Wow! I was nervous going into the stay because of the mixed reviews (no ac, dirty) but am now convinced that the people who wrote those will have a problem with everything. I’m very selective about where I stay so I felt like I was taking a risk, but was blown away by everything. The best AC in room and throughout, the most thorough cleaning, great air freshener, friendly and attentive staff. It honestly felt like a 5 star hotel and I felt like the value was absolutely there. If you turn left when you exit the hotel, you walk about two blocks to Central Park, and if you turn right, you’re in Times Square. It’s a great location if you want to see all over the city but have a central place to return to. There’s also a great bike/ scooter rental place right next door so you don’t have to take those low quality Citi bikes everywhere. Cannot recommend enough. Zero hiccups or surprises. ALSO sweet green and sugar fish are literally attached to the building along with so many other delicious places like red eye grill. There’s a giant smart tv in the room so you can stream every platform that you have too and aren’t forced to watch horrible cable. Incredible gym that no one was in every morning. Book this hotel!