Loved my stay in NYC!
I stayed at the New Yorker for a week in the middle of Feb 2012. I arrived late so was accommodated straight away, no lines for check in. My room was 3520 (on the 35th floor), I had paid online to upgrade to a view room as it was my first time visiting New York. It was well worth the $10 extra per day! The view of the city/skyline was incredible! I was looking directly at the Empire State building when I was lounging in bed! Amazing! 
The room itself was just average size but more than big enough for me as I was by myself. The bed was very comfortable and clean. The only fault I would have with the whole room was the bathroom which is a little run down and needs upgrading. The shower curtains are terrible, dirty and stained. Apart from this, the staff were all quite friendly and always had a smile for me which was much appreciated. The location of the hotel could not have been better! Very central for everything, about a 5 min walk to good shopping on the way to Macy's and Herald Square. Only 8 blocks down from Times Square which was about a 10-15 min walk. The neighbourhood was always busy and I felt quite safe walking around by myself (although never at night) There is also a pizza place and a McDonalds across the road and the Tick Tock Diner attached to the hotel, very convenient places to eat.
The hotel concierge was also VERY helpful and friendly, reconfirming my airport transfers and helping me book day tours to go on.
Overall I would recommend this hotel to anyone and everyone! It's great value and a great experience!
Will definitely be staying here when I come back to New York in the future!
:-)