This hotel was excellent and centrally situated in Times Square in the hussle and bustle, we requested a room on a high floor and was given a room on the 39th Floor - which was perfect as there wasn't any traffic noise. We went with my17 yr old daughter and the room which overlooked Times Square was of good size with 2 double beds which had memory foam mattresses, ideal for a relaxing nights sleep after a busy day of sightseeing!! I had read in previous reviews negative comments on the reception area being busy etc., .....well yes it was busy but this is a massive hotel and to us just added to the atmosphere, staff were never tool busy to be helpful :) We didn't eat at the hotel as we wanted to experience the "real" New York which was fab, there are plenty of "Diners" all within close proximity of the hotel. worthy of note is that the price shown on the menu will undoubtly when you get to the till be plus tax......something we found annoying, but will remember for next time! They do also expect tips and one waiter even called out after us that service was not included and were we leaving him something, we took this in good humour but can be very heavily focused on "tipping" . We did endulge ourselves at the hotel, by going up to the 48th Floor to "The View" which is has a revolving restaurant/bar which offers stunning views over New York.....We went in the evening when the city is all lit up, It is expensive to drink/eat here, but it is worth it to take in the breathtaking scenery, so DO allow $30 dollars for this experience (2 cokes and one cocktail) :) We could not fault the hotel or the staff. At all times whilst walking around Times Square (and the rest of New York) at night with my daughter we never felt intimidated or nervous...... We did all the usual touristy things.......Including Empire State Building, Statue of Liberty Island visit - did you know that if you can't afford do the Statute of Liberty Crusie/trip to the island you can catch the Statton Island ferry for free, this offers good views of the Statue of Liberty and Island, so for those on a budget do this :) We did not go for the shopping although we did buy a few clothes, it wasn't that cheap as the £ & $ was not too different when we went,. We flew with Virgin Airways from Heathrow and it was on time both ways and the food/onboard entertainment was excellent - I would definately recommend and use Virgin and visit the Hotel Marquis again. We choose to go from JFK Airport to the hotel by yellow cab, this cost us $50 each way. If you want a holiday/break that will offer an excellent location and clean comfortable rooms......you will not go wrong with the Marriott Marquis we would definately stay here again - please feel free to ask any questions should you wish.
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