I booked the hotel because of its proximity to time square as we were seeing a couple of shows for the holidays and everything is in walking distance. It is a quirky place (decor, layout, amenities (indoor bocce court?) with a horrible view (we iverlooked the lincoln tunnel) and very limited room amenities (plush towels, in room coffee makers, heat) but the price was right, the staff was very accommodating, and there was a terrific parking garage a block away. This is not a luxury hotel. It is somewhat noisy, spartan, and has few typical amenities, even if you want to pay extra for them, but the beds are comfortable, rooms are reasonably clean, and price was great during an otherwise sold out Thanksgiving holiday week. Come prepared and enjoy NYC.