Overview: Best NYC Hotels on the N, Q, R, and W Broadway Subway Line

The yellow N, Q, R and W lines run along Broadway and serve Central Park South, Times Square, Herald Square, Union Square, Canal Street and Lower Manhattan. The R and W are local trains, while the N and Q run express in Manhattan at some stops. This guide covers hotels within a short walk of.

Understanding the Yellow Lines

The N, Q, R and W share stops at 57th Street–Seventh Avenue, Fifth Avenue–59th Street, 49th Street, Times Square–42nd Street, 34th Street–Herald Square, 14th Street–Union Square and Canal Street. The W runs on weekdays only, and the R is the local train for Lower Manhattan stops. Check the MTA app for the line serving your.

Central Park South: The Plaza

The Plaza Hotel at 768 Fifth Avenue, at 59th Street, sits beside the N, R and W at Fifth Avenue–59th Street. It is a luxury landmark with rates usually above $650. It suits travelers who want a legendary address, afternoon tea and a short walk to Central Park, Fifth Avenue shopping and Rockefeller Center.

Times Square: Marriott Marquis

The New York Marriott Marquis at 1535 Broadway, between 45th and 46th Streets, is a short walk to the N, Q, R and W at Times Square–42nd Street. It is a large hotel with many room types, with rates often between $320 and $480. It suits families and groups who want a central base for.

Times Square: citizenM

citizenM Times Square at 218 West 50th Street, between Broadway and Eighth Avenue, is a short walk to the N, R and W at 49th Street. It has compact, tech-forward rooms and lively common areas, with rates often between $195 and $295 midweek. It suits solo travelers and couples who want a design-led, efficient stay.

Herald Square: Moxy Times Square

Moxy Times Square at 485 Seventh Avenue, at 36th Street, is a short walk to the N, Q, R and W at 34th Street–Herald Square. It has a lively design, a rooftop bar and rates typically between $195 and $295 outside busy weekends. It suits younger travelers who want to walk to Macy’s, the Empire.

NoMad: Ace Hotel New York

The Ace Hotel New York at 20 West 29th Street, at Broadway, sits beside the N and R at 28th Street. It has a creative, social lobby and rates usually between $320 and $480. It suits travelers who want a stylish hotel in NoMad, near the Empire State Building, Madison Square Park and the restaurants.

Union Square: W New York

The W New York Union Square at 201 Park Avenue South, at 17th Street, sits steps from the N, Q, R and W at 14th Street–Union Square. It has a polished design and rates often between $320 and $480. It suits travelers who like a busy neighborhood with the Greenmarket.

Financial District: The Wall Street Hotel

The Wall Street Hotel at 15 William Street, near Wall Street, is a short walk to the R and W at Rector Street and Cortlandt Street. It has rooms with a classic feel and rates.

Rates and Booking Tips

Plan on $195 to $295 for budget stays, $320 to $480 for mid-range and $650 or more for luxury. Midweek is cheaper than weekends, and January and February bring the lowest rates. Compare final prices.

Questions Travelers Ask

Travelers often ask whether the N, Q, R and W are confusing. They share tracks in Midtown, but they split in Brooklyn and Queens, so check the sign before boarding. The Q also serves the.

Seasons and Timing

Times Square is crowded from late afternoon to midnight, especially in December and over summer weekends. Central Park South is at its best in spring and fall. Union Square hosts a Greenmarket several days a.

Mistakes to Avoid

Do not book a hotel based only on its address on Broadway, because stations sit at specific cross streets. Do not ignore the difference between local and express service. Do not assume the W runs.

Neighborhood Notes

Each yellow-line district feels different. Central Park South is formal and quiet at night, Times Square is loud and bright, Herald Square is busy with shoppers, NoMad is trendy and calm after dark, and Union.

Which One Should You Book?

Choose The Plaza for luxury at Central Park, the Marriott Marquis or citizenM for Times Square, Moxy for Herald Square, the Ace for NoMad, the W for Union Square and The Wall Street Hotel for.

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