A massive, 1,700-room hotel, the Penn is in a prime location next to Madison Square Garden and the Empire State Building. Though there's a decent fitness center on site, the hotel ends up not being a good deal, despite the reasonable rates -- the hectic pace, street traffic (even inside the giant lobby), and worn, dated rooms add up to a poor value.
A massive, 1,700-room hotel, the Penn is in a prime location next to Madison Square Garden and the Empire State Building. Though there's a decent fitness center on site, the hotel ends up not being a good deal, despite the reasonable rates -- the hectic pace, street traffic (even inside the giant lobby), and worn, dated rooms add up to a poor value.
One of New York's sexiest boutiques, conveniently sandwiched between Grand Central and Times Square, the Bryant Park Hotel caters to fashion and entertainment types and discerning Europeans. The combination of friendly, personalized service, a great bar and restaurant, and cool, comfortable rooms -- all within a 128-room art deco building -- makes it a distinctive pleasure.
One of New York's sexiest boutiques, conveniently sandwiched between Grand Central and Times Square, the Bryant Park Hotel caters to fashion and entertainment types and discerning Europeans. The combination of friendly, personalized service, a great bar and restaurant, and cool, comfortable rooms -- all within a 128-room art deco building -- makes it a distinctive pleasure.
The Nyma is located in Koreatown, within walking distance of the Empire State Building and near nine subway lines. Mid-range rooms aren't particularly stylish, but they are spacious for New York and equipped with modern amenities, including flat-screen TVs, iPod docks, and free Wi-Fi. Other perks, such as free continental breakfast, a 24-hour fitness center, and a petite business center, help make this a solid value stay in Manhattan.
The Nyma is located in Koreatown, within walking distance of the Empire State Building and near nine subway lines. Mid-range rooms aren't particularly stylish, but they are spacious for New York and equipped with modern amenities, including flat-screen TVs, iPod docks, and free Wi-Fi. Other perks, such as free continental breakfast, a 24-hour fitness center, and a petite business center, help make this a solid value stay in Manhattan.
The Ameritania is a mid-range hotel conveniently located near the Theater District, museums, and Central Park. Rooms, while small, have up-to-date amenities -- including flat-screen TVs and iPod docks -- and stylish decor in a black, silver and brown palette. There's a lounge with solid cocktails and a fireplace, but little else. Note that there is an extra fee for Wi-Fi.
The Ameritania is a mid-range hotel conveniently located near the Theater District, museums, and Central Park. Rooms, while small, have up-to-date amenities -- including flat-screen TVs and iPod docks -- and stylish decor in a black, silver and brown palette. There's a lounge with solid cocktails and a fireplace, but little else. Note that there is an extra fee for Wi-Fi.
The 414 Hotel is a 22-room boutique in Midtown West, along a quiet, tree-lined stretch of Restaurant Row (a popular area for pre-theater diners). Times Square and its eight subway lines are a short walk away, as are Broadway's main shows, making this a convenient stay for tourists. But the hotel also feels miles away from the hustle and bustle of NYC -- a vibe created by the homey nature of the hotel. Two historical town houses make up the 414; rooms in both buildings are bright, airy, and modern, with flat-screen TVs, iPod docks, and mini-fridges. Many face the hotel's charming courtyard, where guests can enjoy the hotel's free continental breakfast and evening wine and cheese in warmer months. Guests who need an elevator (414 Hotel does not have one) might prefer the French Quarters Guest Apartments, a nearby boutique hotel with an elevator and a popular on-site restaurant serving Creole-style cuisine.
The 414 Hotel is a 22-room boutique in Midtown West, along a quiet, tree-lined stretch of Restaurant Row (a popular area for pre-theater diners). Times Square and its eight subway lines are a short walk away, as are Broadway's main shows, making this a convenient stay for tourists. But the hotel also feels miles away from the hustle and bustle of NYC -- a vibe created by the homey nature of the hotel. Two historical town houses make up the 414; rooms in both buildings are bright, airy, and modern, with flat-screen TVs, iPod docks, and mini-fridges. Many face the hotel's charming courtyard, where guests can enjoy the hotel's free continental breakfast and evening wine and cheese in warmer months. Guests who need an elevator (414 Hotel does not have one) might prefer the French Quarters Guest Apartments, a nearby boutique hotel with an elevator and a popular on-site restaurant serving Creole-style cuisine.
The 261-suite Residence Inn is located five blocks from Central Park in Midtown Manhattan, and has a contemporary, artsy vibe that's refreshing for this typically mid-range chain. This three-and-a-half pearl outpost offers several nice-to-haves, including free breakfast, a 24-hour fitness center, and a coffee shop and bar. The tallest hotel in North America, the sharp, modern rooms include handy kitchenettes, and many have views overlooking Central Park and Midtown Manhattan. The nearby Hilton Garden Inn Central Park South is little less pricey, but doesn't offer a free continental breakfast or kitchenettes. However, it might be a better option for families because it offers family packages and playpens.
The 261-suite Residence Inn is located five blocks from Central Park in Midtown Manhattan, and has a contemporary, artsy vibe that's refreshing for this typically mid-range chain. This three-and-a-half pearl outpost offers several nice-to-haves, including free breakfast, a 24-hour fitness center, and a coffee shop and bar. The tallest hotel in North America, the sharp, modern rooms include handy kitchenettes, and many have views overlooking Central Park and Midtown Manhattan. The nearby Hilton Garden Inn Central Park South is little less pricey, but doesn't offer a free continental breakfast or kitchenettes. However, it might be a better option for families because it offers family packages and playpens.
A modern, business-friendly property in Midtown, the upscale, 401-room Hilton Garden Inn New York/Central Park South-Midtown West is conveniently close to Central Park, Carnegie Hall, Broadway theaters, and ample shopping and dining. It's flush with features, including a fitness center, a pricey steakhouse, a business center and meeting rooms, and coin-operated laundry facilities. Rooms are stylish but subdued -- as expected for the brand -- and come with ergonomic chairs, work desks with outlets, 40-inch flat-screen HDTVs, microwaves, mini-fridges, and Keurig coffeemakers. Some of the Junior Suites have terraces. Travelers could also compare prices with the Holiday Inn Midtown/57th St., which is farther west, but it has a pool and a sports bar, and generally lower rates.
A modern, business-friendly property in Midtown, the upscale, 401-room Hilton Garden Inn New York/Central Park South-Midtown West is conveniently close to Central Park, Carnegie Hall, Broadway theaters, and ample shopping and dining. It's flush with features, including a fitness center, a pricey steakhouse, a business center and meeting rooms, and coin-operated laundry facilities. Rooms are stylish but subdued -- as expected for the brand -- and come with ergonomic chairs, work desks with outlets, 40-inch flat-screen HDTVs, microwaves, mini-fridges, and Keurig coffeemakers. Some of the Junior Suites have terraces. Travelers could also compare prices with the Holiday Inn Midtown/57th St., which is farther west, but it has a pool and a sports bar, and generally lower rates.
Located outside the tourist zone in an area near Penn Station and the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, this 220-room DoubleTree is a fine option for conventioneers, who could benefit from the location, free Wi-Fi, business center, and meeting room. Leisure travelers should research the many comparable hotels that are closer to more attractions, such as the Hilton Garden Inn New York/Times Square Central.
Located outside the tourist zone in an area near Penn Station and the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, this 220-room DoubleTree is a fine option for conventioneers, who could benefit from the location, free Wi-Fi, business center, and meeting room. Leisure travelers should research the many comparable hotels that are closer to more attractions, such as the Hilton Garden Inn New York/Times Square Central.
Perfectly between Grand Central Terminal and Times Square, the Iroquois is an uncommonly quiet, exceedingly traditional 114-room in Midtown West. High-end perks include an excellent (though small) gym with a Finnish sauna, and a vintage library, but the rooms feel a bit staid, despite their flat-screen LED TVs and free Wi-Fi. For travelers who prefer super-stylish rooms, the London NYC is a solid Midtown pick.
Perfectly between Grand Central Terminal and Times Square, the Iroquois is an uncommonly quiet, exceedingly traditional 114-room in Midtown West. High-end perks include an excellent (though small) gym with a Finnish sauna, and a vintage library, but the rooms feel a bit staid, despite their flat-screen LED TVs and free Wi-Fi. For travelers who prefer super-stylish rooms, the London NYC is a solid Midtown pick.
Owned by the Calvary Baptist Church, this aging, 197-room hotel comes with clean, comfortable, apartment-sized rooms but few frills -- no gym and no restaurant (though there is a breakfast room serving a daily continental buffet for a fee). Fixtures and furnishings are pretty dated, but the hotel is a decent option for families who want a quiet but central location only two blocks from Central Park. It's worth comparing Salisbury's rates with the ones at Wellington Hotel, another budget-friendly option in Midtown Manhattan.
Owned by the Calvary Baptist Church, this aging, 197-room hotel comes with clean, comfortable, apartment-sized rooms but few frills -- no gym and no restaurant (though there is a breakfast room serving a daily continental buffet for a fee). Fixtures and furnishings are pretty dated, but the hotel is a decent option for families who want a quiet but central location only two blocks from Central Park. It's worth comparing Salisbury's rates with the ones at Wellington Hotel, another budget-friendly option in Midtown Manhattan.