Gramercy and Murray Hill, New York City, New York, United States
Midtown location, a four-minute walk from the Empire State
Walking
distance to Times Square, Grand Central, and Bryant Park
Contemporary rooms with iPod docks, minibars, and marble bathrooms
Some
rooms with balconies, private deck, and kitchenettes
Free
breakfast from nearby restaurant
Free
access to nearby fitness center
24-hour front desk and concierge
Free
Wi-Fi
Lacking
in-house amenities
Compact
lobby and no common areas
Rooms
at the rear can be dark with dreary views
Located in the bustling heart of Midtown East, the mid-range, Hotel 32 32 offers a solid rate for its excellent location -- one
block from the subway, and walking distance to numerous landmarks including the Empire State Building. But there are no common areas, and aside from free Wi-Fi, in-house
features are lacking. Guests must trek off-site to take advantage of a free daily breakfast and free fitness
center access at affiliated establishments. Its 102 apartment-like
rooms are stylish, contemporary, clean, and well-equipped with flat-screen
TVs, iPod docks, minibars, and marble bathrooms with free toiletries. Many rooms offer cityscape outlooks, balconies (one has a deck), and kitchenettes. Hotel 32 32 is hard to beat on price and location, but travelers seeking more on-site features could try the Bentley Hotel, which can have lower rates.
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Scene
Sleek, apartment-like buildings dressed in contemporary decor, but no common areas
Occupying
two slender 17-story towers on either side of a hectic Manhattan street, Hotel 32
32’s steel and glazed-glass facades bear contemporary contrast to their older red
and brown-brick neighbors. Despite the architectural contrast, its reflective
exteriors mirror the surrounding streetscape, and would easily blend in
altogether if it weren’t for the striking black and white-signed awnings
marking their narrow entranceways. Past glass double entrance doors, the compact
reception feels more like an apartment building foyer than a hotel lobby -- and
inside, the contemporary vibe continues with contrasting wood-effect walls, and
an abstract gray front desk. More black and white signage dominates the tiny lobby
space, shared only with a wall-mounted TV and the elevator. On-site features don't fit into 32 32's narrow footprint, so guest have to trek off-site to the affiliated Captain's Cafe and Boom Fitness, which act as the hotel's restaurant and gym respectively. Some guests find it inconvenient, but they fit the hotel’s apartment-like vibe that forces its guests to
experience the local hood, just like regular Big Apple inhabitants.
Location
In bustling Midtown East, a four-minute walk from the Empire State
Hotel 32 32 is set
right in the heart of Midtown East, next to bustling Koreatown, in easy
walking distance to many of the city’s most iconic landmarks such as the Empire State Building, which is just a four-minute walk away. Other icons in walking distance include Grand Central Terminal (10 minutes), Madison Square Garden (10 minutes), Bryant Park and the New York Public
Library (13 minutes), the Chrysler Building (14 minutes), Times Square (18
minutes), the Morgan Library & Museum
(six minutes), and Macy’s at Herald Square (10 minutes). The closest subway is
just one block north, a minute's walk away, providing convenient access to other, farther afield tourist spots. For
instance, Central Park is 28 minutes heading north, and Wall Street is 18
minutes heading south. A four-minute walk west will land guests in the heart of
Koreatown for authentic Korean barbecue and karaoke in abundance. It's a 13-minute
walk to Penn Station and 20 minutes on foot to Port Authority Bus Terminal. The drive
to JFK International Airport
takes around 40 minutes, and LaGuardia Airport is 20 minutes away, without
traffic.
Rooms
Contemporary, tech-savvy rooms with marble bathrooms; some with balconies and/or kitchen facilities
Sleek, streamlined rooms run with a contemporary theme, marrying fresh white or rich burgundy with soft
oyster grays on the walls, all offset by dark timber
floors. Black accents add bold contrast,
and abstract modern artworks add fun pops of color. Floor-to-ceiling
windows let in plenty of light and showcase city street or roof-scape views (unless
you’re at the much darker rear where mostly fire escapes reside). In general, higher rooms have more light and better views. Room
categories range from Studios to Suites and Deluxe -- some layouts offering balconies, well-stocked kitchenettes, and one even has a roof deck. Tech-savvy features include free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs with cable, iPod docks, and DVD players (in some rooms). Minibars are
well-stocked with snacks and soft drinks, and coffee-
and tea-making facilities are also provided. Work desks, digital alarm
clocks, and irons and ironing boards are all there.
Luxurious marble bathrooms are equipped
with a selection of free premium individual toiletries and glass walk-in showers (some higher-category rooms have shower/tub combos). Closets contain fluffy robes, safes, and hairdryers.
Features
Free Wi-Fi, free breakfast (off-site), and free access to nearby 24-hour fitness center
Aside from
the free Wi-Fi, Hotel 32 32 is low on in-house amenities, but they've
partnered with nearby local businesses to provide guests with free a la carte
breakfast, and free access to a full-service fitness center -- both located within a two-minute walk. The daily breakfast
is served at Captain’s Cafe -- a local staple where guests can choose from a
variety of typical all-American meal options, cooked to order. Boom Fitness is
well-equipped with modern cardio- and weight-training equipment. They also
offer yoga, Pilates, and Zumba classes, and a juice bar. The fitness center may not be on-site, but it's a huge step up from what travelers
typically find in a hotel gym. The hotel
has a 24-hour front desk, and concierge and dry cleaning services are also
available.
