The Tempo by Hilton New York Times Square delivers a cinematic Manhattan experience from its King Corner Suite, with floor-to-ceiling windows wrapped around the bed offering panoramic views of neon billboards and streaming yellow taxis. The room, costing approximately £581 per night, sits firmly in the 'special occasion' category, but the combination of exceptional soundproofing, a 70-inch TV, and direct access to Midtown attractions makes it a memorable splurge for first-time visitors.
Room and Amenities
The King Corner Suite feels less like a hotel room and more like sitting inside a giant screensaver. Despite being above one of the world's busiest thoroughfares, the soundproofing is excellent, creating a quiet setting for a classic New York pizza and a nighttime movie. Early mornings before crowds form offer a calm view of steam rising from the street and delivery trucks crawling through intersections, with giant screens still flashing.
Check-in is from 4pm, check-out by 11am. Disability access is available with accessible rooms and step-free access throughout. The standout feature remains the floor-to-ceiling corner windows overlooking Times Square.
Dining and Rooftop Bar
The rooftop bar and lounge, Highball, offers polished cocktails at around $20+ (New York pricing), with happy hour as a welcome touch. The all-day menu runs from 11:30am to 10:30pm, featuring flatbreads at $21, homemade meatballs at $25, and a New York strip steak at $46. Lighter options include fresh salads, truffle fries, and salmon dishes starting from $40. The standout dish is the French Dip Roast Beef Sandwich at $28, combining tender roast beef, garlic butter, onion jam, and melted cheese in a freshly baked baguette.
New York Bakery Café provides strong iced lattes at $8, paired with fresh croissants or bagels before heading into Manhattan.
Location and Value
The hotel sits opposite the Friends-themed Central Perk Cafe, the Times Square steps, and Broadway theatres. Subway stations are directly across the road, making every major Manhattan attraction accessible within minutes. Rates hover around £581 per night for the King Corner Suite, with smaller rooms starting from £437 per night. The top-end Queen Bedroom Suite can reach £1,996 per night but sleeps four, suiting groups or families.
According to the journalist, the hotel is perfect for first-time New York visitors, couples, short luxury city breaks, and social-media-worthy stays. It is not right for travellers on a budget or those wanting a quiet neighbourhood feel. The best room to book is the King Corner Room Suite for panoramic skyline views.
Conclusion
The Tempo by Hilton delivers jaw-dropping views, sleek modern interiors, an unbeatable location, and a stay that lives in memory long after checkout. For a short indulgent city break where you want to fully lean into the fantasy of New York, it is very hard not to love.
