Review Summary
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Pros
- Clean, modern rooms with flat-screen TVs
- Microwaves and mini-fridges
- Some rooms have views of the Empire State building
- Within walking distance of the Empire State building, flagship Macy's store, and Madison Square Garden
- Near Penn Station and multiple subway lines
- 24-hour fitness and business centers
- Great American Grill serving cooked-to-order breakfast
- 24-hour Pavilion Pantry
- Free coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and afternoon cookies
- Lobby bar
- Free Wi-Fi
Cons
- Rooms ending in "02" are the smallest
- Rooms are on the small side (common in NYC)
- Wait for elevators can be long
Bottom Line
Those looking for a clean mid-range chain hotel right around the corner from the Empire State building can't do much better than this Hilton Garden Inn. Rates are affordable (for New York, at least) and the location is extremely convenient for seeing the sights -- the flagship Macy's store, Madison Square Garden, and multiple subway lines are also within easy walking distance. Just note that rooms ending in "02" are the smallest, so steer clear if you want a bit more space. Some of the city-view rooms have great views of the Empire State building, and all rooms have the microwaves and mini-fridges that are standard for the chain (and particularly helpful for saving money on food in pricey New York City).
