdom

Hotel was great location in Hells Kitchen, staff very friendly and helpful. We had the B&B option and porch to pick from in the morning. It would have been 5's for everything but some of the rooms need a wee bit of TLC, other than that though it was a great hotel and would definitely stay again without hesitation.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great hotel for nyc visit

Jul 13, 2024 Fiona H Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Second time I’ve stayed here and would definitely recommend it. Great location for easy access to Times Sq, Central Park and Subway. Excellent breakfast included in room rate. Rooms cleaned every day to high standard. Only thing I would like in the room is kettle/ coffee machine.
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Jul 12, 2024 Sally M Devon, United Kingdom

Hotel was chosen by travel agent as part of a cruise package including air fare, hotel and transfers but I recommend this hotel and would choose to stay here if visiting NYC again. Fantastic location. The staff were very approachable and helpful. the room was clean and a good size as was the bathroom with a large easily adjustable shower. … Read more
Hotel was chosen by travel agent as part of a cruise package including air fare, hotel and transfers but I recommend this hotel and would choose to stay here if visiting NYC again. Fantastic location. The staff were very approachable and helpful. the room was clean and a good size as was the bathroom with a large easily adjustable shower. Many choices at the buffet breakfast although mushrooms weren’t served every day. Can’t comment on value as I don’t know what was paid but from a search on comparison website the rates looked very reasonable. Highly recommended Read less