Location
This urban hotel warmly welcomes guests in New York City. Public transportation stops, shops, restaurants and bars are just outside the door. The nearest nightclubs are about half a mile away.
Facilities
The hotel was built in 1907. The hotel has 746 rooms and 60 suites, which are located on 81 stories and are reachable by elevator. Guests are warmly welcomed by multilingual staff (English, German, French) at the 24-hour reception desk in the lobby. Check-in/check-out service is available around the clock. Amenities available at the hotel include a coat check, baggage storage service, safe, currency exchange service and ATM. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on vacation. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. There are a number of shops, including a supermarket and souvenir shop. Children can enjoy the playground. Additional amenities include a newspaper stand and a library. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the parking lot. Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a childcare service, medical assistance, a transfer service, room service, a laundry service, a hairdresser, a coin-operated laundry and a hotel shuttle bus. A bicycle rental service provides all the necessary equipment for exploring the surrounding area. A business center with fax machine and projector is available.
Rooms
Air conditioning and central heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. In some rooms, a terrace provides additional space for relaxation. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed, a queen-size bed, a king-size bed or a sofa bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator, a mini fridge and a microwave. Further amenities include an ironing set and a trouser press. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, a CD player, a DVD player, an alarm clock and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. A turndown service provides guests with additional comfort in the evening hours. Amenities provided in the rooms include slippers and a daily paper. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. A hairdryer, bathrobes and a telephone are provided. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Guests can also reserve wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has family rooms and non-smoking rooms.
Sports/Entertainment
Fine weather can be enjoyed on the terrace. For those who wish to stay active while on vacation, the hotel offers cycling/mountain biking. Sports and recreation facilities at the hotel include a gym and callisthenics. Various wellness options are available at the hotel, including a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a beauty salon and massage treatments. An entertainment program and live music round out the entertainment options.
Meals
Various dining options are available, including a non-smoking restaurant, a café and a bar. A wide variety of dishes are served at all three main mealtimes. Guests can enjoy lunch and dinner as a set menu. Diet meals and children's meals can be prepared on request. The hotel also offers special catering options.
Payment
The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, VISA, Diners Club and MasterCard.