University Heights Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Times Square
You can learn more about the history of New York when you visit a top site such as Times Square. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Central Park
Central Park is just one of the places to see in New York, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Grand Central Terminal
You can learn more about the history of New York during your trip to a top site such as Grand Central Terminal. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Madison Square Garden
Catch an event at Madison Square Garden during your trip to New York. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Statue of Liberty
Find out about the history of Statue of Liberty, a well-known monument in New York. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Broadway
Broadway is just one of the places to see in New York, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in University Heights
Hyatt Grand Central New York
The location of this hotel was super convenient and made it easy to get around. The rooms were clean and the staff were friendly. Would definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
The location of the hotel is fantastic. However did not like being charged a daily destination Fee of 40 dollars (included 2.06 dollars city tax). Nowhere was this explained before our arrival.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
The staff was fantastic! I am visually impaired and the staff were extremely attentive, making certain I was safe and able to get a taxi when needed. I will definitely return for my next trip to NY.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
I liked it all, it's gorgeous with every detail taken care of. The outdoor garden was such a beautiful retreat from the city. The rooftop was such a pleasure.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Hampton Inn New York Times Square
clean room. great location. nice staff. This is an affordable hotel in the middle of it all. You can walk to all the shows. A trek to Dumbo is about 30 min by train. You can walk (1 mi or so—20 min at my pace) to both bus terminals. The rooms were clean. I didn’t hear noise or construction on the ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Pod Times Square
Me & my cousin stayed for 2 days and it was perfect for our stay we was close to everything the staff was nice the bar was nice overall I would stay again definitely will be my go to.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around University Heights
Upper West Side
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Upper West Side. Check out top attractions like Children's Museum of Manhattan and Beacon Theater, and jump on the metro at 86 St. Station (Broadway) or 79 St. Station to see more of the city.
Manhattan
Known for its fascinating museums, important monuments and soaring skyscrapers, there's plenty to explore in Manhattan. Top attractions like Rockefeller Center and Times Square are major draws. Catch the metro at 81 St. - Museum of Natural History Station or 86 St. Station (Central Park West) to see more of the city.
Uptown
While you're in Uptown, take in top sights like Metropolitan Museum of Art or Cleopatra's Needle, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 81 St. - Museum of Natural History Station or 77 St. Station (Lexington Av.).
Upper East Side
Known for its interesting museums and stunning river views, there's plenty to explore in Upper East Side. Top attractions like 5th Avenue and Frick Collection are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 77 St. Station (Lexington Av.) or 72nd Street Station to see more of the city.
Midtown East
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Grand Central Terminal to 5th Avenue – discover Midtown East, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Hell's Kitchen
Known for its soaring skyscrapers, popular shops and eye-catching views, there's plenty to explore in Hell's Kitchen. Top attractions like Manhattan Cruise Terminal and Restaurant Row are major draws. Catch the metro at 50 St. Station (8th Av.) or 42 St. - Port Authority Bus Terminal Station to see more of the city.
