I mentioned the New Yorker above. It is near the Double Tree I also described above, and near both Pearl and Ripley Greer studios. Lots of people stayed there. The lobby is big and there is a 24 hour diner attached (also accessible from
The street if you aren’t staying there). I heard the rooms were dated by some people.
I got a better deal with breakfast included at the double tree. As they are right around the corner from each other I went with the cheaper option. If you book the double tree make sure it is the right one There are several. This is the one at Times Square South on 36th street just off 8th avenue
The lobby is small but there is a bar and a restaurant as well