Pod Times Square Hotel

United States , New York Area - NY
New York, 400 W 42nd Street
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100 reviews shown

2/10

Poor

09 May 2026

prakash

All good but i didnot get breakfast

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 May 2026

Elise

So far So have stayed three times at the Pod Times Square. I have also stayed at all the others in Manhattan and Brooklyn but this one is my favorite. It was actually built as a Pod Hotel unlike most of the others that were renovated to meet the hotel’s standards. I found the staff friendly and attentive, the rooms clean and modern with every detail needed for a conversation stay. Good value for the money.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

09 May 2026

Chloe

My stay was okay for the price. I would have rated 5 but the air conditioning wasn’t the best. The entire property runs pretty warm. I had the AC running for hours at the minimum temp and highest fan speed, but it didn’t do much. Hovered around 76 degrees during the day. Luckily I was able to open a window to get fresh air. It’s not a big deal breaker but it is good to know if you’re a hot sleeper.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

09 May 2026

Jessica

Everything was perfect for a quick taste of NYC with my 12 year old kid. The location is amazing, the vibe of the hotel is fun, the service and check in were easy and friendly, the bunk beds were comfortable! Go for it! I’m sure you’ll have a great time!

Family

6/10

Pleasant

09 May 2026

Theresa

Room is a bit small, no storage for garments but the room and bathroom is clean. I wish a bit more space and allow microwave to use in the amenity common areas.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

09 May 2026

Haley

Super clean & cozy! Staff was amazing.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

08 May 2026

Dawn

Affordable and nice place to stay on solo trip or couple trip.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 May 2026

Carly

nice central location

Self

4/10

Poor

08 May 2026

Liat

We booked a single night in a tiny room because the price was very attractive through Expedia, but upon arrival had to pay a $25 “single night fee”, we were not made aware of during the reservation.

Partner

2/10

Poor

07 May 2026

Gabriel Yepez

Unfortunately, this hotel did not meet any of my expectations. I paid $989 for 3 nights. Other than the convenience of everything being close, such as the subway, Times Square, Broadway Theater, Central Park, etc. I experienced harassment by a guy who just walked into the lobby and begged for money again and again. Unfortunately, another one of the problems with this location is that there are no parking lots associated with the hotel so the nearest parking lot is down the block ($67 a night, not to mention) but the biggest problem is that you can’t turn left, which is where the hotel is at, so my boyfriend went to go get the car while I waited in the lobby with all of our suitcases. What is about a three minute walk turned into a 20 minute drive for him. During that time, the guy was constantly insisting I give him money and asking how long until my boyfriend got back. He sat by me and interrogated me. Sadly it took about 15 minutes before a worker/guard came and told him to leave. The hotel had a D rating, no trash bag inside the bathroom or room, the doors to our rooms were covered in grime/unknown white stains, bad smell down the hall, dirty floors. We were on the 8th floor and couldn’t sleep all night due to the loud noise outside and construction in the morning. Tiny room with no space for our suitcases. Not at all like the photos on their website. Maybe it once used to be all that. Only stayed 2 nights, couldn’t do it another night. Waste of money!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 May 2026

Emily

Nice hotel close to the central parts of New York. Short walk from Penn station

8/10

Excellent

06 May 2026

malcolm

My wife and I had booked a Queen-size bed but were given an uncomfortable Full-size one instead, in a very cramped space. Neither of us slept very well, but we were given another room with a Queen mattress for our second night’s stay.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 May 2026

Michael

It was very clean and the area was perfect,highly recommend this place.

10/10

Exceptional

06 May 2026

MICHAEL

It was everything I needed it to be. Clean. Convenient. Helpful staff. Excellent location.

Self

8/10

Excellent

06 May 2026

Hongtao

Everything is good except the room is too small

Family

8/10

Excellent

05 May 2026

Van-Khanh

Clean room but the hotel needs more lights at the hall way. Elevators and the lobby area need to be cleaner. Great location.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

05 May 2026

Margaret

Great hotel in great location

Self

8/10

Excellent

05 May 2026

Katherine

It’s in a good location. It’s walking distance to many attractions. It’s good for what you need it. For a few days it’s perfect. The staff were very nice. I would stay here again.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

05 May 2026

Jasmine

Everyone was super nice the view and room was great. Location was perfect with in walking distance of a lot of places. Definitely will recommend and stay again!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 May 2026

ezia

I always feel well taken care of here. I have been staying here a few times a year for awhile now and love my rooms!!

Self

10/10

Exceptional

03 May 2026

Daniel

Micro rooms are clean and all you need in NYC. The sheets are a bit ruff; otherwise, all good.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

03 May 2026

Stephanie

Great location.. close to the subway and time square! Great vibe! Friendly staff

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

03 May 2026

ASHEEDA

Nothing was included

Self

10/10

Exceptional

02 May 2026

Angela

Centrally located and clean. Would definitely stay again!

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

02 May 2026

Elizabeth A

Love the predictability for the pod times square for my short nyc trips. Friendly helpful staff on the movement you arrive, very clean room and bathroom, easy to get around for theatre and food on foot or uptown or downtown by subway. Comfy bed! Darkening shades.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

02 May 2026

David

No room though we stayed for 3 days

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

01 May 2026

AILEEN DE LOS SANTOS

Great staff, nice view .great location.cleanliness

6/10

Pleasant

01 May 2026

Kelley

Great price, middle of the action! Very noisy outside with horns, fire trucks, general New York action. I had trouble sleeping. The room was cozy, but not designed well. The bed frame had sharp corners that I have bruises on my knees from, and the wash cloth dropped into the toilet twice. I was surprised there was no central coffee, hot water for tea or microwave in the lobby, but when I asked, they brought an electric kettle to the room which was great.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

30 Apr 2026

LESLIE

Great place.. just a little expensive

Family

8/10

Excellent

30 Apr 2026

Nina

Overall, I had a pretty decent experience. The only thing is that it would be very nice to have access to kettle/hot water/microwave within the hotel. That is something I was missing.

Friends

8/10

Excellent

30 Apr 2026

Keith

Room was very clean

Self

10/10

Exceptional

29 Apr 2026

Melissa

Efficient, clean and in a prime spot

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

29 Apr 2026

Akon

Very nice staff and I personally loved the location

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

29 Apr 2026

Emily

We loved staying at the pod times square! Stayed here for a weekend trip with my best friend and loved the bunk bed layout for the 2 of us. Great location and staff are very friendly. Would stay here again!

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

29 Apr 2026

Felicia

Convenient location. I was skeptical of the bunk beds, but they were comfy and sturdy. Staff was helpful and friendly.

Friends_and_family Family

4/10

Poor

29 Apr 2026

Ousmane

The rooms are extremely small and uncomfortably narrow. I genuinely regret booking this for my friend and his wife. At this price point, the value is unacceptable. I would not recommend this property to anyone.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

28 Apr 2026

Tiffany

Perfect Stay would absolutely book again

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

28 Apr 2026

Maryam

Excellent hotel

8/10

Excellent

28 Apr 2026

John

The pod hotel is really great. 2nd time we’ve stayed here. It is spotless. Concierge are super helpful and so knowledgeable. We didn’t eat here and only had 1 drink at the bar as New a York is outside the hotel.
It’s 5min walk from Times Square, the bus station and 10min from Javits Conference centre, the Vessel & Hudson Yards.
The rooms are compact but for 3 days were perfect as they are really clean and shower is awsome. Cleaned every day. Remember to put your “Service Now” plate on the outside of the metal door.
I really do like pod hotel.

Business

10/10

Exceptional

27 Apr 2026

Albert

The staff were very friendly. Even allowed us to check in early when our concert was unexpectedly moved up. Super convenient location too.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

27 Apr 2026

Efrain

I loved the accessibility. It was close to everything. Would have liked to see an included breakfast, small fridge/microwave in room would be great additions!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

27 Apr 2026

Ambria

This room was the perfect location for seeing a broadway show. Also very close to Times Square. Only thing I wish they had in the room was a mini fridge. There was no way to keep anything cold.

Self

8/10

Excellent

27 Apr 2026

Libertad

Staff is so great I’m always impressed with them at check in even with challenges.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

26 Apr 2026

Jasmine

Amazing place to stay in. Clean room everyday. Multiple food places!

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

26 Apr 2026

Fatima

It is good for women who are traveling by themselves. Much recommended 🤞😝❤️

10/10

Exceptional

26 Apr 2026

Kelsey

This is my new place... Clean, convenient, safe and great staff.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

26 Apr 2026

Vanessa

Clean room

10/10

Exceptional

25 Apr 2026

Kelly

If you are going for a short trip and do not need a lot of space, this is great. My daughter and I came in to town for a show and this was easy to get to from the train. Close to the show as well. Will stay here again.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 Apr 2026

Anja

The room was clean and perfectly set up for my use. The plug didn’t work in the sink and the water was a little cold, but generally very good

Business

8/10

Excellent

24 Apr 2026

Julianne

The Pod is very conveniently located in Times Square. I liked the security of having two elevators (one for getting up to the lobby, another for getting to guest rooms). I didn't hear/deal with much guest noise; most of what I heard was typical outside NYC.
The rooms (or at least the one I was in) don't have refrigerators or microwaves, so it's not super easy to keep leftovers or any food/snacks you'd bring with you to the hotel. There is no on-site parking, but there is a parking garage less than a block away - validated parking, but it's still quite expensive. I'd stay here if it was a quick night away, but for a long week, it started feeling very small very fast.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

24 Apr 2026

Kaiwei

Although the room is very small, but it is very comfortable for two to stay there one night.

10/10

Exceptional

23 Apr 2026

Billy

Es un gran sitio

Self

10/10

Exceptional

23 Apr 2026

Ainash

Чисто, прикольное место , полно молодежи.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Apr 2026

Ambria

Small room so it’s a perfect stay for a few nights. I stayed overnight but i wouldn’t have minded staying a few more. Clean room and the staff was so nice!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Apr 2026

Shari

Their concierge Christina is an asset for The POD!!

Self

10/10

Exceptional

23 Apr 2026

Katherine

Sunny room with a view of the Hudson . Quieter side away from Times Square but easily walkable to all of the Broadway shows. Stayed for one night with my teenager. Really appreciated having bunk beds so we could each have our own space. Would definitely stay again and wish I had tried Pods sooner.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

22 Apr 2026

Cole Dalton

Nice staff. Small (as expected) but clean room. Convenient.

Business

10/10

Exceptional

22 Apr 2026

Christian

Small Euro style room, but great for 1 on a business trip, with the city right there for after hours.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

21 Apr 2026

Aiden

Amazing stay

10/10

Exceptional

21 Apr 2026

Charles Matthew

The only place we will stay in Midtown! We have now stayed here a few times, after years of being disappointed with most of the hotel options in Times Square, we booked a week's stay at POD Times Square. This hotel is exactly what it says it is. Rooms are fairly small, but quiet and private. Bath is well-appointed, and the location is great. The staff was also amazing, and a pro tip, you can ask for an electric kettle at the front desk and make hot food and soups during your stay.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

21 Apr 2026

Kylea

It was located in the perfect area and in the middle of everything

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

20 Apr 2026

Joseph

Amazing if you don't care about having tons of space! It was just enough for my fiancé and I. Clean room and bathroom, friendly staff, and the lounge was great! Highly recommend if you care more about spending your money elsewhere on your trip rather than spending your whole budget on a hotel! Would come back again!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Apr 2026

John

Nice hotel and good location

Self

10/10

Exceptional

20 Apr 2026

Rae

Great room... I could open the windows for fresh air ... awesome shower ...staff were very helpful and friendly

Self

10/10

Exceptional

18 Apr 2026

Ivette

First, let me say this trip was sort of planned… I decided to come to New York during Tartan Week (and it did not disappoint!). I went with Pod Times Square because it was close to a lot of the events I was planning to attend as well as traveling back home. While Times Square is not for me I was close to a lot of amazing locations I wanted to visit and since Pod Times Square was in walking distance in Hell’s Kitchen, this was a good spot to pick.
Staff was friendly, professional and upbeat from the front desk getting me checked in and settled to housekeeping coming by and making sure I have everything I need (thank you ladies, I appreciate you so much!); I would definitely stay here again because it was CLEAN!
I missed out on checking out the amenities they had to offer, however, I did briefly check out the bar/restaurant (looked SO cute!) because I needed a fork for my leftovers. Anyway, on my last day, I had to end up coming back and staying an extra day due to a hiccup in my travels back home. Sahar and Juan were so helpful to let me stay an extra night in my same room when I returned. Truly, God bless you both so much for helping me out!
Now, it is New York so don’t expect the rooms to be big, especially the closer into the city you get. If you want bigger you’ll have to stay a wee bit further out or closer to residential areas. I stayed on the 22nd floor in a room with a full/queen bed and I was comfy!
Okay, thank you New York; see you again, soon!

Self

6/10

Pleasant

18 Apr 2026

Pamela

The Pods are exactly as they say, it’s a pod, very small, the a/c did not work very well even after having maintenance check it and you hear the sirens and horns honking so you don’t need an alarm clock. I don’t think we will stay here again. But it’s a Great location, next to really great restaurants and the theaters. I highly recommend Mom’s Kitchen & Bar and 5 Napkin Burgers. Meals were delicious!

Partner

2/10

Poor

17 Apr 2026

Erica

Carpet smelled, mold in the showers, sticky floors, no ice, had to switch rooms
3 times, will not stay again

Self

8/10

Excellent

17 Apr 2026

Jennifer

Rooms are well designed and in good condition. Elevators for such a large hotel are very fast and there are enough elevators. Staff does an excellent job cleaning rooms. Hotel is very well managed.

Business

10/10

Exceptional

17 Apr 2026

Brad

Great location and the perfect place for an NYC getaway. The staff was amazing - friendly, helpful and focused on providing a great customer experience!

10/10

Exceptional

17 Apr 2026

Raymond

Great place and great location.I have stayed at the location many, many times.

10/10

Exceptional

17 Apr 2026

Aaron

For the price and the location, this cannot be beat! Room had a fantastic view, clean and the ammentities were perfect.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

17 Apr 2026

Alicia

Great location.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

16 Apr 2026

Azyria

Good

10/10

Exceptional

16 Apr 2026

Nicole

Staff are the best

Self

10/10

Exceptional

16 Apr 2026

John Kaden

Great location and clean room.

Friends

8/10

Excellent

16 Apr 2026

James k

Nothing special

10/10

Exceptional

16 Apr 2026

Erik

We had a great stay.

8/10

Excellent

15 Apr 2026

Bruce

Friendly

Business

10/10

Exceptional

15 Apr 2026

Elida

Room was ready and the view was beautiful

8/10

Excellent

15 Apr 2026

Rosemary

The hot water was luke warm. It never got hot. Everything else was great!

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

15 Apr 2026

Taylor

Great location and perfect for a budget trip to NYC. However, if your trip is happening during a warmer time, please keep in mind that the AC units in the rooms really struggle to keep up. During our stay, the temps were in the 80s and our room struggled to get below 75 degrees despite being on the lowest temp and full blast.

Friends

8/10

Excellent

14 Apr 2026

Duncan

Great for an easy & simple set up. Close to Times Square & Port Authority bus terminal & subway stop in midtown. Easy transfer links to JFK airport and the rest of Manhattan & Brooklyn.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

14 Apr 2026

Jennifer

Good

6/10

Pleasant

14 Apr 2026

Karen

Too expensive

10/10

Exceptional

12 Apr 2026

Pamela

Perfect location and staff was wonderful.

Family

6/10

Pleasant

12 Apr 2026

Charlie

Average hotel, cheap and cheerful. Does what it says on the tin

8/10

Excellent

12 Apr 2026

John

Everything was fine but I was hit with an u expected $22 “service charge” upon checking in. Not pleasant.

Self

8/10

Excellent

09 Apr 2026

David

Clean safe smelled nice and everything I needed was good for a short getaway especially for one Low maintenance person

Self

10/10

Exceptional

09 Apr 2026

Judith

The room was small but all we needed. It was clean and comfortable.

10/10

Exceptional

09 Apr 2026

Anup

Good cozy place to stay

10/10

Exceptional

09 Apr 2026

Shannon

The bunk room was well-appointed and extremely clean! Each day when we returned from being out and about, everything was restocked. Perfect location to Times Square and the Theatre District. Express check-out was super easy and convenient. I will book again!

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Apr 2026

Melissa

Nice hotel in an excellent location for times square and Broadway. Close to subway.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Apr 2026

Erinn

Loved everything about this place. Super convenient to all tourist areas and the convention center. Had an amazing bagel shop across the street. We are definitely staying here again. I can't say enough about this place. Compact and very comfortable. We had the bunk beds and it was perfect. The view was also amazing.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

09 Apr 2026

Kari

We personally didn’t have hot water in our room which was frustrating. Small rooms, fair pricing, good location. But i wouldn’t prolly stay again.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

09 Apr 2026

Juliya

Clean room, able to leave luggage for an hour even after check-out to grab food.