Skyline Hotel, New York, USA
★ ★ ★
A slightly off-centre motel style property that presents a classic case of not judging a book by its cover. Once inside, the decor and furnishings are congenial and welcoming.
A friendly and welcoming attitude prevails at the small reception desk. Parking is available in an adjacent garage, and a bar and restaurant are operated under separate ownership and management.
Popular with
Americans arriving by car as well as many Europeans.
Close to Times Square
Location
Located 800m to the northwest of Times Square, to the west of Midtown, in an up and coming area that was previously rarely frequented by tourists. Many local shops and eateries along 10th Avenue that serve the local population who reside in the surrounding, less salubrious, apartment buildings. 50th Street subway station is 600m to the east.
City
Times Square and the Broadway theatres are 700m to the east whilst the Lincoln Center is 800m to the north. The Port Authority bus terminus is 500m to the southeast with the Rockefeller center 600m further.
Pool
Indoor pool onsite.
Leisure & Entertainment
No daytime or evening entertainment facilities onsite so guests often make for nightclubs and bars off the Times Square area.
Access & Mobility*
Basic facilities for disabled guests but those using a wheelchair may find the off-centre location somewhat inconvenient.
Skyline Hotel, New York
Key Points
- Indoor pool onsite
- Off-centre location on 10th Avenue
- A soulless exterior hides a more welcoming interior
- Parking in an adjacent garage
- A friendly, budget orientated base
Facilities
Public Facilities
- Bar
- Gym
- Internet Terminal
- Wifi Chargeable
- Parking
- Wheel Chair Friendly
In-room Facilities
- Air Conditioning
- TV
- Telephone
- Safe
- Hairdryer
- Disabled Rooms
- Wifi