Element New York Times Square West

Midtown, New York

Virgin rating

Standard Room
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Standard Room
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The hotel

Close to the bright lights of the Theatre District and Times Square beyond, this isn’t just any hotel; this is a live-like-a-local hotel. The Element by Westin brings everything you’ll need (and maybe hadn’t even thought of) into one place, with a small kitchenette in every room. Step out of the front doors and within a New York minute you’ll be in the heart of The City That Never Sleeps.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Close to City Centre

Where is it

In Hell's kitchen, 4 blocks from Times Square. Transfer time from John F. Kennedy International Airport: 50 minutes.

Hotel information

404 rooms. All with air-conditioning, kitchenette with fridge, hob, microwave and dishwasher, 32” LCD TV, DVD/CD player, iPod docking station, safe, hairdryer, and iron and board. Standard Rooms are 305 sq ft, with 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

City View Rooms have sweeping views of New York's city skyline, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Standard Studios are slightly larger at 385 sq ft and have 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Studio City View are as above, but with views of the city, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Complimentary Element hot buffet breakfast. Restore (24-hour gourmet grab & go pantry). 24-hour fitness centre. Gift shop. Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. 24-hour front desk. Complimentary WiFi.

Good general access for guests who are able to walk short distances and can manage up to six steps. For more information and contact details please check out ourSpecial Assistance page

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

*Denotes local charge.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Worst service imaginable - manager full of ...

Jul 15, 2024 Tina L Billund, Denmark

The staff is rude and doesn't care about inquiries regarding error in the room. When we approached the staff, they were completely indifferent and just said, we'll look into it. We had booked a room with a kitchen. Both the stove and toaster were not working when we arrived. We complained about this on day 1, twice on day 2 and on day 3 we got… Read more
The staff is rude and doesn't care about inquiries regarding error in the room. When we approached the staff, they were completely indifferent and just said, we'll look into it. We had booked a room with a kitchen. Both the stove and toaster were not working when we arrived. We complained about this on day 1, twice on day 2 and on day 3 we got hold of the manager who promised that it would now be fixed. We got a new toaster, but the stove was broken and maintenance had unplugged it before we arrived. (this should have been stated on arrival) We were offered a new room on the 3rd day, but we were on our way to a booking and had to check out the next day, so we declined this. After all, it hadn't worked for most of our stay anyway. The agreement then became another compensation in terms of points. We never got these. Contacted both the hotel and the manager several times but never got a reply. They don't care about their customers and the manager is full of …… Really the worst service imaginable. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great Staff, Excellent Rooms and Very Convenient (Hotel & Location)

Jul 12, 2024 Traveler009 St. John's, Canada

Very nice hotel and spacious rooms for New York !. The kitchen was great and the bathroom had an excellent shower. Another great feature of this hotel, if you are on a long trip, are the public laundry machines (washer & dryer). We did Not experience issues with the elevators. The included breakfast was very good. As we were always early, we… Read more
Very nice hotel and spacious rooms for New York !. The kitchen was great and the bathroom had an excellent shower. Another great feature of this hotel, if you are on a long trip, are the public laundry machines (washer & dryer). We did Not experience issues with the elevators. The included breakfast was very good. As we were always early, we never had issues finding a seat. Reception staff and the Guest Services Manager Mr. Edward James were very nice and helpful. The hotel is close to Times Square, but also many take out places and restaurants. Access to the Subway is a 5 min walk. BTW Uber is very reliable in NY and great ! If we return to NY we would stay again at this hotel. Read less
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Jul 2, 2024 Sandra C

Dangerous shower. The water doesn’t flow because of a slope. Almost no water on the kitchen. AC very noisy. Breakfast is correct - location is excellent - nice kitchenette- staff is nice. But I will never go again as I almost killed myself when I showered after my husband.
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Jul 1, 2024 Philip S Berlin, Germany

Great breakfast. Room were nice and clean. Pet brought you will get a magnet to put on your door.nice staff and great snack place. Nice channels are being played. Awesome gym. With a great view from the rooftop. Rooftop is not too hard to find. Comedy beds
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Just fair. Nobody’s lying about the elevators being insufficient

Jun 30, 2024 Abqtraveler76 Albuquerque, New Mexico

I’m a Marriott Bonvoy fan, but this was my first stay at an Element hotel, maybe it’s just not my style. The pros: The price was super reasonable, it was close to lots of things, and the room was clean, comfortable and surprisingly quiet. We appreciated having the kitchenette because my husband arrived with a fever and it was good to keep him… Read more
I’m a Marriott Bonvoy fan, but this was my first stay at an Element hotel, maybe it’s just not my style. The pros: The price was super reasonable, it was close to lots of things, and the room was clean, comfortable and surprisingly quiet. We appreciated having the kitchenette because my husband arrived with a fever and it was good to keep him contained but also easily fed. The cons: As everyone else says, the elevators are small, incredibly slow and one was locked for use by staff the entire 4 days we were there. The shower didn’t fully drain, so stepping into the shower was a very slippery/dangerous endeavor. There was no texture or adhesives on the shower floor to protect you, we just learned to be extra cautious after both almost falling the first day. Neutral: Yes, they do offer free breakfast and happy hour. The breakfast is a basic hotel buffet spread and was VERY crowded. I could never find a place to sit and took my food back to my room. Honestly, skip it. You’re in New York, go get a bagel sandwich. This stay was part of a work trip and paid for by an employer. When we were on our own dime, we moved to the Westin near Grand Central and were much happier. Read less