My stay at the Margaritaville Resort Times Square was a much needed escape from the hustle and bustle of NYC. Upon entering the resort I was greeted by friendly staff that showed me where to go to check in. The decor from just entering the building was enough to make me feel as if I were on a tropical island. The elevators were nice and clean and brought me up to the hotel lobby on the 7th floor quickly and safely, which is already a great start as many hotels in the city that were built in older buildings often have troubles with their elevators. Once arrived at the lobby, front office staff, Abishek and Mark both greeted me with warm smiles. After a quick and painless check in process I made my way to my room using my keycard to access the elevator. This feature made me feel safe and that some random person couldn’t just go to any given floor of the hotel. From entering the room, I was blown away by the themed decor and amazing fragrance of the tropics. The cleanliness of the room was also top notch, which made me feel safe, especially in today’s world. After getting settled I made my way up to the 5 O’clock Somewhere Bar on the 32nd floor to grab a drink. I ordered a Midtown Margarita which was so delicious I had to get another. The Alright, Alright, Alright, was also a delicious drink served with some banana chips to pair for an after drink treat. The waitstaff and bartenders were very friendly and professional and the view of the city skyline was to die for. Overall, an amazing experience up there. After a few drinks I decided to venture down to the Margaritaville Restaurant where I ordered the Ahi Tuna Nachos and a Landshark Lager. The nachos were tasty and the Landshark Lager was crisp and refreshing. The Statue of Liberty statue was also very cool, and was even autographed by Jimmy Buffet himself! After a full belly of nachos and good drinks, I made my way back to my comfortable bed to end the night. Coming from someone that has worked in hotels and the tourism industry for years, Margaritaville has hit the nail on the head in every aspect. It was exactly what I expected and more from a new property in the heart of NYC.

I truly enjoyed my stay at Margaritaville Times Square. As a former NYC resident, when I stepped into Margaritaville I felt like I was immediately transported to a tropical oasis. It was hard to believe that the hustle and bustle of the city was just outside the walls of the hotel. The staff were all very friendly and welcoming. The rooms are beautifully decorated and well sized for NYC. My friend and I went to the Margaritaville Restaurant for some drinks and we were very surprised on how affordable the drinks were. We both really enjoyed our drinks. The bartenders were attentive and personable. Margaritaville offers a unique experience unlike any other in NYC. I would recommend staying here for both those visiting NYC and NYC residents who are looking for a quick escape from the city.