For families on a budget, finding a New York City hotel that is kid-friendly and affordable is the Holy Grail. Affordability is, of course, relative in a city where the average daily room rate hovers around $ 300 per night, so it’s wise to prioritize value over price. Instead of focusing on what you pay for, focus on what you get for your money.
On a recent visit to Manhattan, I turned to a chain known for offering a variety of generous perks and found that despite its rather unwieldy name, the Hyatt Place New York Midtown-South is just the ticket to a family stay in the big city .
For starters, it’s hard to beat the location on 36th Street (between Fifth and Sixth Birds) in downtown Manhattan, within walking distance of the Empire State Building and Times Square, as well as Macy’s and dozens of boutiques.
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Next, the hotel’s average daily rate generally ranges from $ 200 to $ 250, considerably below the city average of $ 300 per night, although your rate will depend a lot on your travel dates. If your plans are solid and you are comfortable with the no cancellation policy. You can save 10 percent by paying the advance fee.
But it’s the list of free services that really makes Hyatt Place a home run for families. There’s a free, plentiful hot and cold breakfast buffet available every morning (for which you’d easily pay $ 20 per person elsewhere), free wi-fi, and an on-site gym. If you want to check email or print boarding passes, there are several computer terminals and a printer in the lobby also available for free use. In total, these ancillary services add real value to the sum of at least $ 100 per night.
Best Rooms: Rooms are generous in size for NYC standards. Many, but not all, have a sofa bed, a boon to traveling families. Each room also has a flat screen TV, desk, and a mini refrigerator. Ask for a room on the top floor if you want a view.
Best Season: The city that never sleeps is a destination for all seasons. This Hyatt Place has a location that makes it a good bet any time of year.
Visited: October 2014
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