Element New York Times Square West

Midtown, New York

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Studio City View
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The hotel

Close to the bright lights of the Theatre District and Times Square beyond, this isn’t just any hotel; this is a live-like-a-local hotel. The Element by Westin brings everything you’ll need (and maybe hadn’t even thought of) into one place, with a small kitchenette in every room. Step out of the front doors and within a New York minute you’ll be in the heart of The City That Never Sleeps.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Close to City Centre

Where is it

In Hell's kitchen, 4 blocks from Times Square. Transfer time from John F. Kennedy International Airport: 50 minutes.

Hotel information

404 rooms. All with air-conditioning, kitchenette with fridge, hob, microwave and dishwasher, 32” LCD TV, DVD/CD player, iPod docking station, safe, hairdryer, and iron and board. Standard Rooms are 305 sq ft, with 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

City View Rooms have sweeping views of New York's city skyline, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Standard Studios are slightly larger at 385 sq ft and have 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Studio City View are as above, but with views of the city, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Complimentary Element hot buffet breakfast. Restore (24-hour gourmet grab & go pantry). 24-hour fitness centre. Gift shop. Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. 24-hour front desk. Complimentary WiFi.

Good general access for guests who are able to walk short distances and can manage up to six steps. For more information and contact details please check out ourSpecial Assistance page

One person must be aged 21 years and over in each room at check-in.

*Denotes local charge.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating 10 minute elevator wait times?

Jun 30, 2025 dk808 Ewa Beach, Hawaii

If you like waiting for elevators then this hotel has you. We checked in on a Friday afternoon and the fire department was there. We suspect responding to a false alarm…totally fine and we get it. But getting to our room after they cleared it took a while. Again, would have never have written a review over something like that. Then it comes to… Read more
If you like waiting for elevators then this hotel has you. We checked in on a Friday afternoon and the fire department was there. We suspect responding to a false alarm…totally fine and we get it. But getting to our room after they cleared it took a while. Again, would have never have written a review over something like that. Then it comes to Monday, 6/30 at 945a. Called our Lyft, driver was arriving and we went out to take the elevator down from the 24th floor. Waited, I’m not even exaggerating, at least 10 minutes. There’s a little digital board that shows you what floors the elevators are on. Initially it looked like only 1 of 3 elevators were working. Going up and down all 40 floors. Then it looked like 2 of 3 was working. Every elevator that went up or down (because we figured if we just get on any elevator it’ll eventually go down), was full. We ended up having to walk 24 flights down with our suitcases. We already was charged a “no show” fee for our Lyft and didn’t want to chance another one. Seriously, this is okay? What was interesting was that when I had gone down on Sunday to ask for our room to be maid up (mind you the phones in your room and the hallway don’t work) a guy was checking in and asked about the elevator situation because he has stayed there before and said it was bad. The lady checking him in said it was fine. So that stuck in my head and lead me to believe this has happened before! Next, remember that Sunday I just shared? So we go down and there was someone at the front desk actively checking someone in. Then there was another lady who looked busy doing whatever she was doing. Mind you we weren’t even acknowledged and just standing there. She actually goes to her other coworker and helps her with a question. Then after several minutes looks up and says “next” or something like that. No apology. No acknowledgment. Just (what I heard) “what do you want?” I get if you’re busy doing your thing, no problem. Can you just look up and say we’ll be right with you? My question took 10 seconds and we left…this was around 3p. Lastly, I wouldn’t have complained but when we checked in there was a long hair right on the top of the toilet and a Bobby pin in the corner of the bathroom. Gross but not a deal breaker. But since I’m already here I thought id share this. I’m a Bonvoy Gold member and this is the one hotel I’d stay far away from. Read less
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Jun 28, 2025 sashni Bengaluru, India

We came across this hotel option while researching hotels with kitchenette and proximity to Times square. Very close to Times Square and the train station making commuting quite convenient. Coming to the room, quite small as with most places in NYC. There was barely any space to move around after placing the suitcases (of a family of 2 adults and… Read more
We came across this hotel option while researching hotels with kitchenette and proximity to Times square. Very close to Times Square and the train station making commuting quite convenient. Coming to the room, quite small as with most places in NYC. There was barely any space to move around after placing the suitcases (of a family of 2 adults and 2 kids). Wish they had a bit more storage space. The kitchenette was quite apt and came in very handy. Beds decent and bathroom small but clean. The elevator situation is definitely quite tricky .. the staff takes over manual control of the elevators during peak hours and skip stopping at most floors ... we have waited quite a bit and at times had to get off a few floors and try our luck again. We literally had to run at breakneck speed to a broadway show since the elevator took 20 mins to pick us up from the 34th floor ! The breakfast variety isn't great. Being vegans, we really had very few choices ... the hot oatmeal and some cereal (again not all are vegan) and fruits. Wish they had some healthier choices ... Despite all the pros and cons, Elements is certainly a good choice for a short to a week long kinda stay. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating evelvators dont work

May 31, 2025 Resort59618164663

The elevators barley work we had to walkk 25 flights. They blame it on "elevator modernization" the door in the hall keeps swinging open like a ghost. staff r rude and bad costumer service. rooms are very nice though if you want to hike mount everest for it.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Didn't get deposit refund

May 29, 2025 Danial N

Good experience in hotel, perfect breakfast, but what about deposit of 250$, we still don’t get it. And it’s been in while. We stayed for one night on 16-17 may. Please Element hotel administration, can you check my review. If you need any extra information, let me know.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating BEWARE OF THIS NIGHTMARE

May 16, 2025 Michael G

ABSOLUTE WORST HOTEL STAY OF MY LIFE!!!! The room was pulled out of the 90s with more scratches in the bathroom walls and counterspace than I have ever seen. There were two outlets that were hanging on for dear life, one of which had exposed wires. We were put in an accessible room, where the shower couldn't go higher than 5 and a half feet.… Read more
ABSOLUTE WORST HOTEL STAY OF MY LIFE!!!! The room was pulled out of the 90s with more scratches in the bathroom walls and counterspace than I have ever seen. There were two outlets that were hanging on for dear life, one of which had exposed wires. We were put in an accessible room, where the shower couldn't go higher than 5 and a half feet. Meaning I had to squat to shower. One elevator was down and the others were manually operated by employees. My wife and I had to give an extra 10 or 15 minute buffer to ensure we weren't late. We ended up having to leave days early due to not wanting to be in that room anymore. BEWARE, DO NOT STAY HERE!!! Read less