Location
The hotel is situated in a superb location on Park Avenue and 61st Street, just steps away from upscale boutiques, antique shops and museums. It is one block from Madison Avenue, 2 blocks from Central Park, and 30 minutes from LaGuardia Airport, 45 minutes from JFK International Airport and 60 minutes from Newark International Airport.
Facilities
11 junior suites, 85 suites, 225 single rooms and 41 double rooms are located on 21 storeys and can be reached by lift. Guests are warmly welcomed by multilingual staff at the 24-hour reception desk in the lobby. Check-in/check-out service is available round the clock. Amenities include a cloakroom, baggage storage service, safe and currency exchange service. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. There are a number of shops as well. Additional facilities include a newspaper stand. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a transfer service, translation services, room service, a laundry service, a hairdresser, a coin-operated laundry and a page service. Complimentary newspapers are available.
Rooms
Air conditioning and individually adjustable heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. A balcony is among the standard features of some rooms. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed or a king-size bed. An extra bed is available for a fee. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. There is a fully-equipped kitchenette with a refrigerator, mini fridge, microwave and tea/coffee station. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, a stereo system, a CD player, an alarm clock and WiFi are provided as well. The daily newspaper is laid out for guests in the the rooms. A hairdryer and bathrobes are provided in the bathrooms, which include a shower and a bathtub. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has 379 non-smoking rooms and smoking rooms.
Sports/Entertainment
Fine weather can be enjoyed on the terrace. There are many ways to relax or stay active at the hotel, including a gym, aerobics, a spa, a sauna, a beauty salon and massage treatments. Additional leisure activities include a kids' club, a dance club and a nightclub.
Meals
Various dining options are available, including a dining room, a café, a bar and a pub. The restaurant has air conditioning and high chairs for children. A continental breakfast gives guests many delicious reasons to rise and shine. At lunch and dinner, guests can order à la carte or choose a set menu. Special meals, including diet meals, are also available.
Payment
The hotel accepts the following credit cards: American Express, VISA, Diners Club, JCB and MasterCard.