The Surrey is one of the most understated and luxurious hotels in Manhattan. The unassuming facade on a mostly residential (and very posh) Upper East Side street is just one block from Central Park and the Whitney Museum of American Art. Inside, the sophisticated lobby sports enormous tapestries of celebrities like Kate Moss. Celebrity chef Daniel Boulud's Cafe Boulud and Chanel-inspired Bar Pleiades are open to the public, but only guests get access to the seasonal 17th floor rooftop garden and bar. The 190 rooms and suites are tastefully decorated and include ultra-luxe extras like custom mattresses and Diptyque toiletries. The most common gripe is connectivity issues with the free Wi-Fi. As a nearby luxury alternative, The Mark has a slightly more casual vibe beloved by celebrities and a restaurant by celebrity chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten.
The Surrey is one of the most understated and luxurious hotels in Manhattan. The unassuming facade on a mostly residential (and very posh) Upper East Side street is just one block from Central Park and the Whitney Museum of American Art. Inside, the sophisticated lobby sports enormous tapestries of celebrities like Kate Moss. Celebrity chef Daniel Boulud's Cafe Boulud and Chanel-inspired Bar Pleiades are open to the public, but only guests get access to the seasonal 17th floor rooftop garden and bar. The 190 rooms and suites are tastefully decorated and include ultra-luxe extras like custom mattresses and Diptyque toiletries. The most common gripe is connectivity issues with the free Wi-Fi. As a nearby luxury alternative, The Mark has a slightly more casual vibe beloved by celebrities and a restaurant by celebrity chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten.
Located in the quiet, classy Upper East Side -- close to Central Park, but far from NYC's best dining and nightlife -- the 1930s-era Franklin brings old Gotham romance into a modern boutique. Rooms are small but stylish and come with free Wi-Fi and excellent Bulgari toiletries. High-quality free breakfasts make it a great pick outside the tourist zone.
Located in the quiet, classy Upper East Side -- close to Central Park, but far from NYC's best dining and nightlife -- the 1930s-era Franklin brings old Gotham romance into a modern boutique. Rooms are small but stylish and come with free Wi-Fi and excellent Bulgari toiletries. High-quality free breakfasts make it a great pick outside the tourist zone.
The Carlyle has been a historic and discreet host to artists, presidents, and local and international celebrities since 1930, and it's traditional to the core: White-gloved elevator operators, a special concierge vestibule, the classic Bemelman's Bar, and dinner performances by Judy Collins and Woody Allen (playing jazz clarinet) are hallmarks of this classic American hotel. More intimate, with bigger rooms, than the competing Waldorf-Astoria and Loews Regency.
The Carlyle has been a historic and discreet host to artists, presidents, and local and international celebrities since 1930, and it's traditional to the core: White-gloved elevator operators, a special concierge vestibule, the classic Bemelman's Bar, and dinner performances by Judy Collins and Woody Allen (playing jazz clarinet) are hallmarks of this classic American hotel. More intimate, with bigger rooms, than the competing Waldorf-Astoria and Loews Regency.
An elegant Old World luxury hotel situated directly opposite Central Park, the Pierre offers a taste of grand old New York to those staying in any of its 189 timelessly decorated guest rooms and suites. The large staff includes white-gloved elevator attendants personal butlers in some suites. The Pierre is posh yet friendly, and kids and canines are warmly welcomed. Rooms are large by NYC standards, and come with Turkish marble bathrooms and Bose radios. Many higher level rooms offer stunning park or city views -- though some rooms have interior views. Amenities include an adequate gym, a fine-dining French-American restaurant, a classy jazz bar serving high tea and cocktails, and a top notch concierge team, but the Pierre lacks a full-service spa. If a spa is a requirement, check rates at the nearby Mandarin Oriental, New York.
An elegant Old World luxury hotel situated directly opposite Central Park, the Pierre offers a taste of grand old New York to those staying in any of its 189 timelessly decorated guest rooms and suites. The large staff includes white-gloved elevator attendants personal butlers in some suites. The Pierre is posh yet friendly, and kids and canines are warmly welcomed. Rooms are large by NYC standards, and come with Turkish marble bathrooms and Bose radios. Many higher level rooms offer stunning park or city views -- though some rooms have interior views. Amenities include an adequate gym, a fine-dining French-American restaurant, a classy jazz bar serving high tea and cocktails, and a top notch concierge team, but the Pierre lacks a full-service spa. If a spa is a requirement, check rates at the nearby Mandarin Oriental, New York.
The Mark, a historic hotel built in 1927, re-opened in 2009 as one of the best contemporary luxury hotels in New York and has stayed high on the list of scenester Manhattan hotels since -- not an easy feat for an Upper East Side location. The hotel's stunning interiors by France's premier designer, Jacques Grange, are colorful and bold rather than gilded and stuffy. There's a restaurant, bar, and room service by Jean-Georges Vongerichten, one of New York's most famous chefs. The 152 comfortable, high-tech rooms and personalized service draw celebrities getting ready for the Met Gala, while the location one block from Central Park and a partnership with Bergdorf Goodman draws fashionable tourists. Fabulous four-legged friends are welcome at no extra charge. Travelers who prefer a downtown address should check rates at Robert DeNiro's Greenwich Hotel in TriBeCa.
The Mark, a historic hotel built in 1927, re-opened in 2009 as one of the best contemporary luxury hotels in New York and has stayed high on the list of scenester Manhattan hotels since -- not an easy feat for an Upper East Side location. The hotel's stunning interiors by France's premier designer, Jacques Grange, are colorful and bold rather than gilded and stuffy. There's a restaurant, bar, and room service by Jean-Georges Vongerichten, one of New York's most famous chefs. The 152 comfortable, high-tech rooms and personalized service draw celebrities getting ready for the Met Gala, while the location one block from Central Park and a partnership with Bergdorf Goodman draws fashionable tourists. Fabulous four-legged friends are welcome at no extra charge. Travelers who prefer a downtown address should check rates at Robert DeNiro's Greenwich Hotel in TriBeCa.
The upper-middle-range Hotel Wales is a charming boutique property situated a block away from Central Park and Fifth Avenue's Museum Mile in the quiet, residential Upper East Side. Popular breakfast/brunch destination Sarabeth's East occupies the hotel's ground floor and provides room service, and there's also an Italian restaurant on-site. Free tea and coffee in an inviting lounge is a nice perk, as is the lovely rooftop terrace. Other features include a meeting room, business center, and a small fitness room with a couple of machines. The 89 contemporary guest rooms are a bit small, but come with flat-screen TVs, iHome docks, and free Wi-Fi, plus some suites have kitchenettes. The nearby Franklin NYC doesn't have as many features, but it does offer a free breakfast as well as an afternoon wine and cheese presentation.
The upper-middle-range Hotel Wales is a charming boutique property situated a block away from Central Park and Fifth Avenue's Museum Mile in the quiet, residential Upper East Side. Popular breakfast/brunch destination Sarabeth's East occupies the hotel's ground floor and provides room service, and there's also an Italian restaurant on-site. Free tea and coffee in an inviting lounge is a nice perk, as is the lovely rooftop terrace. Other features include a meeting room, business center, and a small fitness room with a couple of machines. The 89 contemporary guest rooms are a bit small, but come with flat-screen TVs, iHome docks, and free Wi-Fi, plus some suites have kitchenettes. The nearby Franklin NYC doesn't have as many features, but it does offer a free breakfast as well as an afternoon wine and cheese presentation.
All of Marmara's 108 guest rooms are basically studios and one- and two-bedroom apartments with full kitchens. Some of its rooms might lack the new flat-screens, but it's still a clean, comfortable, pet-friendly option way up in a less-touristed part of the Upper East Side, within walking distance of Central Park and the Guggenheim museum.
All of Marmara's 108 guest rooms are basically studios and one- and two-bedroom apartments with full kitchens. Some of its rooms might lack the new flat-screens, but it's still a clean, comfortable, pet-friendly option way up in a less-touristed part of the Upper East Side, within walking distance of Central Park and the Guggenheim museum.
The Courtyard brand has let go of the red and green decor from days past, and renovations in 2013 and 2014 renovations brought the look here up to brand standards. This 226-room property on the Upper East Side caters to those in the healthcare professions (many hospitals are based nearby) as well as savvy travelers who know how to get around NYC using a MetroCard. Prices are fair for the renovated rooms -- ask for one with a south-facing view -- and features include laundry facilities, a fitness center and sauna/steam rooms. Just know that it's far from the tourist sights and a 10-minute walk to the 6 train.
The Courtyard brand has let go of the red and green decor from days past, and renovations in 2013 and 2014 renovations brought the look here up to brand standards. This 226-room property on the Upper East Side caters to those in the healthcare professions (many hospitals are based nearby) as well as savvy travelers who know how to get around NYC using a MetroCard. Prices are fair for the renovated rooms -- ask for one with a south-facing view -- and features include laundry facilities, a fitness center and sauna/steam rooms. Just know that it's far from the tourist sights and a 10-minute walk to the 6 train.
The 197-room Bentley is a high-rise hotel on the easternmost edge of Manhattan overlooking the Queensboro Bridge. The location is ideal for business travelers or guests visiting the nearby medical centers, though it's a 10-minute walk to the closest subway and as well as any real shopping or dining. The hotel is stylish, with a look that blends urban-chic and classic elements. Rooms are reasonably spacious and modern, with flat-screen TVs and minibars, although there are annoying fees for Wi-Fi and coffee, and some of the furniture is worn. There are two restaurants and lounges, which are welcome because the surrounding neighborhood is deserted at night. Travelers who prefer a more central location should consider the similarly priced Ameritania Hotel near Times Square.
The 197-room Bentley is a high-rise hotel on the easternmost edge of Manhattan overlooking the Queensboro Bridge. The location is ideal for business travelers or guests visiting the nearby medical centers, though it's a 10-minute walk to the closest subway and as well as any real shopping or dining. The hotel is stylish, with a look that blends urban-chic and classic elements. Rooms are reasonably spacious and modern, with flat-screen TVs and minibars, although there are annoying fees for Wi-Fi and coffee, and some of the furniture is worn. There are two restaurants and lounges, which are welcome because the surrounding neighborhood is deserted at night. Travelers who prefer a more central location should consider the similarly priced Ameritania Hotel near Times Square.
This elegantly appointed hotel on the Upper East Side will appeal to upscale power shoppers and frequent visitors to New York City, and is a favorite haunt of the city’s political and financial elite. The entire hotel underwent a complete overhaul in 2013, and rooms are now sophisticated, modern, and airy. Depending on guests’ priorities, the location may prove to be inconvenient to the usual tourist hot spots—or a welcome and relatively serene respite from the hustle and bustle of Midtown Manhattan.
This elegantly appointed hotel on the Upper East Side will appeal to upscale power shoppers and frequent visitors to New York City, and is a favorite haunt of the city’s political and financial elite. The entire hotel underwent a complete overhaul in 2013, and rooms are now sophisticated, modern, and airy. Depending on guests’ priorities, the location may prove to be inconvenient to the usual tourist hot spots—or a welcome and relatively serene respite from the hustle and bustle of Midtown Manhattan.