Perfect for what we needed, amazing Service
Just returned from staying at the Double Tree in Times Square South (August 26 - 28, 2012) I had checked the reviews many times and knowing how everyone has their own opinion was open to what I would expect when arriving. The room was clean, had a nice sized bathroom and the bed was comfortable. Knowing the rooms are small before arriving it was not a problem for us when we were there. I noticed a few reviews of complaints about the showers but I found them to have a great pressure as well as hot water available for different times of day. Did notice the elevator took time but what else can you expect? If we felt we waited to long we had no problem going down the stairs (for us this is not a big deal but I understand for some people this would not be ideal and/or if you are on the higher floors, but with patients and understanding that it is a tall building will help when waiting for the elevator to hit your floor). 
It is a walk to Times Square but in my opinion as an young active traveler it is defiantly do-able, did it multiple times a day. The staff were very friendly and very helpful. We were able to check in hours earlier with an option to wait for a higher floor to be cleaned if wanted, we passed on a higher floor but great to know that we had the option. 
We also requested to have extra towels brought to our room which was done within ten minutes of us asking which was amazing (I have read other reviews with guests having problems with things being brought to the room but we had no problems) as well as a light went out in our bathroom which was fixed quickly as well. When needing assistance with our airport transfer that was already booked (it was not booked with them and I am very thankful they were able to help because they do make business if we book directly at the hotel) they were kind enough to help us with our existing reservation. Also we are more country people and have a hard time with the Subway, Richard - AMAZING PERSON, was incredibly helpful and made it very easy for us to get to where we needed to be. At the end of our stay we felt very comfortable leaving our luggage with front desk after we checked out and were able to enjoy the last few hours before we had to transfer to the airport. 
Over all I know there are better hotels in New York that are closer to the attractions etc however for the price I was very happy with my stay. Will defiantly recommend to anyone travelling to New York and will be returning myself.