Top things to do near Hyatt Place — Times Square, Hudson Yards and more
Hyatt Place New York City/Times Square is a Midtown West base steps from Times Square, Broadway and within walking distance of Hudson Yards, Madison Square Garden and the Javits Center. Top things to do nearby include seeing a Broadway show, visiting Hudson Yards’ Edge observation deck, exploring Central Park and MoMA, and catching an event at Madison Square Garden.
In this guide
- Walkable Midtown landmarks (Times Square, Broadway, Empire State)
- Hudson Yards and The Edge
- Museums, family attractions and Central Park
- Events and sports: Madison Square Garden and Javits Center
- Hotel dining, quick eats and where to refuel
- Getting around: transit, trains and airport access
- Practical tips while you stay
Walkable Midtown landmarks (Times Square, Broadway, Empire State)
From the hotel’s Midtown West location you can reach Times Square in about a 6–10 minute walk. Broadway theaters and many tourist shops and sights cluster around this area, which makes evening theater shows easy to combine with a lobby meal at the hotel.
The Empire State Building is also within walking distance, and the southern edge of Central Park is a roughly 10–15 minute walk from the Times Square area.
- Times Square — roughly 0.4 miles (about a 6–10 minute walk)
- Broadway theaters — within walking distance from Times Square South
- Empire State Building — walkable from the hotel
| Attraction | Typical walk time |
|---|---|
| Times Square | 6–10 minutes |
| Broadway theaters | Around the same walk as Times Square |
| Empire State Building | Walkable (time varies) |
Hudson Yards and The Edge
Hudson Yards, including The Edge observation deck with 360-degree city views, is just over half a mile from the hotel and within easy walking distance. It’s a good daytime excursion for skyline views and modern architecture.
You can combine a Hudson Yards visit with a walk along the High Line (access points nearby) or return to the hotel for an afternoon rest before evening plans in Times Square.
- Hudson Yards / The Edge — just over 0.5 miles away
- High Line — accessible from Hudson Yards area
- Good for skyline photos and short daytime outings
| What to do | Why go |
|---|---|
| Edge at Hudson Yards | 360° city views |
| High Line walk | Elevated park and public art |
| Hudson Yards shops | Retail and dining options |
Museums, family attractions and Central Park
MoMA (Museum of Modern Art) is under a mile from the hotel and works well for art-focused half-day visits. Families can also reach Madame Tussauds on 42nd Street in less than a 10-minute walk for a tourist-oriented experience.
Central Park’s southern edge is about a 10–15 minute walk from the Times Square area; it’s an easy place to walk, relax, rent bikes, or visit nearby attractions like Rockefeller Center.
- MoMA — under 1 mile from the hotel
- Madame Tussauds New York — less than a 10-minute walk
- Central Park (south) — roughly 10–15 minute walk from Times Square
| Family option | Approx. walk time |
|---|---|
| Madame Tussauds | Under 10 minutes |
| MoMA | Under 1 mile |
| Central Park (south) | 10–15 minutes |
Events and sports: Madison Square Garden and Javits Center
Madison Square Garden is about a 6–10 minute walk from the hotel, making it convenient for concerts, sports and large events. If you’re attending an event there, plan arrival and departure times around transit crowds.
The Jacob K. Javits Convention Center is also nearby — the hotel lists it as a 10-minute walk — which is useful for conference attendees who want a short walk to sessions and exhibitor halls.
- Madison Square Garden — roughly 0.4–0.6 miles (6–10 minute walk)
- Jacob K. Javits Convention Center — cited as about a 10-minute walk
- Good hotel location for conference and event travel
| Venue | Hotel note |
|---|---|
| Madison Square Garden | 6–10 minute walk |
| Javits Center | About a 10-minute walk (per hotel info) |
Hotel dining, quick eats and where to refuel
On property you’ll find The Placery, the lobby restaurant and bar that serves the hotel’s complimentary daily breakfast and offers a menu of burgers, salads and sandwiches with premium cocktails in the afternoon and evening (The Placery hours: 4:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.).
The Market is the hotel’s 24-hour grab-and-go outlet for snacks, drinks and quick bites, and the hotel also operates a 24/7 coffee bar featuring Starbucks espresso roast for morning or late-night caffeine runs.
- Complimentary breakfast served in The Placery (weekday and weekend times differ)
- The Placery serves lunch/dinner and premium cocktails (4:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.)
- The Market is open 24 hours for snacks and drinks; 24/7 coffee bar available
| On-site venue | Purpose / hours |
|---|---|
| The Placery | Lobby restaurant/bar; breakfast and evening service (4–11pm for bar/menu) |
| The Market | 24-hour grab-and-go snacks and drinks |
| 24/7 coffee bar | Starbucks espresso roast and quick bites |
Getting around: transit, trains and airport access
The hotel is a convenient Midtown location for transit: Penn Station and Moynihan Train Hall are within walking distance, making Amtrak, NJ Transit and LIRR connections accessible. Several nearby subway stations serve Manhattan and connections to other boroughs.
For airports, LaGuardia (LGA) is the closest by driving distance; JFK and Newark are also reachable by car or public transit. The hotel does not list an on-site airport shuttle — use taxis, rideshares, or public transit for airport transfers.
- Penn Station / Moynihan Train Hall — within walking distance for regional and national trains
- Subway access — multiple Midtown stations nearby for city transit
- No hotel airport shuttle confirmed; use taxi/rideshare or public transit
| Destination | Notes from hotel dossier |
|---|---|
| Penn Station / Moynihan | Walkable; easy Amtrak/NJ Transit/LIRR access |
| LaGuardia (LGA) | Closest by driving distance; travel time varies with traffic |
| JFK / Newark | Reachable by car or public transit; travel times vary |
Practical tips while you stay
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM and standard check-out is by 11:00 AM; the hotel notes early or late arrangements may be possible by request at the front desk. The property is smoke-free and provides free Wi‑Fi throughout guest rooms and public areas.
The hotel does not have a pool or dedicated spa listed; it does have a 24-hour fitness center with cardio machines and free weights (guest access by room key). Pet policy allows one dog up to 50 pounds per room with a nonrefundable fee noted on the hotel’s policy page — service animals are exempt from pet fees.
- Check-in: 3:00 PM; Check-out: 11:00 AM (confirm at front desk for exceptions)
- No on-site pool; 24-hour fitness center available
- Free Wi‑Fi throughout the property; property is smoke-free
- Pet policy: one dog ≤50 lbs per room with a nonrefundable pet fee (see hotel policy); service animals exempt
| Service | Detail |
|---|---|
| Wi‑Fi | Complimentary throughout hotel |
| Fitness center | 24-hour access with cardio machines and free weights |
| Pool | No pool on site |
