At the end we stayed at Park Hyatt. Told them on reservation form that it was for my 30th b-day (it was) and mentioned platinum status. They upgraded us to deluxe room and left chocolate cake, champagne, and happy birthday note (debated whether to tell them about Kosher, but decided against it). I loved the room, rain shower, size, etc. but would consider trying the Andaz next time d/t better location. We had trains nearby but Times Square was a walk.
If anyone is interested in mini trip report: We went Wed afternoon to rent bikes in Central Park ($12 for 2 bikes via Groupon). Nice store, nice ride. Then we went to room to shower and change for dinner. Went to Mr. Broadway (which has been redone in the last few years) because it was best restaurant for us at which we were able to use our GKR SBS certs (I had the BBQ boneless wings and BBQ brisket and loved them both; wife had some hamburger which was fine).
Next day we went to get breakfast/lunch at Milk n Honey, then went to Circle Line boat ride. We enjoyed the boat, but I would recommend getting there real early bc good seats go fast.
Spent some loose time in the middle around TimeSquare, Dave & Busters, etc.
We're from NYC but never had experience of seeing city like "tourists." Nice vacation for wife who doesn't like to travel far from children.