We traveled to NYC in the first week of October. The pandemic related measures while good intentioned were inconvenient. Housekeeping services were offered only if you stayed longer than 3 nights. Same for fresh towels. While we understand some people might be wary of having other people come into their rooms, there should have at least been an option to choose.
The lobby outside our room reeked of smoke all 3 days which was annoying since it's supposed to be a smoke free premise.
The location though is perfect. Bang in the heart of Manhattan next to Times Square. Overall pleasant, could've been better.