New York Hotels

This small luxury hotel combines the height of luxury with history.  Located near Times Square and the theater district, it was originally a political club, built in 1904.  In 1939, it was sold and had other lives as an office building.   In 1999, Jeff Klein bought the building and opened his hotel in 2001.  The rooms have been restored back to the “gentleman’s club” feeling and the original name has been restored.

There are 9 floors and 65 guestrooms, designed in New American Classical style by Jeffery Bilhuber.  The room sizes go from “petite”, which is a 195 sq. foot room at a relatively affordable price, to the “Grand Duplex Suite”, which is the height of luxury, with a price tag to match.   Guests are pampered with details such as two telephone lines in each room and bathroom, DVD players and libraries, and in-room safe deposit boxes.

Award-winning chef, Daniel Boulud, runs the DB Bistro Moderne which serves French-American cuisine.  The bistro has two dining rooms: one is casual and vibrant,  and the other is subdued and intimate.

This New York hotel is definitely a favoritie of who’s who in New York.  But you won’t see celebrities posing in the lobby.  Jeff Klein says that his hotel is for private and discriminating people, and effort has been made to make it feel like you have come home.

City Club Hotel

55 West 44th Street

New York, NY  10036

Phone: 212.921.5500

If you’re looking for a hotel in a great location, look no further than Grand Hyatt New York. Located in the Upper East Side, Grand Hyatt is located right above the famed Grand Central Station. Not only that, but it’s just minutes away from 5th Avenue shopping, Broadway theaters, Empire State building, Central Park, Rockerfeller Center and the world famous Times Square!

There are 1,311 spacious rooms, which include 65 beautifully renovated suites ranging from 600 square feet to more than 3,500 square feet. Each room has been newly remodeled and now include such features as flat-screen televisions, room safes, pillow-top mattresses and new European bedding. The hotel staff is friendly and has been known to help you plan a special occasion if you give them a heads up. Any hotel willing to be part of something so special definitely deserves a gold star. The concierge is ready to help you with directions, sightseeing tours, maps and dinner/show reservations, just stop by the front desk or give them a call.

Donald Trump is recognized as a being brilliant developer with a eye for “seeing opportunities everywhere”. Trump and Hyatt Hotel made a deal, he secured financing and renovated the Grand Central Station and the exterior and interior of the entire hotel.
If you book now through March 17, 2010 you will receive a hotel credit of $25 per night, good for hotel amenities and activites. You must stay through April 30, 2010. Stay an extra night and enjoy the credit, perhaps breakfast in bed? Terms and Conditions may apply.

Grand Hyatt New York
109 East 42nd Street at Grand Central Terminal,
New York, New York, USA 10017
Tel: +1 212 883 1234    Fax: +1 212 697 3772

The Renaissance New York Hotel 57, which is part of the Marriott Hotel chain, has recently completed a much needed renovation to their carriage house suites. This boutique hotel strives to give guests an authentic experience of living an opulent lifestyle on Lexington Avenue, which is how many of the neighborhood’s residents live. In fact, it closely resembles many of the apartments around the East Side. Yes, these carriage house suites are designed to give guests an idea of what pampered living on Lexington Avenue is like. Each suite offers a multi-floor design and real hardwood floors in the entire suite. There’s a spacious walk-in shower, a marble bath with all the amenities anyone would desire, and overall extravagant linens, bedding and towels.

The location of The Renaissance New York Hotel 57 couldn’t be more ideal. Staying here will give you views of Central Park, Times Square and Columbus Circle. Fifth Avenue is just three blocks from the hotel, which is where you’d be able to shop at Gucci, Cartier and Versace. The hotel is also very close to Bloomingdales. So, while the hotel isn’t exactly centrally located, it is indeed in a nice neighborhood with easy access to the sights you were planning to visit while in New York.

Renaissance New York Hotel 57
130 E 57th Street
New York City, NY 10022
Website: Renaissance New York Hotel 57
Toll-free Telephone Number: 1-866-240-8604

More commonly heard as “spa” in the United States, its lesser known moniker is becoming more and more popular, most likely due to an internet audience being truly global. In much of the world, spa therapies is known as thalasso, a derivative of a greek word, thalassa, which means sea. The therapy is based on the notion that sea water, sea weed, mineral salts and trace elements carry curative as well as preventative properties.

Although this system was significanty developed in France, it is now an omnipresent part of many of our lives world-wide.

If you’re a visitor or resident in the busy and constantly frenetic city we all love, what better place to house some of the best thalasso / spa hotels in the world? If anything, this is an unarguable reason to be in or travel to the Big Apple.

So without much further ado, here’s the list of the top ten thalasso spa hotels in New York and its surrounding areas (in reverse alphabetical order for a change!):

Trump International Hotel & Tower, 1 Central Park West, New York, NY 10023

Soho House 25-39 Ninth Avenue, New York, NY 10014

St. Regis Hotel, New York, 2 E. 55th Street, New York, NY 10022

Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park, 50 Central Park S., New York, NY 10009

Peninsula New York, 700 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10019

Mohonk Mountain House, 1000 Mountain Rest Road, New Paltz, NY 12561

Hotel Gansevoort, 18 Ninth Avenue, New York, NY 10014

Four Seasons Hotel New York, 57 E. 57th Street, New York, NY 10022

Emerson Resort & Spa, 146 Mt. Pleasant Road, Mt. Tremper, NY 12457

Dream Hotel, 210 W. 55th Street, New York, NY 10019

One of the most famous hotels in New York City is the Waldorf Astoria New York Hotel and Resorts. Located within walking distance from such popular attractions such as the Rockefeller Center, St. Patrick’s Cathedral,Times Square and shopping at 5^th Avenue. From the moment you walk in the lobby you are greeted with a beautiful fragrance of fresh cut flowers. Their first class service is what keeps guests coming back time after time. The concierge is very helpful with directions and great recommendations for nearby attractions, so just ask.

Almost every U. S. President since Herbert Hoover has either lived or stayed there, recently including President Obama. For a whopping $7,000 a night you too can enjoy some history in the presidential suite. Many of the pieces that furnish the 4 bedroom suite on the 35th floor were donated by past presidents.

If the presidential history doesn’t thrill you, maybe the eateries will. They offer many dining choices inside the hotel. Peacock Alley is an upscale fish and seafood restaurant by day/night with an amazing Sunday brunch, located right inside the main lobby. Chic.tv describes it as the “Most Luxurious Brunch in New York”. Diners can enjoy their brunch while listening to live music. For all you steak lovers out there, Bull and Bear is the place for you. With their ginormous portions of USDA Certified Angus Beef® Prime, (first restaurant on the East Coast to serve) you will definitely leave with a full stomach. Don’t forget to stop by the bar before you leave and taste one of their signature drinks like the “Bull and Bear”. Easy enough to remember, right?

With so many choices to dine at, great walking distances to popular tourist attractions and world class history; how can you go wrong? One obvious tip: don’t forget your camera!

Waldorf Astoria New York

301 Park Avenue

New York, New York 10022-6897

Hotel in New York - New Yorker

The New Yorker, located in Midtown, is a good all-around New York hotel, and is one of the most popular hotels in New York City.  It has a price range and clearly defined categories for room accommodations, to fit all tastes and needs.  It is luxury at a value price – with many rooms that include beautiful views of the City, the Empire State Building, and other attractions.   Amenities include Premium Broadband Wi-Fi, a business center that is always open, and complimentary access to the Fitness Center.  There is also a semi-formal dining room, along with a diner that is open 24 hours. The meeting rooms and banquet rooms have a sharp and crisp feel to them.  The hotel is proud of its wheelchair accessibility features, and is ADA-Compliant.  In the hotel literature, it is pointed out how New York City, itself, is surprisingly wheelchair accessible.  We think you will be very comfortable at this hotel, and it is one of our personal favorites.

The New Yorker

481 8th Avenue & 34th Street

New York, NY 10001

212.244.0719

W New York

The top of the line decor and technology in this hotel is truly spectacular, with first class rooms and accommodations.  The room designations range from “Cozy room” to “Extreme wow suite”, which is a 750 square-foot penthouse, with amazing views of New York City.  The W New York is located in the center of the city and is close to Grand Central Station, Times Square, Rockefeller Center, the Theater District and world-class shopping.  It is in walking distance of midtown Manhattan.  Our reviewers especially enjoyed walking to Central Part and the Museum of Modern Art in just minutes.

No one beats the W hotels in innovative features, such as something they call Sensory Set Up for boardroom meetings.  These set ups are geared towards satisfying all five senses, using techniques such as aromatherapy, candles and inspiring games.  Whether you visit the W New York for business or personal travel, to say the least, you will really feel pampered here.  There is a two-story spa and a fitness center.  You can even bring your pets!

The Heartbeat restaurant serves Latin American cuisine, and is perfect for an intimate dinner.  Afterwards, head over to Whiskey Blue to experience the elegant nightlife at this candle-lit cocktail bar.

W New York

541 Lexington Ave.
New York, NY 10022
Phone:  (212) 755-1200

Hotel Novotel New York Times Square is very conveniently located, at the corner of 52nd Street and Broadway. It is the best New York hotel we have found in this section of New York for a family vacation. The prices are reasonable, and each room can accommodate 2 adults and 2 children – and children under 16 stay for free. They have very good family packages, including one half price for an additional room for children if you need it. The breakfast buffet is exceptional, with a wide selection and balanced breakfast. We especially like the Kids’ voyage guide books written for children – they are fun and educational.

This hotel is also one of the best New York hotels for business travel and meetings. The staff is very professional and experienced about how to set up for business meetings. They know what works for successful business meetings and events, and work hard to help you meet your requirements and achieve your business goals. For example they would recommend a U-shape setup if you have a trainer and want to encourage discussion among participants – or they would recommend having no chairs in the room if the participants will be doing role playing. The meeting rooms are exactly what you need: simple, spacious and elegant.

Hotel Novotel New York Times Square
226 W 52nd St
New York, NY 10019-5804
(212) 315-0100

The Inn New York City has deservedly earned the rank of number 1 amongst 412 hotels in New York City, according to the survey done by Tripadvisor. Nearly everyone who has stayed at the Inn New York City is absolutely blown away by this hotel. From the most kind and helpful staff down to the fluffiest pillows anyone has ever known, there’s not much negatives about this place, in fact, we don’t know of any. It is difficult to describe but think of it as your most comfortable home away from home, as you will undoubtedly feel at home here. Our sources reported that their bedroom had a most comfy king-sized bed that was to die for. The galley type kitchen was fully functional with oven, dishwasher, microwave and fridge. And get this: The fridge was stocked with wine, a quiche, cheese, milk, orange juice and water. Also, right at your fingertips danishes, bagels, oatmeal, coffee were waiting for you and your appetite. The bathroom is simply amazing and you couldn’t ask for more especially when you find the jacuzzi tub, sauna, separate shower and fire place!

So, if you happen to be looking for a romantic getaway – this is most definitely your place. You will not regret staying here. The Inn is within walking distance to the subway and neighborhood restaurants. It is just such a wonderful alternative to the standard and most predictable hotel. Staying at the Inn New York City will make you feel special, as you should! The inn-keepers have thought of every detail, so if you’re the type of traveler who can truly appreciate a difference, you should at least try it out here.

Check out their perks, too: If you book four nights or more you are eligible to select one of the four following complimentary perks:

1. Massage for one at Paul Labrecque Salon at Reebok Sports Club.
2. Two one day gym passes at Reebok Sports Club.
3. Return car service to airport.
4. Lunch for two at Café Luxemburg.

Inn New York City
266 West 71st St.
New York City, NY 10023 U.S.A.
Telephone: 212 580 1900
Average Room Prices: $560

What’s not to love about this regal palace fit for kings and queens? The New York Palace boasts, and with good reason, its absolutely fabulous and spectacular city views, its close proximity to shopping and sights, and much, much more.

From the moment you pull up in front of The New York Palace and enter the establishment, to the time you must leave it, you will truly be astonished. You will surely miss it the second you step outside of its doors when your trip is over!

In one word the hotel can be described as: quality. The impeccable and uncompromising customer service could not be improved upon, and you will be impressed by the level of professionalism and warmth coming from the staff; the spacious and spotless rooms with the most comfortable beds you could ever imagine, as well as the evening turn down service, will make you want to be a permanent resident; the rooms with a view of St. Patricks Cathedral will almost urge you to stay in most days – but don’t! There’s too much to see in New York!

The New York Palace Hotel
455 Madison Avenue
New York City, NY 10022
Reservations +1 800 804 7035
Average Room Prices: $600