Originally Posted by
Kacee
Downtown is totally different and I would recommend splitting the trip rather than spending the full week in midtown, especially if you're still exploring the city.
Hyatt Union Square is a great location but I have a hard time recommending the hotel. 50 Bowery is a very interesting location on the edge of Chinatown. It's not luxury but it's comfortable so long as you don't mind a smaller room.
Why do you recommend splitting the trip by the way? In my limited time in NY I have never had a problem going up and down town.