citizenM New York Times Square hotel

1. citizenM says: beds so big you’ll need a compass to get out of them

The citizenM bed is so big you're in danger of getting lost, and so comfy you're in danger of not getting out. At our cool, luxury hotels, our Sealy mattress, fluffy pillows and the finest Italian linen don't exactly help. It's heaven by yourself, but more fun to share (only 2 citizens to a room though, please). We don't do twin beds, baby cots, or extra beds. Sorry – this New York hotel just doesn’t roll that way.

1. citizenM says: everything is at your fingertips with your room’s MoodPad

Tablet mood pad: Megalomaniacs will love the innovative MoodPad tablet. It lets you control the entire room, including TV, window blinds, temperature, coloured lighting, and wakeup alarm themes (from romance, to business to, er, thundering elephants) all from the comfort of your XL bed. What other cool New York City hotels would give you so much freedom? No more messing around in your underpants trying to work out the air con controls or how to switch the lights off.

2. Gadget thingies. Hooray

You can also use it to browse sites, play tunes and of course stay in touch and show off via Facebook, Twitter, Foursquare and all your other social media favorites, as well as listen to your own curated soundtrack according to your musical taste. 22 tracks, curated by 22 djs, from 22 cities. Gadget thingies are just one of the thingies that put us up there among the best hotels in New York.

1. citizenM says: heaven is a high-pressure shower after a thousand-mile flight

Unlike in other hotels in New York City, in the citizenM room you will find bespoke smellies, specially developed by the "nose" responsible for creations by Comme des Garçons, Viktor & Rolf and Helmut Lang. Because mobile citizens are constantly on the go, unpacking seems pointless, so we don’t facilitate it. Instead, all rooms have a large drawer under the bed, big enough to store an opened suitcase, saving both time and space. There’s also some hanging space, too.

1. citizenM says: we like you to feel 5,000 miles away

Our living rooms are like contemporary living spaces to work, relax, meet, watch TV, and play in, where everyone is welcome, and anyone can use the free Wi-Fi. How many other Manhattan hotels can say the same?

2. citizenM says: welcome to our stylish bar and cafe with New York hotel attached

Unique to Times Square are our outside terraces where you can grab some fresh air and enjoy a little greenery in the middle of the concrete jungle (that's New York, in case you're wondering).

3. citizenM says: designed around smart, good looking, successful people like yourself

Rather than a traditional small lobby, our lobbies are designed to be like oversized living rooms, complete with Vitra furniture, and contemporary art, including specially commissioned pieces (check out the Jen Liu on the facade, and the Julian Opie on the elevator bank). Our living rooms are relaxing, homely spaces filled with books, magazines and fun items from all over the world, so they really do feel like home rather than stuffy New York hotels.

1. citizenM says: always stay in a hotel as nice as your home (unless you live in a tent)

Thanks to our friends at the world's best bookshop, MENDO, our shelves are absolutely heaving with stunning coffee table books in the fields of photography, fashion, travel, design, and all things arty for everyone to flip through and enjoy. And if you find one you simply cannot part with, they're also for sale, and can be shipped anywhere in the world. You won't find any other hotels in Manhattan like ours.

1. citizenM says: work, play, eat and start again

On our Mezzanine level you are welcome to work on any of our Apple Macs and print stuff free of charge. In our New York hotel, you’ll find a small shop selling toiletries, magazines, newspapers, and other fun stuff is in the entrance. Any questions? Multilingual citizenM Ambassadors are available to assist 24 hours a day during your stay.

1. citizenM says: self-check-in service. Just like a normal hotel, minus the queues and fawning staff

Self check-in/check-out: We know how much you hate standing in line waiting to check in or out. So we offer a super speedy, simple to use self-check-in and check-out service that gets you checked in within 60 seconds, and checked out within 30. Your RFID room key doubles as a luggage tag. Attach it to your luggage, and save it for next time. Nice and easy. check in: From 2:00 PM on. check out: Until 11:00AM. Late check-out is possible, at an additional fee of $69.00.

phone: (212) 461-3638

1. citizenM says: One word can change somebody’s day…. Coffee!

Grab whatever you fancy at our NYC's canteenM – from freshly baked croissants, muffins and temptingly flaky pastries to homemade granola with yogurt, and fruit. Or for those who need something savory (or those that are hung-over) enjoy a variety of hot frittatas, organic sausages, and grilled tomatoes. Of course there's always fresh juice, barista-made coffee and a wide range of teas available. Breakfast can be booked in advance with your room for only $19 ($22 if purchased on the day). Check the reservations page for details.

1. citizenM says: enjoy a nice long lunch. The galleries and shops will wait

Fill your belly with signature sandwiches, salads, soups, warm dishes and more. Enjoy a barista made coffee, a mixologist-made cocktail, or simply a glass of ice cold beer or champagne in a homely, welcoming open plan kitchen you would want to have at home. Except it is in our New York boutique hotel.

1. citizenM says: cocktails: makes the dullest conversations more interesting

In the evening, canteenM's 24hr bar offers a selection of spirits, expertly mixed cocktails, champagne and fresh, ice cold draught beer in an upbeat, funky, yet relaxing atmosphere that proves just as popular with local New Yorkers as guests.

1. citizenM says: our coffee turns grumpy sleepyheads into sweet human beings again

canteenM offers carefully selected signature sandwiches, salads, warm dishes and more. As well as an assortment of handpicked beverages including our famous fresh barista-made coffee. In the evening thirsty citizens can enjoy spirits, perfectly mixed cocktails, champagne and fresh draught beer in the 24hr bar. Cheers.

1. citizenM says: cocktails. Makes the dullest conversations more interesting

cloudbar isn’t your everyday NYC bar. This urban oasis is a cozy spot for mobile citizens to come together, order cocktails unique to cloudbar, swap stories, and enjoy the view. Come as yourself, no need to pack your ball gown!

1. citizenM says: everything is better with beer

… and being twenty one stories up in a private lounge, gazing out at the Manhattan skyline, watching the glow from Radio City Music Hall just blocks away. Who else gets to say their standard hotel amenity is a swanky rooftop bar with a view of Times Square in the heart of NYC?

1. citizenM says: we made sweating it out spectacular

Working out at citizenM is about as far from a regular hotel gym as it gets. No dusty rower in a dingy basement: think state-of-the-art gear on the nineteenth floor overlooking the awesomeness that is NYC. The gym is open 24/7.
 
And if pumping up isn’t your thing, use another part of our New York hotel to chill out instead: we’ve got an outdoor yoga terrace for those striving for a bit of peace in the urban jungle. And while you’re at it, check out our accommodation for avian citizens: our first bird hotel.