InterContinental NEW YORK TIMES SQUARE - New York

Towering 36 stories high, Intercontinental New York Times Square provides understated luxury in the bustling sprawl of Midtown Manhattan. It is also among the most environmentally responsible in New York.

Situated on West 44th Street, just off Eighth Avenue and within easy reach to catch the latest Broadway shows, enjoy quality dining in Hell’s Kitchen and get your high-street fashion fix in the garment district. Entry for the A, C, E subway lines are immediately accessible, and you’re three blocks from access to the 1,2,3,S,N,R, and Q subway lines.

This hotel features some of the largest accommodation in New York. The Superior rooms (which are the standard rooms) are located between the third and seventh floor. You will need to upgrade to the Deluxe rooms, for a higher floor and to take full advantage of the floor-to-ceiling-windows. All rooms are equipped with modern facilities including a touch screen computer (Free Wi-Fi included in the compulsory destination fee), 42” HDTV, Keurig® coffee maker, a weight sensor minibar and iHome docking station. Bathrooms feature walk-in rain showers with complimentary Agraria® bath products.

The Stinger Cocktail Bar and Kitchen is overseen by renowned chef Todd English and is inspired by the hotel’s rooftop bee hives. The menu might be pricey, but you can get a taste by ordering the ‘Killer Bee’ cocktail or by sharing a ‘For the hive’ punch bowl. The roaring fireplace is also a hit, when in use during those temperature-plunging months.

There is a 24-hour fitness centre, with cardio and strength-training machines and free weights at your disposal. Although there isn’t a spa, personalized in-room beauty services by NOMI can be arranged at a charge.