Quite overrated
I must say I was disappointed with my stay at the Hampton Inn Times Square North given the high ratings it received so far. First, service was at best average (not enthusiastic as I had hoped for ). There were exceptions though - the travel /concierge desk and the chambermaids were great! All others, service was at best an okay. Room was average.
Breakfast was standard Hampton Inn fare - average breakfast.
Location though is pretty good - located at 8th Avenue, close to the actions of Times Square (I just walked 1-2 blocks to the hotel). Nearby the hotel (1-2 blocks north), there is a Chinese restaurant that opens till late serving pretty good and cheap Chinese fare which we frequent regularly.
Personally, I would prefer Hilton Garden In Chelsea.