3 Reasons to Stay in Times Square Next Time You're NYC Bound

Times Square has some of the best boutique hotels in the country, with the option to stay close to Broadway shows and classic dining establishments.

1. Fabulous Boutique Hotels

The Sanctuary Hotel (132 W. 47th Street) is a luxury boutique hotel in the heart of Times Square. The Sanctuary Hotel offers 113 luxurious guest rooms, richly decorated with a warm palette of deep orange, chocolate and cognac. The zen-like hotel was designed to be a relaxing retreat and the intention is evident the moment you pass through the thick wood-carved door embellished with gold accents. Crystal chandeliers, tufted leather and a cozy nook with a fireplace creates a welcoming oasis for guests from around the world. Each room boasts lush European linens along with indulgent at-home amenities that provide more than a restful night’s sleep. Guests can enjoy access to Equinox Luxury Health Club in Rockefeller Center, outstanding customer service from the talented and knowledgeable staff, including their specialized S.T.A.R. (Service Tailored to Any Request) concierge service in addition to high speed WiFi and complimentary breakfast served daily for guests. The hotel also boasts fabulous restaurants and bars including Tender Steak & Sushi, Tender Lounge, Sushi Lab, Sushi by Bou and the gorgeous all-season Haven Rooftop.

2. Classic Dining Establishments Abound

Look no further than classic eateries that have stood the test of time like Utsav, which will celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2020. Utsav is located in the heart of Times Square at 1185 6th Ave. It's name is a word with origins in Sanskrit which means festival, and that lively environment can be found nightly. While India is a land of many regions and cultures with an abundance of festivals to celebrate, Utsav embodies the explosion of colors, sounds and rituals with a sumptuous feast. Utsav features a daily prix fixe menu in addition to a buffet lunch, which is one of the busiest in the city and a dinner menu designed with authentic Indian food in mind. Owner Nandita Khanna has lived in New York City for over fifteen years. Managing to ebb and flow with food trends, Nandita has succeeded where many have failed, going above and beyond with a complete renovation of the beautiful second story space that peeks out over an alleyway smack in the middle of the Theater District.

3. Broadway Shows

Visitors and locals alike pour into Broadway's 40 theaters with musicals, revivals and star-studded plays that define Midtown's Theater District. NYCGo.com released that each season (June–May) typically sees on average 40 new productions, and attendance of over 13 million. It's this dedicated fan base that has made The Phantom of the Opera the longest-running show on Broadway—with more than 11,000 performances and counting. It's also why the Tony Awards, typically held in Radio City Music Hall, were established in 1947—though the history of theater on Broadway dates back to the 1890s, when the Empire, Olympia and Victoria were all constructed with two theaters that still remain - the Lyceum and New Amsterdam, originally built in 1903.