"It has everything you need and want: from high end designer boutiques to Forever 21 and H&M."
"You can find different styles in the clothing stores, from fancy to everyday wear."
"Many luxury stores if that's your thing, and some interesting stores you don't really see everywhere."
"From renowned luxury brands to emerging designers, you'll find a diverse selection of shops that cater to every taste and budget."
"For shopping enthusiasts, Hudson Yards offers an array of high-end stores and boutiques, making it a new hub for luxury shopping in the city."
"With a range of high-end stores, including Louis Vuitton, Gucci, and Dior, spread across seven levels, you'll be spoiled for choice."
"The stores at the mall were top-notch, with a wide selection of clothing, accessories, and other items."
Cons:
"Restaurants are very crowded with long wait time & long lines."
"Whats the point of building a huge new complex where you cant see all the 'newness' of the surrounding developments?"
"Lots of empty stores. Very high prices."
"Specifically the mall: Too crowded with holiday tourists, and was a lot of stress just to return things at a store."
"Hudson Yards Shopping Mall seems to be struggling, with a noticeable lack of vibrant stores and foot traffic."
"Half of it's empty."
"Just another boring and very bland high end shopping centre filled with the usual chain shops."
Cultural and Recreational Activities
Pros:
"The complex also boasts The Shed, a cultural center with a transformative design that hosts a variety of performances and exhibitions."
"The Hudson Yards Mall goes beyond just shopping and dining. It hosts a variety of events and exhibitions throughout the year."
"Yesterday I was able to take in some breathtaking art at the Avant Gallery at the Hudson Yards."
"This interactive artwork by Thomas Heatherwick has become an iconic landmark and a must-visit for both tourists and locals."
"The cultural aficionados aren't left out, with The Shed, a versatile cultural center offering an eclectic mix of performances, exhibitions, and festivals."
"The Vessel's intricate design and open-air staircases provide a unique urban experience that captures the essence of modern New York."
"Whether you're exploring The Edge, the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere, or simply strolling through the public square, Hudson Yards exudes a dynamic energy."
Cons:
"However, too many New Yorkers were bored and decided to go! It was over crowded."
"Only cons is both Vessel and shopping mall closes early at 7, so if you're up for experiencing the entire Hudson Yards light go early."
"But be aware in order to actually to get on it you have to book a reservation online."
"The Vessel closed indefinitely after 4th apparent suicide."
"The vessel is beautiful but sadly climbing is no longer allowed as people jump off from the top."
"To bad the big honeycomb structure was closed."
"Update vessel is closed because of suicides."
Dining Options
Pros:
"The dining experience is phenomenal with Korean restaurants like Kawi and ice cream shops like Van Leeuwen and Kith Treats."
"After you do a little shopping you can snack or dine at one of the restaurants located on the 4th floor."
"Little Spain is a great spot to catch up with friends and grab a bite."
"Loved it! There are so many different places to grab food, something for everyone."
"For food the cheapest thing there is shake shack."
"They also have restaurants. There are bar with dj, fancy restaurant and lay back places to eat."
"The dining options at Hudson Yards are diverse and include a range of cuisines from around the world."
Cons:
"It was crowded everywhere you went, there was nowhere to sit and have a coffee."
"But the music is annoying."
"The market 'Little Spain' is good if you like churros, tapas and other types of Spanish delicacies."
"a very overpriced place!"
"Was super crowded with very limited place to sit."
"Need more food options."
"High end mall, very pricey boutiques, and even the restaurants will stretch your wallet."
Accessibility and Convenience
Pros:
"The surrounding area is well-maintained, with plenty of seating and green spaces for visitors to enjoy."
"The spacious walkways, comfortable seating areas, and well-placed amenities make it easy to navigate and relax during your visit."
"Very easy to access mall and super beautiful mall with a bunch of mid and high tier brands."
"It is easy to get here from Time Square or Penn Station."
"Hudson Yards metro station line 7 is within walking distance."
"The easiest commute would be the 7 train to '34 St. Hudson Yards.'"
"Just a short walk from the 34th Street subway station, Hudson Yards is incredibly easy to reach."
Cons:
"The blocks going down from Broadway, to 8ave 9, and 10 ave are longer then from 34 to 33 or 42 to 41and so on. So be prepared to walk a bit."
"Getting a Parking nearby is tricky, better to take sub way to reach this space."
"Parking can be very hard to get but we found a parking garage on W 30th which charged a total of $80 for a van 4hrs."
"It is not easy to get there, as you depend on the 7 train that may not always work."
"The escalator wasn’t working on three floors out of the five."
"Restrooms are not on entry level."
"Zero parking."
Facilities and Cleanliness
Pros:
"Clean restrooms on 2nd floor."
"Bathrooms were clean, except for no toilet paper in any stall."
"Spotless bathrooms."
"Bathrooms are really clean and sanitized."
"They have air conditioning (a must on hot days) and clean bathrooms."
"The cleanliness of the surroundings added to the overall appeal."
"One of the most commendable aspects of Hudson Yards is its cleanliness."
Cons:
"I tell mall staff their bathrooms are out of soap and... nada."
"The bathrooms were really small and not enough stalls."
"This mall has high end shops and restaurants yet it can’t clean its bathrooms or stock them with toilet paper."
"They didn't design this very well as there were extremely long lines especially for the Women's side."
"This used to be nice mall, until recently. There is often no soap in the bathrooms."
"The mall feels stuffy and claustrophobic."
"It’s too bad the top floor / Neiman Marcus went under because that was the prettiest part of all."