We stayed in the New Yorker, it was a bit pricier than many others but very nice and very central. Its right across the street from Madison Sq Garden, a 10 min walk from Times Square, Empire State, Rockefellar is about 15-20mins, Central Park 25 mins walk. Penn Station is nearby also. If I was going again Id find a cheaper hotel though, with it being nyc you basically want a comfy, clean room & shower. Also with eateries everywhere you dont need a package that includes breakfast.