Indeed there has been little mention and some confusion!
In fact there will be a Westin eventually and a "W" Times Square opening sooner.
"The W Times Square is at 1567 Broadway. The scheduled opening date is September 2001.
The Westin Times Square is another planned hotel scheduled to open December 2002.
Please be advised that any pre-opening information is subject to change at any time for reasons beyond our control. I have no information regarding an additional Sheraton location in Manhattan.
Best regards,
William R. Sanders
Specialist, E-Communications Department
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide "
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