CHECK-IN AGE AND HOTEL POLICIES
Pod Times Square
Pod Times Square lists a minimum check-in age of 18 on its official property source.
400 W 42nd Street, New York, NY
Age policy last verified (3 days ago)
Pod Times Square: the check-in answer
Pod Times Square lists a minimum check-in age of 18 on its official property source.
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Listed minimum age: 18. Enter your age to check it.
An 18- to 20-year-old meets the listed minimum age at Pod Times Square. That does not by itself confirm photo ID, the arrival card or a deposit. Among 88 reviewed New York City hotels, 21 list 18 or lower and 67 list 21 or older.
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This compares your age with the published threshold only; confirm ID, card and deposit with Pod Times Square before paying.
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What else do I need?
Each field keeps its own source and review date. “Not stated” does not mean “not required.”
- Identification Known
- Government-issued identification must be valid.Official evidence · reviewed Sep 18, 2026
- Payment card Known
- A credit or debit card is needed on arrival. Cash can settle the bill at departure, with the card amount credited back; bank timing is not stated.Official evidence · reviewed Sep 18, 2026
- Deposit or hold Known
- USD 50 refundable security authorization, alongside the full stay amount, on arrival. The FAQ does not describe this as a nightly deposit or state a bank release deadline.Official evidence · reviewed Sep 18, 2026
- Room availability
- Not checked. Visit the hotel website for your dates.
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Policy evidence for Pod Times Square
“Not stated” does not mean “not required.” Each field keeps its own source and review date. A 24-hour desk does not guarantee a booking will be held after midnight.
Deposit and payment Confirmed
$50 per stay hold
- Incidental hold
- $50 per stayOfficial evidence · reviewed Oct 4, 2026
The FAQ requires a credit or debit card for check-in and an arrival authorization for the full stay plus a refundable USD 50 security deposit. Cash is a checkout option. - Conditions and details
- The arrival authorization also includes the full stay. Cash can be used at checkout, with the stay amount credited back to the card.Official evidence · reviewed Oct 4, 2026
The FAQ requires a credit or debit card for check-in and an arrival authorization for the full stay plus a refundable USD 50 security deposit. Cash is a checkout option. - Cash accepted for arrival security
- NoOfficial evidence · reviewed Oct 4, 2026
The FAQ requires a credit or debit card for check-in and an arrival authorization for the full stay plus a refundable USD 50 security deposit. Cash is a checkout option. - Debit accepted for arrival hold
- YesOfficial evidence · reviewed Oct 4, 2026
The FAQ requires a credit or debit card for check-in and an arrival authorization for the full stay plus a refundable USD 50 security deposit. Cash is a checkout option. - Identification
- Government-issued identification must be valid.Official evidence · reviewed Sep 18, 2026
valid government-issued ID · Earlier evidence retained; not a new source check. - Payment card
- A credit or debit card is needed on arrival. Cash can settle the bill at departure, with the card amount credited back; bank timing is not stated.Official evidence · reviewed Sep 18, 2026
a credit or debit card is required · Earlier evidence retained; not a new source check. - Deposit details
- USD 50 refundable security authorization, alongside the full stay amount, on arrival. The FAQ does not describe this as a nightly deposit or state a bank release deadline.Official evidence · reviewed Sep 18, 2026
$50 refundable security deposit · Earlier evidence retained; not a new source check.
Review due Nov 17, 2026 · version 2
Pets Conditions apply
Pets allowed; $25 per night
- Fee
- $25 per nightOfficial evidence · reviewed Oct 4, 2026
The hotel FAQ welcomes dogs weighing less than 25 pounds at USD 25 nightly and asks for advance notice. A strict less-than limit is preserved textually. - Conditions and details
- Small dogs strictly under 25 pounds; tell the hotel before arrival. Exactly 25 pounds is not stated as eligible.Official evidence · reviewed Oct 4, 2026
The hotel FAQ welcomes dogs weighing less than 25 pounds at USD 25 nightly and asks for advance notice. A strict less-than limit is preserved textually. - Pet permission
- yesOfficial evidence · reviewed Oct 4, 2026
The hotel FAQ welcomes dogs weighing less than 25 pounds at USD 25 nightly and asks for advance notice. A strict less-than limit is preserved textually. - Species
- dogOfficial evidence · reviewed Oct 4, 2026
The hotel FAQ welcomes dogs weighing less than 25 pounds at USD 25 nightly and asks for advance notice. A strict less-than limit is preserved textually.
Review due Jan 2, 2027 · version 2
Resort or destination fee Confirmed
$29.84 per night (tax included)
- Fee
- $29.84 per night (tax included)Official evidence · reviewed Oct 4, 2026
The official FAQ states a facility fee of USD 29.84 per room per night; tax is included. - Conditions and details
- The hotel calls this a facility fee, charged per room per night. Check current inclusions on the official page.Official evidence · reviewed Oct 4, 2026
The official FAQ states a facility fee of USD 29.84 per room per night; tax is included. - Mandatory fee applies
- YesOfficial evidence · reviewed Oct 4, 2026
The official FAQ states a facility fee of USD 29.84 per room per night; tax is included.
Review due Nov 3, 2026 · version 2
Parking Conditions apply
Parking details recorded
- Conditions and details
- The hotel's FAQ directs guests to nearby iPark at 350 West 42nd Street, between 8th and 9th Avenue. For 24 hours with no in-and-out privileges, the listed charge is USD 57 for a sedan or USD 67 for an SUV or oversized vehicle. Tax treatment, self-versus-valet service, EV charging and space availability are not stated; confirm with the hotel and operator.Official evidence · reviewed Oct 5, 2026
Exact Pod Times Square FAQ names iPark at 350 West 42nd Street and lists USD 57 sedan / USD 67 SUV or oversized vehicle for 24 hours, with no in-and-out privileges.
Review due Dec 4, 2026 · version 1
Arrival and departure Conditions apply
Check-in 15:00 · Check-out 13:00
- Conditions and details
- Standard times are local to New York City. Early check-in is offered only when available on arrival. Late checkout depends on availability; contact the front desk on the morning of departure. The FAQ does not establish an unconditional late-arrival guarantee.Official evidence · reviewed Oct 5, 2026
The exact property FAQ states check-in at 3:00 p.m. and checkout at 1:00 p.m.; early arrival and late checkout are subject to availability, with late checkout discussed with the desk on departure morning. - Standard check-in (local time)
- 15:00Official evidence · reviewed Oct 5, 2026
The exact property FAQ states check-in at 3:00 p.m. and checkout at 1:00 p.m.; early arrival and late checkout are subject to availability, with late checkout discussed with the desk on departure morning. - Standard check-out (local time)
- 13:00Official evidence · reviewed Oct 5, 2026
The exact property FAQ states check-in at 3:00 p.m. and checkout at 1:00 p.m.; early arrival and late checkout are subject to availability, with late checkout discussed with the desk on departure morning.
Review due Jan 3, 2027 · version 3
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Listed minimum age: 18. Enter your age to check it.
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Property facts and age evidence
- Street address
- 400 W 42nd Street
- City and state
- New York, NY
- Listed minimum age
- 18
- Official source
- thepodhotel.com
- Last verified
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Can an 18-year-old check in at Pod Times Square?
Yes — the exact Pod Times Square property at 400 W 42nd Street officially lists a minimum check-in age of 18.
The reviewed official property FAQ proves the age threshold, a valid government-issued ID, a credit or debit card at arrival, and authorization of the full stay amount plus a USD 50 refundable security deposit. It says cash may settle the bill at checkout, but it does not state whose name must be on the card, whether a physical or virtual card works, how long the bank takes to release the authorization, or whether someone under 18 may stay with an accompanying adult.
Still unknown from the reviewed official page
- Cardholder-name matching and physical-versus-virtual card acceptance
- Bank release timing for the stay amount and USD 50 security authorization
- Accompanying-adult rules for a guest under 18
What the official page says
at least 18 years old to check-in
Evidence for ID, card and deposit
- Photo ID: valid government-issued ID Reviewed Sep 18, 2026.
- Payment card: a credit or debit card is required Reviewed Sep 18, 2026.
- Deposit or hold: $50 refundable security deposit Reviewed Sep 18, 2026.
Questions about Pod Times Square
What is the check-in age at Pod Times Square?
Pod Times Square lists a minimum check-in age of 18 on its official property page (thepodhotel.com), reviewed Oct 18, 2026.
Can an 18-year-old check in alone at Pod Times Square?
Pod Times Square lists 18. No extra age condition is documented in this record. ID, payment and deposit requirements still apply.
How does Pod Times Square compare with other New York City hotels?
CheckInAge has reviewed 88 New York City hotels: 21 list a minimum age of 18 or lower, 67 list 21 or older. Pod Times Square lists a minimum of 18. This is our reviewed sample, not every New York City hotel.
What ID, card and deposit does Pod Times Square state?
Identification: Government-issued identification must be valid. Payment card: A credit or debit card is needed on arrival. Cash can settle the bill at departure, with the card amount credited back; bank timing is not stated. Deposit or hold: USD 50 refundable security authorization, alongside the full stay amount, on arrival. The FAQ does not describe this as a nightly deposit or state a bank release deadline.
What is the arrival and departure policy at Pod Times Square?
Check-in 15:00 · Check-out 13:00. Read the property-specific conditions and official evidence above.
What is the deposit and payment policy at Pod Times Square?
$50 per stay hold. Read the property-specific conditions and official evidence above.
What is the parking policy at Pod Times Square?
Parking details recorded. Read the property-specific conditions and official evidence above.
What is the pets policy at Pod Times Square?
Pets allowed; $25 per night. Read the property-specific conditions and official evidence above.
What is the resort or destination fee policy at Pod Times Square?
$29.84 per night (tax included). Read the property-specific conditions and official evidence above.
Other New York City hotels that list a minimum age of 18
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Times Square West — listed minimum 18
- Courtyard New York Manhattan/Times Square — listed minimum 18
- Delta Hotels New York Times Square — listed minimum 18
- Hotel Edison — listed minimum 18
Policy revision history
Earlier versions stay public.
| Version | Minimum | Source reviewed | Published |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 · current | 18 | Oct 18, 2026 | Oct 18, 2026 |
| 3 | 18 | Oct 3, 2026 | Oct 3, 2026 |
| 2 | 18 | Sep 18, 2026 | Sep 18, 2026 |
| 1 | 18 | Sep 9, 2026 | Sep 9, 2026 |
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Other policy revisions
Each module has an independent review history.
| Module | Version | Recorded answer | Reviewed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arrival and departure | 3 | Check-in 15:00 · Check-out 13:00 | Oct 5, 2026 |
| Parking | 1 | Parking details recorded | Oct 5, 2026 |
| Pets | 2 | Pets allowed; $25 per night | Oct 4, 2026 |
| Deposit and payment | 2 | $50 per stay hold | Sep 18, 2026 |
| Resort or destination fee | 2 | $29.84 per night (tax included) | Oct 4, 2026 |
| Arrival and departure | 2 | Arrival conditions recorded | Oct 4, 2026 |
| Resort or destination fee | 1 | $29.84 per night (tax included) | Oct 4, 2026 |
| Deposit and payment | 1 | $50 per stay hold | Sep 18, 2026 |
| Pets | 1 | Pets allowed; $25 per night | Oct 4, 2026 |
| Arrival and departure | 1 | Arrival conditions recorded | Oct 4, 2026 |
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