How Axel works5 hotels in Herald Square & Penn Station seen below the public rate in the last 7 days, typically 25% less than Expedia and Booking.com.
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7.6/10
The practical choice for train arrivals, arena nights and full sightseeing days.
Herald Square works best when you want your base to do a job. Penn Station handles intercity and regional arrivals, Madison Square Garden is next door, and Herald Square adds another major subway interchange. Macy’s, the Empire State Building and Koreatown’s restaurants and karaoke rooms give you reasons to stay nearby between outings.
It is a commuter-and-shopping district rather than a restful neighborhood retreat. Expect busy crossings, deliveries and sharp changes in atmosphere between avenues. Choose it for an efficient short visit or a late finish at the Garden; skip it if attractive streets and leisurely evening wandering matter more than transport convenience.
Each hotel is scored for what it is by Axel's own review. The rate is one stay Axel priced this week, beside the public rate for the same dates. Typical Axel rate $542 a night · usually 5% under the public rate.
a modern 4-star boutique hotel between Bryant Park and Times Square
9.1/10
A strong Midtown pick for clean rooms, helpful staff and surprisingly quiet nights.
Rate for Oct 25 to Oct 27, 2026 · 2 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 9
a playful 3-star boutique hotel near Penn Station
8.8/10
A strong Midtown base with excellent beds, friendly staff and little room to spare.
Rate for Oct 25 to Oct 27, 2026 · 2 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 9
a practical 3-star all-suite hotel in Midtown West
8.6/10
A strong Midtown base for families who value kitchens, space and helpful staff.
Rate for Oct 25 to Oct 27, 2026 · 2 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 9
A luxury boutique hotel in a former Garment District hat factory
8.6/10
A characterful Midtown base with spacious rooms, warm staff and a lively rooftop.
Rate for Nov 1 to Nov 8, 2026 · 7 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 15
a luxury boutique hotel with a private members’ club in NoMad
8.5/10
Strong on character and comfort, but check club access before booking.
Rate for Oct 30 to Nov 1, 2026 · 2 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 15
a compact, nightlife-focused mid-range hotel in Midtown
8.2/10
A strong Midtown base if you can trade room space and quiet for atmosphere.
Rate for Oct 25 to Oct 27, 2026 · 2 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 9
a practical 3-star all-suite hotel near Bryant Park
8.2/10
A strong Midtown base with useful kitchens, friendly staff and some tired edges.
Rate for Oct 25 to Oct 27, 2026 · 2 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 9
a design-led 4-star in a historic NoMad building
7.8/10
Pick it for NoMad convenience and lobby character, not polished rooms.
Rate for Oct 25 to Oct 27, 2026 · 2 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 9
a historic 4-star Midtown hotel near Penn Station
7.4/10
Choose it for Penn Station convenience and Art Deco character, not four-star polish.
Rate for Oct 25 to Oct 27, 2026 · 2 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 9
Includes $42/night paid to the hotel at check-in
$104/night less than Expedia (34%)Rate for Jan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 14
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Includes $41/night paid to the hotel at check-in
$140/night less than Expedia (26%)Rate for Nov 13 to Nov 15, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 15
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Includes $57/night paid to the hotel at check-in
$139/night less than Booking.com (25%)Rate for Nov 13 to Nov 15, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 15
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Includes $29/night paid to the hotel at check-in
$29/night less than Expedia (12%)Rate for Jan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 14
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Rate for Nov 13 to Nov 15, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 15
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Rate for Oct 29 to Nov 2, 2026 · 4 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 16
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Includes $30/night paid to the hotel at check-in
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Oct 29 to Nov 2, 2026 · 4 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 16
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Includes $38/night paid to the hotel at check-in
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Oct 29 to Nov 2, 2026 · 4 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 16
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Includes $34/night paid to the hotel at check-in
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Oct 29 to Nov 2, 2026 · 4 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 16
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5 hotels in Herald Square & Penn Station seen below the public rate in the last 7 days, typically 25% less than Expedia and Booking.com.
Axel is a travel agent that books hotels at private rates you will not find on the public booking sites. It is free to use: a free account takes just an email address. The deals below are recent stays Axel has seen in Herald Square & Penn Station, each with the public rate for the same hotel and dates beside Axel's. They are examples, not this person's dates. Sign up free to book one, or tell Axel your own dates and it checks live rooms and rates in Herald Square & Penn Station for them.
The practical choice for train arrivals, arena nights and full sightseeing days. The strongest access score and well-rated hotels make a practical base, while weaker value and functional streets limit its appeal.
Herald Square works best when you want your base to do a job. Penn Station handles intercity and regional arrivals, Madison Square Garden is next door, and Herald Square adds another major subway interchange. Macy’s, the Empire State Building and Koreatown’s restaurants and karaoke rooms give you reasons to stay nearby between outings.
It is a commuter-and-shopping district rather than a restful neighborhood retreat. Expect busy crossings, deliveries and sharp changes in atmosphere between avenues. Choose it for an efficient short visit or a late finish at the Garden; skip it if attractive streets and leisurely evening wandering matter more than transport convenience.
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Each hotel scored for what it is by Axel's own review; the rate is one stay Axel priced this week, beside the public rate for the same dates.
Seen by Axel within the last 7 days, most recently Oct 16, 2026. Each rate is per night: the stay's total as a free account pays it, including any fee the hotel collects at check-in, divided by its nights, beside the public rate seen for the same stay, also per night. These are examples, not live inventory: sign up free and Axel checks live rooms and rates for that hotel and those dates.
| Hotel | Stay | Axel rate | Public rate | Saving | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel Hendricks · 4-star | Jan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $199 a night · includes $42 a night paid at the hotel · non-refundable | $303 a night on Expedia | $104 a night less (34%) | Sign up free to book |
| Arlo NoMad · 4-star | Nov 13 to Nov 15, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $401 a night · includes $41 a night paid at the hotel · refundable | $541 a night on Expedia | $140 a night less (26%) | Sign up free to book |
| Margaritaville Resort Times Square · 4-star | Nov 13 to Nov 15, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $417 a night · includes $57 a night paid at the hotel · non-refundable | $556 a night on Booking.com | $139 a night less (25%) | Sign up free to book |
| Hyatt Herald Square New York · 4-star, Hyatt | Jan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $207 a night · includes $29 a night paid at the hotel · non-refundable | $236 a night on Expedia | $29 a night less (12%) | Sign up free to book |
| Hilton Garden Inn New York Times Square South · 3-star, Hilton Garden Inn | Nov 13 to Nov 15, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $369 a night · refundable | $409 a night on Expedia | $40 a night less (10%) | Sign up free to book |
| Hyatt Place New York City/Times Square · 4-star, Hyatt Place | Oct 29 to Nov 2, 2026 · 4 nights · 1 adult | $525 a night · refundable | not seen | Sign up free to book | |
| Pestana CR7 Times Square · 4-star, Pestana Hotels & Resorts | Oct 29 to Nov 2, 2026 · 4 nights · 1 adult | $538 a night · includes $30 a night paid at the hotel · refundable | not seen | Sign up free to book | |
| Virgin Hotels New York City · 5-star | Oct 29 to Nov 2, 2026 · 4 nights · 1 adult | $560 a night · includes $38 a night paid at the hotel · non-refundable | not seen | Sign up free to book | |
| Aliz Hotel Times Square · 4-star | Oct 29 to Nov 2, 2026 · 4 nights · 1 adult | $588 a night · includes $34 a night paid at the hotel · refundable | not seen | Sign up free to book | |
| The Chemists’ Club Hotel · 4-star, Crestline | Oct 29 to Nov 2, 2026 · 4 nights · 1 adult | $647 a night · includes $40 a night paid at the hotel · refundable | not seen | Sign up free to book | |
| Royalton New York · 4-star, Highgate | Oct 29 to Nov 2, 2026 · 4 nights · 1 adult | $649 a night · includes $40 a night paid at the hotel · non-refundable | not seen | Sign up free to book | |
| The Knickerbocker Hotel · 5-star, Highgate | Oct 29 to Nov 2, 2026 · 4 nights · 1 adult | $682 a night · includes $52 a night paid at the hotel · non-refundable | not seen | Sign up free to book |
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