Truss Hotel Times Square

I’ll be honest – when I first walked into Truss Hotel Times Square, I wasn’t expecting much. The entrance on 9th Avenue is pretty understated, which honestly threw me off since most hotels around here are screaming for attention. But you know what? That turned out to be exactly what made this place work.

The location is actually brilliant if you think about it. You’re technically in Hudson Yards, so you get that slightly more upscale vibe without the absolute chaos of being right in the thick of Times Square madness. I mean, you can still walk to all the Broadway shows and tourist spots in about ten minutes, but when you come back at night, you’re not dealing with those massive crowds of people taking selfies right outside your hotel door. The 9th Avenue corridor has some really solid local spots too – there’s this little coffee place two blocks down that I stumbled across that beats any Starbucks, and the whole area feels more like where actual New York people might hang out.

What really surprised me about this four-star property was how they handled the details. The rooms aren’t huge (let’s be real, nothing in Manhattan is), but they’re smartly designed with these built-in charging stations and actually decent lighting – not those dim hotel lamps that make you feel like you’re living in a cave. The beds are solid, and the noise situation is way better than I expected for this area. I was worried about street noise since 9th Avenue gets busy, but their windows must be pretty well insulated because I actually slept through the night. The whole design has this modern industrial thing going on that could’ve felt cold, but somehow it works – lots of warm wood mixed with the metal accents, and the common areas have these comfortable spots where you can actually sit and plan your day without feeling like you’re in a sterile lobby.

Staff-wise, they seem to get that most people staying here are probably trying to balance seeing the tourist stuff with maybe experiencing some real New York flavor. The front desk folks gave me solid recommendations that weren’t just the obvious spots, and check-in was refreshingly quick. Parking is expensive (welcome to Manhattan), but there’s a garage situation nearby if you’re crazy enough to drive here. I’d probably skip bringing a car entirely and just use the subway – you’re pretty close to multiple lines, and getting around the city is way easier from here than from some of the more isolated hotel clusters. The whole experience felt like they’re aiming for that sweet spot where business travelers and leisure folks can both be comfortable without either group feeling out of place.

Hotels near me in New York offer convenient access to iconic landmarks, where guests can easily walk to Empire State Building, Central Park, and world-renowned restaurants in diverse neighborhoods.