Thorough attention to detail and old-world charm set this quaint boutique hotel apart. Its 12 rooms have been individually decorated with period antiques and fireplaces, and feature modern amenities, such as flat-screen TVs, iPod docks, and free Wi-Fi. The property lacks most of the amenities of larger hotels, including a fitness center and a full restaurant -- but it does offer an elegant tea salon, a central location a block from Union Square, and an intimate feel that's hard to come by in New York.
Thorough attention to detail and old-world charm set this quaint boutique hotel apart. Its 12 rooms have been individually decorated with period antiques and fireplaces, and feature modern amenities, such as flat-screen TVs, iPod docks, and free Wi-Fi. The property lacks most of the amenities of larger hotels, including a fitness center and a full restaurant -- but it does offer an elegant tea salon, a central location a block from Union Square, and an intimate feel that's hard to come by in New York.
Opened in 2013, the upscale Hyatt Union Square New York offers stylish accommodations and solid amenities a block from Union Square (and its seven subway lines). Rooms are bright and charming, with fun details and textiles; several feature terraces. The three on-site restaurants -- with a fourth on the rooftop terrace coming soontag:revisit 7/15/2013 -- serve three solid meals a day in comfortable but stylish settings. Overall, it is one of the best bets in the area.
Opened in 2013, the upscale Hyatt Union Square New York offers stylish accommodations and solid amenities a block from Union Square (and its seven subway lines). Rooms are bright and charming, with fun details and textiles; several feature terraces. The three on-site restaurants -- with a fourth on the rooftop terrace coming soontag:revisit 7/15/2013 -- serve three solid meals a day in comfortable but stylish settings. Overall, it is one of the best bets in the area.
This 80-room budget hotel -- sister property to Hotel 17 a little farther downtown -- is a great value. Many rooms have their own unique decor, down to the patterned wallpaper and outdated bedspreads. That being said, the hotel is clean and maintained by a longstanding housekeeping staff, and technology includes flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. Room sizes and types vary: some have private bathrooms while others are shared -- though it is rare to run into the neighbors except while waiting for the single (and slow) elevator.
This 80-room budget hotel -- sister property to Hotel 17 a little farther downtown -- is a great value. Many rooms have their own unique decor, down to the patterned wallpaper and outdated bedspreads. That being said, the hotel is clean and maintained by a longstanding housekeeping staff, and technology includes flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. Room sizes and types vary: some have private bathrooms while others are shared -- though it is rare to run into the neighbors except while waiting for the single (and slow) elevator.
The mid-range Lex Hotel is a sleek, 48-room boutique hotel with affordable rates couched between New York's Gramercy Park and Murray Hill neighborhoods, near the subway and lots of dining options. The stylish rooms have queen-size beds, 40-inch flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and black-and-white tile bathrooms. Mini-fridges are available on request. Superior Queen Rooms and Junior Suites have balconies, but they face other buildings. A continental breakfast is included in the room rate, adding to the hotel's value. Travelers might want to compare rates with the nearby Marcel at Gramercy, which has funkier rooms and a 10th-floor lounge, but Wi-Fi and breakfast come with fees.
The mid-range Lex Hotel is a sleek, 48-room boutique hotel with affordable rates couched between New York's Gramercy Park and Murray Hill neighborhoods, near the subway and lots of dining options. The stylish rooms have queen-size beds, 40-inch flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and black-and-white tile bathrooms. Mini-fridges are available on request. Superior Queen Rooms and Junior Suites have balconies, but they face other buildings. A continental breakfast is included in the room rate, adding to the hotel's value. Travelers might want to compare rates with the nearby Marcel at Gramercy, which has funkier rooms and a 10th-floor lounge, but Wi-Fi and breakfast come with fees.
With a huge 2016 renovation under its belt, the 131-room Park South Hotel has become a solid upper-middle-range option with a chic, tony look. The location is excellent, with Midtown sights and the subway all within a quick walk. Features are also stellar; there's a popular seasonal rooftop bar, two full-service restaurants (including a Japanese sushi restaurant), and a chic library lounge. Rooms are smart and sophisticated with plush bedding and modern amenities like Smart TVs, charging stations, free Wi-Fi -- but mini-fridges, minibars, and coffeemakers aren't standard, and there's no room service. The Carlton Hotel offers more in-room amenities, but it's a larger hotel with decor that leans more toward stately than chic.
With a huge 2016 renovation under its belt, the 131-room Park South Hotel has become a solid upper-middle-range option with a chic, tony look. The location is excellent, with Midtown sights and the subway all within a quick walk. Features are also stellar; there's a popular seasonal rooftop bar, two full-service restaurants (including a Japanese sushi restaurant), and a chic library lounge. Rooms are smart and sophisticated with plush bedding and modern amenities like Smart TVs, charging stations, free Wi-Fi -- but mini-fridges, minibars, and coffeemakers aren't standard, and there's no room service. The Carlton Hotel offers more in-room amenities, but it's a larger hotel with decor that leans more toward stately than chic.
Located in a residential neighborhood more popular among locals than tourists, the Marcel has 136 guest rooms, snazzily outfitted in cool gray, earthy yellow, and playful zebra print. Nice extras in-room extras include blackout drapes, C.O. Bigelow bath products, and down comforters and pillows. Though it lacks a gym and charges extra for Wi-Fi, the trendy rooms, discounted New York Sports Club passes, and beautiful outdoor terrace tend to compensate. Those who require an on-site fitness center could try the nearby Carlton.
Located in a residential neighborhood more popular among locals than tourists, the Marcel has 136 guest rooms, snazzily outfitted in cool gray, earthy yellow, and playful zebra print. Nice extras in-room extras include blackout drapes, C.O. Bigelow bath products, and down comforters and pillows. Though it lacks a gym and charges extra for Wi-Fi, the trendy rooms, discounted New York Sports Club passes, and beautiful outdoor terrace tend to compensate. Those who require an on-site fitness center could try the nearby Carlton.
The budget-friendly Clarion Hotel Park Avenue is centrally located, as its name suggests, on Park Avenue. Clean, comfortable rooms and basic amenities for reasonable prices make The Clarion a good choice for travelers looking for a convenient and cheap place to sleep. A free continental breakfast with plenty of choices, as well as an afternoon tea/coffee and snack hour are two cost-saving highlights. However, some of the rooms are tiny, and there's not much in the way of ambience.
The budget-friendly Clarion Hotel Park Avenue is centrally located, as its name suggests, on Park Avenue. Clean, comfortable rooms and basic amenities for reasonable prices make The Clarion a good choice for travelers looking for a convenient and cheap place to sleep. A free continental breakfast with plenty of choices, as well as an afternoon tea/coffee and snack hour are two cost-saving highlights. However, some of the rooms are tiny, and there's not much in the way of ambience.
The Hotel @ New York City sits on a street corner in low-key Murray Hill, with some great restaurants and shops as its neighbors. The free continental breakfast is a perk for this mid-range hotel, but the renovated breakfast room didn't update the spare food options or solve all the housekeeping issues where food service and NY pests are concerned. The rooms are adequate with flat-screen TVs and coffeemakers, but the dated decor is hard on the eyes. Budget travelers should compare with the nearby Hotel 31, which has views of the Empire State Building from some rooms. For those more comfortable with brand names, the Hilton Garden Inn New York/Midtown Park Ave is just a few blocks away.
The Hotel @ New York City sits on a street corner in low-key Murray Hill, with some great restaurants and shops as its neighbors. The free continental breakfast is a perk for this mid-range hotel, but the renovated breakfast room didn't update the spare food options or solve all the housekeeping issues where food service and NY pests are concerned. The rooms are adequate with flat-screen TVs and coffeemakers, but the dated decor is hard on the eyes. Budget travelers should compare with the nearby Hotel 31, which has views of the Empire State Building from some rooms. For those more comfortable with brand names, the Hilton Garden Inn New York/Midtown Park Ave is just a few blocks away.
Housed in a beautiful turn-of-the-century Beaux-Arts building, the 42-room HGU New York is an upscale boutique with a trendy vibe and a focus on wellness and local culture. Rooms are plush, stylish, and outfitted with a wide array of great amenities, including CO Bigelow toiletries, pillow-top mattresses, Frette towels and linens, and free Wi-Fi. Most, however, are small even by NYC standards, and some may get traffic noise or have dark interior views. The restaurant and lounge are popular among locals for its hopping atmosphere and cultural events, while its seasonal rooftop bar offers great city views and free morning yoga classes. The hotel has partnered with a local gym, a meditation center, and a spa, but there are no fitness and wellness facilities on-site. It's worth comparing rates with the equally stylish Roger Hotel, which has larger rooms.
Housed in a beautiful turn-of-the-century Beaux-Arts building, the 42-room HGU New York is an upscale boutique with a trendy vibe and a focus on wellness and local culture. Rooms are plush, stylish, and outfitted with a wide array of great amenities, including CO Bigelow toiletries, pillow-top mattresses, Frette towels and linens, and free Wi-Fi. Most, however, are small even by NYC standards, and some may get traffic noise or have dark interior views. The restaurant and lounge are popular among locals for its hopping atmosphere and cultural events, while its seasonal rooftop bar offers great city views and free morning yoga classes. The hotel has partnered with a local gym, a meditation center, and a spa, but there are no fitness and wellness facilities on-site. It's worth comparing rates with the equally stylish Roger Hotel, which has larger rooms.
A relaxed, 205-room hotel, IBEROSTAR 70 Park is located in Murray Hill, four blocks south of Grand Central Station and Midtown' East's corporate towers. Rooms have sultry contemporary decor -- think deep purple fabrics and silver metallic accents -- and free coffee and evening wine receptions are offered in the glam lobby. The hotel offers a solid range of features, including in-room spa services and a fitness center, free bike rentals, and accessible accommodation options.
A relaxed, 205-room hotel, IBEROSTAR 70 Park is located in Murray Hill, four blocks south of Grand Central Station and Midtown' East's corporate towers. Rooms have sultry contemporary decor -- think deep purple fabrics and silver metallic accents -- and free coffee and evening wine receptions are offered in the glam lobby. The hotel offers a solid range of features, including in-room spa services and a fitness center, free bike rentals, and accessible accommodation options.