Renaissance New York Midtown Hotel
218 W 35th St, New York, NY 10001, New York, United States
4-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.4 / 5
Renaissance New York Midtown Hotel is a 4-star, modern-chic property on West 35th Street, one block from Penn Station and a six-minute walk to Madison Square Garden. Rooms are warm and contemporary, featuring free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, marble bathrooms, and minifridges, with many offering city or skyline views and some including balconies or terraces; suites add separate living rooms. An airy restaurant serves international cuisine on a dining terrace, complemented by several stylish lounges and bars and an atmospheric alcove lined with shifting digital screens. A fitness center and room service round out the on-site offerings. The location places guests within walking distance of the Empire State Building (587m), Times Square (835m), Bryant Park (713m), Grand Central Terminal, and the Theater District, making it a well-placed base for exploring Midtown Manhattan on foot. With a 4.4 rating from over 2,400 reviews, it stands out as a stylish, well-run hotel in one of the city's most convenient neighborhoods.
Best for
This hotel suits leisure travelers and event-goers best, thanks to its proximity to Madison Square Garden, Penn Station, and the Empire State Building, all within a short walk. Its stylish bars, rooftop dining terrace, and modern rooms with skyline views also appeal to couples or travelers celebrating special occasions who want a lively, design-forward stay in Midtown.
Travel tips
Being one block from Penn Station makes this hotel a practical base for train travelers and for reaching other NYC boroughs via subway. Guests headed to Madison Square Garden for concerts or events can walk in about six minutes, and the Empire State Building and Bryant Park are both under a 10-minute walk. The lobby bar reportedly offers a limited number of complimentary daily drinks on a first-come, first-served basis, so arriving early in the evening is worthwhile if you want to try one.
What guests say
Guests consistently praise the hotel's location, calling it ideally placed near Penn Station, Madison Square Garden, and Empire State Building, and highlight attentive, friendly staff throughout the property. The rooftop dining terrace and lobby bar draw particular attention for good food, atmosphere, and service, with one guest specifically calling out an excellent bartender at the lobby bar. Room cleanliness, modern style, and spacious bathrooms are frequently mentioned as strengths, alongside a caveat that standard rooms run small, as is typical for New York City hotels. A few guests noted the executive lounge's happy hour serves only light bites without alcohol, contrasting with an outsourced bar staff arrangement, which stood out as an unusual departure from typical lounge offerings at the brand.
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