Paramount Hotel
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235 West 46th Street
New York City, NY 10036
Chain: Sol Melia
Customer Reviews for Paramount Hotel
Too small! - posted on 05/17/2007
I was pleased with the location of the hotel (though finding it is impossible; there's no sign in front!) The room was clean, but very tiny. The bathroom was also very, very small, allowing only a stall shower that left water on the floor.
so-so - posted on 05/17/2007
I felt that the room should be booked as a single not a double.It was very misleading. I also did not care for the concierges. They were quite rude, and not very helpful, but on a possitive note, I found the other employee's to be very helpful. The location was great with restaurant row right down the street.
Nice Hotel, Would Return - posted on 04/26/2007
We planned a weekend to see a few shows. The Paramount's location is perfect for theater and dining. We found the service at the hotel to be outstanding. We wanted for nothing. We have stayed in nicer rooms; however, the room we had was nice, but NY efficient. It was nicely decorated and clean, so we were satisfied. There is a nice restaurant in the hotel, and I cannot say enough about the helpful staff. The Concierge staff was outstanding.
Needed to upgrade - posted on 04/09/2007
My da. and I could not really fit into the standard room so upgraded for $80 to K and it was manageable. Not the best but if you are spending most of time doing things, it is good price wise.
Went in scared but turned out to be Great - posted on 03/29/2007
Going in scared because of comments on here. Don't be! Sure rooms are small but it meets every need and its clean as a whole for an old hotel. Great staff/service. No better deal close to Times Square & I have stayed in 3 other places nearby for more $. Don't stay here if you expect big rooms and you get what you pay for in size/quality but for most this is a nice treasure.
Great Boutique Hotel - posted on 03/28/2007
I love this hotel - it is so NY. The funky decor more than makes up for the small rooms. If you're looking for comfort, go elsewhere. If you're looking for a very cool place in the middle of the action with an awesome lobby, stay at the Paramount. No prissy suburbanites allowed.
Small but Clean - posted on 03/01/2007
The room was more like a closet then a hotel room.
What a Nightmare!! - posted on 02/27/2007
The lobby was very noisey and dark. My mom and I about cryed when we saw our room! The floors had stains, a hole in the headboard, rusted tub and a rubber cork for the tub, a broken door knob on the bathroom, and a TV hutch that looked like it was pulled out of the dumpster. The room was very dirty, I went out and bought my own pillow and walked around in my shoes all night. You also had to climb over the bed to look out your window! I strongly suggest you find a diffrent hotel if you want a pleasant trip.
Nice location, Easy budget - posted on 02/20/2007
its only one block away from time square.
still a favorite - posted on 02/14/2007
I love this hotel - yes, the rooms are very small, but you're in the heart of midtown Manhattan and why should room size matter. The lobby and lobby bar is great for people watching. I like firm mattresses so I think the beds are great. This hotel has boutique atsmophere. If you're an out of the box marriott kind of person, don't stay here. But if you appreciate the intimacy of a small hotel with a certain amount of quirkiness, this is a good option.
- posted on 02/13/2007
Who ever complains that the rooms are small have obviously never been to NYC! I have stayed at a 4 star down the street and payed twice the price! Not worth it! Yes, the rooms could be larger but otherwise no complaints. Decor was funky and cool. My friend and I took cool pics of eachother posing in the funky lobby. Friendly staff. The beds were great! Down pillows and comforters. The water in the bathroom was immediately hot and the room temp. was consistent. Awesome location and for the modest price you absolutely cannot beat it! I would definately stay again!!!
Nice Hotel - posted on 02/01/2007
PERGFECT location for theatres; close to everything. Mini-bar a plus. Staff fridnly & accomodating. Rooms small, but comfy. Could use redecorating, repainting & some repair. AC/heat control questionable. Will stay again.
That's New York - posted on 01/04/2007
I stayed at the Paramont over the Thanksgiving Holiday. Decor is great , room is a bit small. No one in New york has a lot of room. That's the New York way...
Great Location! - posted on 01/02/2007
After reading the reviews on here and also talking to one of my clients, i decided to book a reservation. When i arrived the first "standard" room i got was extremely small. So i upgraded. The second room was still small....but nice. The staff was GREAT and very helpful. Time Square was 1 block away....so you couldn't ask for a better location. I would definitely book another room here....but would upgrade from the 'standard' :)
Very nice! - posted on 12/30/2006
I was dreading our hotel...but when we got there I was impressed! It's no Waldorf, but the staff is extremely friendly from the minute you get there to the minute you leave. They even upgraded our room at no charge. The rooms are small, yes...but you're in New York City...you'll be out a majority of the time! Exellent location too. Will definitely be staying here again.
Don't Stay There - posted on 12/14/2006
The website makes the hotel look as if it is nice. IT IS NOT!!!! The hallways stunk and the rooms were very small. Luckily my companion and I are small people, otherwise we would not have fit into the bed (which felt like a cardboard box)
I was Impressed! - posted on 11/13/2006
After reading both bad and good reviews, I stayed here in the 2-double bed room with my 2 adult children. I did not feel that the rooms were too small, and we were all quite comfortable. The rooms were clean, the staff was great. We slept well, and I would stay here again. When you read the reviews, REMEMBER: Some people just like to complain and will never be happy.
Lilliput I Have Arrived - posted on 11/12/2006
I felt like Gulliver and I am only 5'10". My son on the other hand may have felt right at home at 3'6". These rooms are tiny to say the least. There was no plug in the bathroom, no ironing board in the hotel, no internet hook up. I used my wireless and hooked on to someone next door for free. The carpets are filthy. Our linens were stained. For much of the stay our floor reeked of marijuana thanks to the guests next door. The paint was peeling and the rooms appeared to have been decorated in the 80s. One great thing the location. Definitely not a 3 star hotel, but a five star location.
Terrible experience - posted on 11/12/2006
Could not find the hotel because scaffolding covering the entrance. A/C did not work - woke up to room being 80 degrees. No doorman to hail cabs for guests, rooms were uncomfortably small and we were hit with an unreasonably high charge for adding another guest to our party. I will never stay at this hotel again.
Nice change - posted on 11/07/2006
The Paramount is a welcome change from "cookie cutter" hotels. Decor is funky and unique. Hotel restaurants & bars, services and facilities (business center & fitness center) are first rate. The only negative to the experience is the size of the rooms -- VERY small. Not a place for someone who is claustrophobic or plans to spend a lot of time in the room (but who would do that in NYC!!!!)
Paramount Hotel - posted on 11/07/2006
The location was great if you like being in the middle of everything. The Lobby was very dark and uninviting and the room was TINY.
Room - posted on 11/01/2006
The room was so small,it was unbelievable. So not worth it for the money.
room space - posted on 10/25/2006
rOOM VERY SMALL,SET UP OF THE BED,SO CLOSE TO THE AIR CONDITIONER
Horrible - posted on 10/15/2006
The rooms are very small, old looking, the carpet smelled old, the 11inch tv sat on a old piece of furniture. The Deluxe room contained a bed with a box spring and a mattress on the floor and the second bedroom was a couch with a pull out bed. The bathroom doors do not close completely and the entire stay was horrible. This hotel needs an entire renovation. There is no Parramount sign outside of the hotel, this is how bad the hotel is.
A Chorus Line - 2006 - posted on 10/15/2006
The hotel was perfect for our needs - close to the shows, transportation, food and site seeing. Was surprised at size of standard room -- but general accommodations, wait staff, food and bar were outstanding. Loved the decor of lobby and New York background music. We have already decided we will stay here again and have already recommended this hotel to friends and business acquaintances -- with stipulation to upgrade from the standard room.
Expensive - posted on 10/12/2006
I agree with the majority of reviewers. The facility is horrible. Service is great at their restaurant, reception desk and bellman department. Location is good.
cramped - posted on 10/11/2006
great room service,great location,friendly staff,but the room was so small,that my husband had to go outside just to change his mind.
expected - posted on 10/04/2006
very tiny quarters, but what I expected since it was only used to sleep. Kinda gothic atmosphere, very unsual place
Rooms are TINY - posted on 09/29/2006
Our room was 110 square feet, including bathroom! This is small, small, small! There was no room for suitcases without taking up all floor space (literally, ALL floor space!) and only one small shelf in the bathroom for toiletries (about 10"x8"). We had 2 grown women in this room, and after one day of shopping, our room was so crowded we were just walking on top of eachother and all our belongings! augh!!!! Thank heaven we decided it was rather comical and just made it work.
Very Modern - posted on 09/26/2006
Four girls visiting Manhattan and we love it! You enter the lobby and it looks like u entered a club. The rooms were clean and everything was white. The beds were on the floor but it was very comfortable. The shower pressure was incredible. Great location. We would def. stay there again. Very sheek!!
Great Experience - posted on 09/25/2006
We found this hotel to be wonderful. It is very convenient to Times Square and we walked everywhere. The coffee shop, Dean and Duluca, was perfect. I would recommend this hotel 100%
Hotel Accomodations - posted on 09/20/2006
The Paramount had an excellent location in the heart of Times Square...within walking distance of many tourist sites. However the rooms were extremely small and tight. The beds were VERY low to the floor and uncomfortable for persons with back problems.
NYC Paramount - posted on 09/17/2006
The customer service and special services at the hotel was excellent. The location is great, 50 feet from Time Square. The bedrooms and bathrooms need much improvement, still the rooms are clean.
Very Satisfied - posted on 09/15/2006
We got there early and they allowed us to check in early. The room small but well decorated and very calming, nice when outside is very busy. Great Lobby! Beds comfortable. No complaints.
Paramount - posted on 09/09/2006
The staff was rude and the rooms were small and dirty
Needs Improvement: cleanliness
I would return to the Paramount - posted on 09/08/2006
I was impressed that the management was able to grant my room request of 2 beds when other hotels in the area would not. The breakfast buffet was good as well as the bar. If you enjoy funky decor, you'll like this hotel. The bathroom fixtures were old, but clean.
Expensive and Modern: Paramount - posted on 09/06/2006
Paramount appeals to the high-class, modern individual with a large pocket book. With breakfast buffets starting at $24 during the week and offering no more than a X, it was NOT worth the money. This hotel did not even have complimentary toothpaste ($2/tube) if you forgot to pack it. Housekeeping knocked on the door even if you had a Do Not Disturb sign, the bathroom flooded daily, sink did not drain, and the room was tiny. Not to mention the staff is extremely hostile, even for New York City. I will never visit this hotel again.
Paramount visit - posted on 08/29/2006
Hotel is in excellent location but it's old and weird. Room was small, plug in bathroom didn't work, very cramped but clean.
horrible - posted on 08/22/2006
standard double room is small for one person, impossible for two.Small bed, small bathroom.God location.
Disappointed - posted on 08/22/2006
Great location but SMALL room size makes your stay unbearable. The pictures of the room look good but the actual rooms seem like doll house room with little room to move around. Even the ungraded rooms are too small for two people. Also, the charge for internet service was very high.
Average - posted on 08/21/2006
The internet was down, the business center was a joke, the rooms were beyond small, but the hotel has a nice look to it, and it has an excellent location.
Terrible! - posted on 08/20/2006
Funky lobby but terrible rooms. We stayed in a Delux room but there was nothing Delux about it. The carpet was filthy. The walls were filthy. The tile in the bathroom had mould. The beds were the worst I've ever had to sleep on. I would not recommend this hotel to anyone!
Beware - posted on 08/13/2006
Disappointing stay - terrible air conditioning, extremely noisy esp. in morning with construction next door which will continue for the next year -- impossible to sleep after 7 AM and extremeley smoky floor (15th) even though I requested a N/S room. Avoid for the next year or so.
too much fun - posted on 08/07/2006
The hotel location was amazing to be so close to everything...right across the street from the discount tickets, right around the corner from broadway, down the street from restaurant row. The rooms are small but well worth the location and the people working there are great and very friendly.
not so bad - posted on 08/06/2006
the standard room is TINY but manageable, the beds are very comfortable. Our only complaints were that our air conditioning was not so grand (room stayed at a constant 80 or above) and that our lock to our room was faulty and we had to go to the front desk at least once a day to have new keys made. The location and staff make up for any misgivings this hotel may have had.
Good to stay - posted on 08/02/2006
I have a good experience with the services of the hotel. Also, I would say is a perfect area to stay in Manhattan area.
Dont get a Single - posted on 07/31/2006
The single rooms are nothing more then closets with mini-bars.
Perfect for us - posted on 06/29/2006
Four college friends and I spent 4 nights at the Paramount to celebrate our 50th birthdays and thoroughly loved it. We had 2 adjoining superior rooms and found them perfect for what we paid, as we were hardly ever in our room anyway. It is a very interesting hotel with many unique furnishings and decor. The lobby was very cozy.
Great Location/Small Rooms - posted on 06/26/2006
location,location,location. This is the only reason to stay here. It is located right next to Times Square. The rooms are no larger than a small bedroom. The bathrooms are smaller than anything I have been in. I am 5'6" and slender and had to sit sideways on the toilet due to the wall being right in front of it. If you are spending time seeing a show or going about NYC, then it is a great place to stay. Staff is very friendly.
Not as bad as some would have you think... - posted on 05/13/2006
After making reservations we found some reviews that terrified us. On arrival, we realized the room was comfortable for the two of us and we really enjoyed our stay there. You don't spend a lot of time in your hotel room, so we adapted to the small size. We stayed in a superior room, and would recommend that. Also, we asked them to clear out the mini bar and filled it with drinks we bought on our own and that saved us some money while letting us enjoy snacks in our room. We'd stay here again in a heartbeat.
Horrible. - posted on 05/08/2006
Our room was 8x10 at the most. Bed was hard and uncomfortable. On our second day I tried opening the window to get some fresh air and the entire thing FELL out, luckily it was onto the bed. Could've been disastrous. Bathroom was teen tiny, and the tv didn't work.
Location, Location, Location - posted on 05/03/2006
The room was very, very, very small. On a good note however, the bed was very comfortable, the shower makes you want to live in it. The water was hot and GREAT. The staff was very accomodating. We walked out of the hotel and about 2 blocks from B. Smiths restaurant. We walked to the left and was smack dab in the middle of time square. For all of these pluses....we can forget how small the roon was. Thank you Paramount and your staff. We had a wonderful stay.
tiny but goo - posted on 05/01/2006
the room was TINY very, the door nearly hit the bed when I opened it and you could amost reach the restroom from the bed. HOWEVER, it was clean, the staff was great, the location was wonderful and I would stay there again.!
not up to par - posted on 04/26/2006
Could not believe the size of the rooms. Had to step on the bed to get to the bathroom, which resembled a public bathroom. Staff used to complaints on rooms, so were nice but unyielding. Would I stay here again- yes for under $100/night. But, with the beds on the floor and the inability to walk around the room, would not consider it if the location wasn't good.
You Get What You Pay For...Sometimes. - posted on 04/25/2006
Wow! Smallest room we ever saw. Now I understand why it was the only place in Manhattan under $* a night. The bathroom was half the size of the hotel room. My husband's feet hung off the end of the bed. You couldn't open the TV cabinet/wet bar without turning it away from the bed! The bed was lumpy & on a trundle frame close to the floor. Sheets were clean and crisp.
Great hotel! - posted on 04/18/2006
The decor of this Ian Schrager hotel is really cool! The room, although a tad small, was fine and the bed was comfortable. The location is awesome. The bar is great too! I highly recommend it.
Good value - posted on 04/05/2006
Other reviews point out that the rooms are small. This is very true, but unless you plan to spend time there (why would you, this is NYC) it does not matter. Location is very good, close to subway, close to theatres. Room/facilities clean and service is fine.
Tiny rooms - posted on 04/01/2006
Since I had read several reviews of this hotel before my stay, I was not completely surprised by the very small rooms. However, I was not prepared for the poor condition of my room - the lock on the mini bar was broken, wallpaper was peeling and the hanging lamp was in need of repair. The carpet could also use a cleaning. Warning to those who bad knees - the beds are very low to the ground. The location was perfect if you are going to the theater. The staff was very friendly and the lobby and bar area very attractive.
Great location! - posted on 03/31/2006
The hotel was gorgeous! The front desk people were very helpful and nice. Everything was a short walk away... although I would recommend upgrading your standard room.
Paramount - posted on 03/30/2006
Great Location. However, the hotel charged for items from mini bar that were not used. No resolution after complaining they again charged me again after I left. It could have been the maid but management was no help. I am disputing the thirty bucks w/ credit card company. Not the money but the priciple. Rooms were tiny but it is a great NYC location.
Paramount - posted on 03/30/2006
Great Location. However, the hotel charged for items from mini bar that were not used. No resolution after complaining they again charged me again after I left. It could have been the maid but management was no help. I am disputing the thirty bucks w/ credit card company. Not the money but the priciple. Rooms were tiny but it is a great NYC location.
Great Experience - posted on 03/25/2006
The staff of the hotel was great. They really took care of us and made sure we were comfortable. It is an older hotel so some things could be updated, but for the price, location, size of the rooms, and service I don't think you could go wrong.
Gross - posted on 03/22/2006
I was at the paramount on the 20th. I arrived a little early and hung out in the lounge which is absolutely gorgeous. I seriously thought I hit the jackpot. I went up to my room and it was terrible. I booked a superior room and the bathrooms/rooms are tiny. The beds are on the ground. There was no desk. It was just a terrible experience.
Great Hotel! - posted on 03/20/2006
The Paramount has an incredible location (half a block off Times Square), within a few blocks of most Broadway shows...it has a great bar to get a drink, and the design is awesome. The rooms are small but more than adequate. I would stay here anytime!
Paramount Hotel - posted on 02/11/2006
My sister & I were very pleased with the Paramount. Friendly Staff, Clean Rooms, Comfortable Beds. Toilet was hard to flush. We enjoyed the ambiance, lobby, our room and elevators. Very quiet rooms.
Great Location and friendly staff!! - posted on 01/26/2006
My first time in NYC. Couldn't have picked a better location. The standard room I stayed in was small but the bed was comfortable and the art deco was nice. Would stay there again.
My favorite NYC hotel - posted on 01/06/2006
I have been staying at the Paramount from its early days. First night in tiny room, a little claustrophobic. That night walked out the door to the theatre two blocks away. Love that. Always stay there and love the little rooms. Was there during the blackout. Staff was lovely. Feel very secure when I travel alone.
I recomend it - posted on 01/05/2006
The rooms were small...that's true, but they were also very confortable and clean.Great bed.Great location.Good staff. Once again,I recomend it.
I recomend it - posted on 01/05/2006
The rooms were small...that's true, but they were also very confortable and clean.Great bed.Great location.Good staff. Once again,I recomend it.
would stay again - posted on 12/18/2005
actually won a trip to nyc off the radio and they put me up at the paramount. we got a king bed and the room wasnt as small as i expected. very good service. the door man got us a cab every time we needed one. room service was a bit pricy but the location made up for it. bathroom was really small and the toilet looked like something out of a public restroom. i would definatly stay here again
VERY CLEAN - posted on 11/23/2005
The room was small - no surprise there, it was clean and that is the most important thing. Everyone was nice and helpful, and did I mention the room was very clean?
No Claustrophics! - posted on 11/18/2005
The room was so small it was incomprehensible. The bar ran out of chardonnay early on a Saturday night!
No Claustrophics! - posted on 11/08/2005
The room was so small you had to go in the hall to change your mind. Hard uncomfortable bed. Bathroom was almost bigger than sleeping area! Wonderful view outside of a brick wall. Do NOT get a "standard" room.
not impressed for what we paid - posted on 11/07/2005
Concierge slacking. The beds were on the floor and mattresses very hard, short and uncomfortable. They should had spent less on the blank canvased backboards and more on mattresses. Bedding was ok. Bathroom had not exhaust. Room was stuffy and small. Hotel could had been cleaner throughout. A bottled water stocked in frig was $10.00 (we did without). Room was over priced for what it had to offer. I would not stay there again.
Horrible Honeymoon Location - posted on 10/08/2005
My new husband and I were shocked. The most overwhelming feature of the hotel was the smell on the guest floors. It fell somewhere between mold and dirty socks. Disgusting! The bathroom was small and filthy.The beds were hard and the linens dirty. This is most definitely not a romatic honeymoon location. Good for students who can afford the over-priced rooms and like to party.
Good Location - posted on 10/01/2005
I like the location of this hotel, just a few blocks from Time Square. A good price for its location. The rooms are small, but ok for a single person. The lobby is very cosmopoliten.
Trendy hotel right off Times Square - posted on 09/18/2005
This trendy, modern hotel is in a wonderful location, just off Times Square. The room (we booked a Superior) was affordable, comfortable, and the decoration was very unique. In addition, my two friends and I found no problem with space issues Dining was average, but the first-floor coffee shop feautred delicious cafe and bakery fare. Staff was welcoming and eager to please. I would definately reccomend the Paramount to first time visitors or seasoned tourists. I can't wait until my next visit!
Horrible Service - posted on 08/03/2005
Our room was so small. I dropped something under the bed and found trash. Gross, I guess they don;t believe in vacuuming under bed. Worst part about our stay was the service. Rude front desk staff, rude room service personnel, rude conciere. Told all my friends not to stay there. One more thing, their toilet is so so loud when you flushed.
Good Trip - posted on 07/31/2005
Staying for one night was perfect for this hotel. Despite the small size of the room, it was comfortable. Holding our luggage before we checked in and after we checked out was very convnient and I would definately reccomend this to anybody.
Cool but TOO Cozy - posted on 07/25/2005
First off, it ws difficult to find as no where on the outside of the building is the NAME. Lobby definitely cool. Helpful staff-returned my husband's wallet (fell out in the car). Room very small and the bed was very low. I took pictures because I couldn't believe it! Great location, to theaters and Restaurant Row. Would do again but would ask for two double beds
Small but clean - posted on 07/11/2005
Our room was very clean and quiet. The room was cleaned and restocked very nicely after our first night. The size of the room was comical, but it encourage us to get out and enjoy the great location.
good stay - posted on 04/29/2005
Read all the reviews and was a bit nervous to see how small the rooms were, and they are, but it was not a big deal. Service was very good, we requested more robes and towels and received them within minutes. Bar was very nice and servers were pleasant. Decor was urban-modern, loved it. Beds looked like a mattress on a bed on the floor, BUT I've never slept so well in NYC!! Consierge was helpful although we did not like their dining choices. Overall, yes the rooms are small, but for the money and location, it was a great deal and would stay again!
We loved the decor - posted on 04/01/2005
The rooms are small but the modernistic renovations brighten the place - very chic looking. The hotel is convenient to Times Square with many good things within walking distance. Wireless internet connectivity was great!
