Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street Overview
You know what caught me off guard about the Hilton Garden Inn on West 35th? It’s tucked right in the thick of Midtown madness, but somehow they’ve managed to create this little pocket of sanity. I mean, you’re literally a two-minute walk from the chaos of Herald Square and Penn Station – which sounds awful until you realize how incredibly easy it makes everything. No subway transfers, no hunting for cabs with luggage, just boom, you’re there.
The lobby actually feels more boutique than typical Hilton Garden Inn, probably because they had to work with this narrow Manhattan footprint. It’s got this unexpectedly cozy vibe with darker wood tones and lighting that doesn’t make you feel like you’re in a hospital. Check-in was smooth – the staff clearly deals with frazzled travelers all day and has it down to a science. The rooms themselves are what you’d expect from a solid 3-star property, but here’s the thing that really matters: the windows have decent soundproofing. Yeah, you’ll still hear some street noise (it’s 35th Street, not a monastery), but I actually slept well, which honestly surprised me given the location. The beds are comfortable enough, and there’s this little kitchenette setup that’s genuinely useful if you’re staying more than a night or two – I mean, grabbing groceries from the Duane Reade downstairs and making coffee in your room instead of paying $6 at some tourist trap is pretty nice.
What really sells this place is the location intelligence, if that makes sense. You’re close enough to Times Square that you can walk there in about 10 minutes, but far enough away that you’re not drowning in costume characters and chain restaurants. The Empire State Building is right there – like, annoyingly close if you’re trying to avoid tourist crowds, but pretty convenient if that’s on your list. For food, you’ve got actual neighborhood spots within a block or two, not just the usual Midtown office building cafes. There’s this decent Korean place on 36th that locals actually eat at, and honestly, being able to grab real food without venturing into the Times Square restaurant wasteland is worth something. The 8.3 rating feels about right – it’s not going to blow your mind, but it delivers exactly what it promises without any unpleasant surprises. If you’re looking for boutique charm or luxury touches, keep looking. But if you want a reliable, well-located base for exploring Manhattan without paying luxury prices, this place actually makes a lot of sense.
Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street Accommodations
| Accommodation | Details |
|---|---|
| King Room | 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
| Double Room with Two Double Beds | 2 double beds for 4 adults, 3 children |
| King Room with City View | 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
| Double Room with City View | 2 double beds for 4 adults, 3 children |
| Double Room with Two Double Beds – Hearing Access | 2 double beds for 4 adults, 3 children |
| King Room with Bath Tub – Mobility Access – Non-Smoking | 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
| Double Room with Two Double Beds and City View | 2 double beds for 4 adults, 3 children |
| King Room with City View | 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
| Double Room with Parade View | 2 double beds for 4 adults, 3 children |
| Double Room with Parade View | 2 double beds for 4 adults, 3 children |
| Double Room with Parade View | 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
| Double Room with Parade View | 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
Reviews of Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
Radu from Romania (9/10)
Excellent location, very nice staff, check-in/check out very simple and easy, cleaning in the room every day, hot water in the shower. I asked for a room with a nice view and I got it. Very quiet. Nothing bothered us during the 10 days of our stay.The fridge, microwave and tea/coffee maker proved very useful.
Sukarmetal from Hungary (7/10)
The location is premium, everything is on the corner. The view was also nice to the Empire State Building, however it costed some extra money.
Rui from United States (7/10)
Great staff, great location, nice facilities.
Ivan from United States (9/10)
The view was amazing from the 31st floor!
Alder from United States (7/10)
Housekeeping was amazing.
Kristina from United States (8/10)
Fantastic location in the middle of everything. Great views. Very walkable location. Rooms were clean, Staff was friendly.
Haaf from United States (9/10)
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Ann from United States (8/10)
The location was outstanding., by far the best location if traveling for Christmas. We come to NYC every year to see Santa and we were basically in his back yard! Easy access to transportation, restaurants, shopping; everything you could possibly need or want while visiting NYC at Christmas time!
Amy from United States (9/10)
Everything was great, the location was on point with everything within walking distance or if we needed the subway it was right outside the hotel. The views from our room were amazing.
Ruben from United States (8/10)
It was a nice location.
Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- Bryant Park: 550 m
- Grace Plaza: 650 m
- Herald Square: 100 m
- Verizon Plaza: 550 m
- Flatiron Building: 1.2 km
- Madison Square Park: 1 km
- 246 W 38th St Tenants: 600 m
- Empire State Building: 400 m
- Pierpont Morgan Library: 450 m
- Madame Tussauds New York: 850 m
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Toast: 20 m
- Restaurant Cho Dang Gol: 30 m
Top attractions:
- Central Park: 2.5 km
- The High Line: 2.2 km
- Top of the Rock: 1.3 km
- Chrysler Building: 1.3 km
- Strawberry Fields: 3.3 km
- Rockefeller Center: 1.4 km
- Museum of Modern Art: 1.6 km
- One World Trade Center: 5 km
- Metropolitan Museum of Art: 4 km
- National September 11 Memorial & Museum: 5 km
Natural beauty:
- Lake Pond: 2.2 km
- Peak Kings Bluff (31m): 5 km
Ski lifts:
- Campgaw Lift 1: 49 km
- Campgaw Lift 2: 49 km
Public transport:
- Metro33rd Street: 300 m
- Train Penn Station: 800 m
- Train New York Penn Station: 750 m
- Metro34th Street – Herald Square: 150 m
Closest airports:
- La Guardia Airport: 11 km
- Teterboro Airport: 16 km
- New York Skyports Seaplane Base: 2.5 km
Facilities
General:
- Minimarket on site
- Shared lounge/T V area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Allergy-free room
- Heating
- Lift
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom:
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
Outdoors:
- Outdoor furniture
Wellness:
- Fitness
- Fitness centre
Living Area:
- Desk
Food & Drink:
- Fruits Additional charge
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Kid meals
- Snack bar
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility:
- Wheelchair accessible
Languages spoken:
- English
- Spanish
- Portuguese
- Chinese
Cleaning services:
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing service Additional charge
- Dry cleaning Additional charge
- Laundry Additional charge
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
Media & Technology:
- Cable channels
- Radio
- Telephone
Reception services:
- ATM/cash machine on site
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Business facilities:
- Fax/photocopying
- Meeting/banquet facilities
Parking Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs U S$66 per day.:
- Parking garage
- Accessible parking
House Rules at Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
Pets:
- Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Groups:
- When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Check-in:
- From 15:00
- Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out:
- Until 12:00
Age restriction:
- The minimum age for check-in is 21
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
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