Understanding the resort/amenity fee and parking options
InterContinental New York Times Square charges a mandatory resort/amenity fee that covers services such as fitness-center access, some laundry/guest services, and local phone calls; the exact daily amount varies by booking channel and date. The hotel does not offer on-site valet parking through IHG; public garages and nearby parking providers (including the Edison Parking Garage) handle self-parking and valet for a separate fee—rates and in/out privileges vary by garage.
In this guide
- What the resort/amenity fee covers
- How much the fee is — and why it varies
- Fitness center and other concrete benefits included
- Parking options near the hotel
- Practical tips for handling the fee and parking at check-in
- If you want to avoid or reduce parking and fee surprises
- How the resort/amenity fee affects groups and event bookings
What the resort/amenity fee covers
The property charges a mandatory resort/amenity fee collected per room per night. Third-party listings and rate pages note that the fee typically includes access to the fitness center, some laundry or guest services, and local phone calls.
IHG’s own listing confirms free Wi‑Fi in rooms and public areas but lists the resort/amenity fee separately on third-party channels; the hotel describes the fitness center as available to guests without an additional charge, and that is commonly included under the amenity-fee wording.
- Fitness-center access (third-floor gym, 24 hours)
- Laundry/guest-service items (listed on some third-party sites)
- Local phone calls (as cited on booking pages)
| Included item | Typical note |
|---|---|
| Fitness center | Included (third-floor, 24-hour access) |
| Laundry/guest services | Often listed as covered by the fee on OTAs |
| Local phone calls | Commonly included on third-party listings |
How much the fee is — and why it varies
There is no single fixed amount shown in the hotel’s public IHG listing; third-party sources report varying figures (examples in the research dossier range roughly from about $40 to $52 per night depending on date and booking channel).
Because the fee amount changes across booking platforms and over time, your best practice is to check the total nightly rate and the confirmation page before you arrive. If the fee isn’t clear at booking, ask the agent or the hotel front desk to itemize it.
- Different booking sites may quote different daily amenity fees
- Fee is shown separately from the room rate on many OTAs
- Ask BookResorts or the hotel to confirm the current per-night amount
| Source type | How fee appears |
|---|---|
| IHG official page | Lists amenities; amenity fee amounts not fixed on property page |
| Third-party booking sites | Often show a specific per-night fee (amount varies by site/date) |
| Reservation confirmation | Final source — shows the exact fee charged for your stay |
Fitness center and other concrete benefits included
The InterContinental’s fitness center is on the third floor, open 24 hours, and is listed as part of guest amenities; multiple sources describe cardio machines, strength equipment and free weights. This facility is commonly covered under the amenity fee as reported by booking pages.
Other items commonly tied to the fee on booking sites include limited laundry/guest services and local phone calls. The hotel also provides free Wi‑Fi in guest rooms and public areas (Wi‑Fi is listed separately as complimentary on IHG).
- Third-floor fitness center: Life Fitness treadmills, TechnoGym equipment or similar (sources vary)
- Free Wi‑Fi (stated as complimentary by IHG)
- Laundry/guest-service items and local calls noted on some OTAs
| Amenity | Property note |
|---|---|
| Fitness center | On-site, 24-hour, third floor |
| Wi‑Fi | Free in rooms and public areas (IHG) |
| In-room calls / laundry | Listed on some booking sites as included |
Parking options near the hotel
InterContinental New York Times Square does not list an on-site IHG-operated valet or parking lot; instead the hotel points guests to nearby garages including the Edison Parking Garage next to the property. Parking availability, daily rates and whether in-and-out privileges are allowed depend on the garage operator.
Third-party sources list a range of daily rates for nearby garages and valet services; amounts vary by garage, vehicle size, and whether the service is self-park or valet. Oversized-vehicle pricing and no in-and-out arrangements are possible at some garages.
- Edison Parking Garage next to the hotel is often cited as the nearest option
- Self-parking and external valet providers operate at nearby garages on W 44th Street
- Rates and in/out privileges differ by garage—confirm with the garage before parking
| Parking type | What research shows |
|---|---|
| Self-parking (nearby garages) | Reported roughly $42–$80 per day depending on source and garage |
| Valet (third-party listings) | Some listings show around $70 per day; check the garage for details |
| Oversized vehicles | Some garages list higher flat rates (example sources cite ~$80/day) |
Practical tips for handling the fee and parking at check-in
Ask the front desk at check-in to itemize the amenity fee so you know exactly what it covers for your reservation dates. If you have a question about charges shown on your folio, request a breakdown before you sign any payment authorization.
If you’re driving, call the hotel or the parking garage directly on arrival to confirm current rates and whether in-and-out privileges, overnight stays, or oversized vehicle fees apply. The hotel front desk can point you to the closest garage and advise whether any preferred parking provider is operating at that time.
- Confirm the exact amenity-fee amount on your reservation confirmation
- Ask the front desk which nearby garages they recommend
- Call the garage on arrival to confirm daily rate and in/out rules
| When to check | What to ask |
|---|---|
| Booking time | Is the amenity fee included in the total? Amount per night? |
| Arrival | Which garage? Self-park or valet? In-and-out privileges? |
| Check-out | Confirm final folio charges before card settlement |
If you want to avoid or reduce parking and fee surprises
Check your booking confirmation to see if the amenity fee is included or listed separately. If the fee isn’t stated at booking, ask BookResorts or the hotel to confirm the current per-night amount before you travel.
For parking, consider public transit (A/C/E lines at the hotel entrance, nearby Port Authority buses and Penn Station within walking distance) if you want to avoid garage charges entirely. If driving is necessary, compare nearby garage rates and ask about weekly or multi-day rates if you’ll be in the city several days.
- Verify amenity fee on your confirmation
- Use the A, C, E subway lines at the hotel entrance to minimize driving
- Compare nearby garages if you need a car for multiple days
| Alternative | Why it helps |
|---|---|
| Subway (A/C/E at the property entrance) | Avoid parking fees and city traffic |
| Short-term street parking (limited and metered) | Often time-limited—use only for quick stops |
| Off-site long-term garage | May offer lower multi-day rates—call ahead |
How the resort/amenity fee affects groups and event bookings
If you’re booking meeting space or arranging a wedding in the Gotham Ballroom or other event rooms, ask the sales or events team whether the amenity fee applies to group rooms or meeting-room contracts. The hotel’s event contacts can clarify whether the per-room amenity fee will be included in group room blocks or billed separately.
Event planners should confirm parking arrangements for attendees—valet or nearby garages—and whether event-related parking can be contracted or negotiated through the hotel’s sales team. The hotel lists a dedicated sales phone number and event contacts for wedding and meeting inquiries.
- Ask the sales/events contact if amenity fees are applied to group room blocks
- Confirm guest parking options and any negotiated rates for your event
- Provide clear instructions in event materials so attendees know parking and fee expectations
| Event item | Who to contact |
|---|---|
| Amenity-fee policy for group rooms | Hotel sales / BookResorts agent |
| Parking for attendees | Hotel events team or suggested garage operator |
| Event-day logistics | Hotel sales + on-site event manager |
