The price of a New York City hotel can consume a large part of your travel budget, though with a little planning and research you can find some hotels in New York --- even luxury boutiques --- that offer a complimentary night or two when you reserve a room for a few days.
The Grand Hyatt New York advertises special offers on Facebook and Twitter, and as of October 2010, one of the hotel chain's promotions includes a night in a standard room free with a two-nights' stay at any Hyatt in the world when you use your Hyatt credit card the first time. The Grand Hyatt in New York's trendy Midtown area is next to the Grand Central Station terminal, with Times Square and the Broadway theater district only a mile away. Central Park is also a little more than a mile away, and the Fifth Avenue shopping district less is than two miles. The Grand Hyatt's chef, Christian Ragano, former chef of award-winning NoMi in Chicago, cooks homemade pasta, locally grown products and homemade charcuterie. The Empire Ballroom at the Grand Hyatt has hosted presidents and royalty since 1917, and after a $12 million renovation, it reopened in March 2010. After a day of sightseeing or shopping, return to luxurious comfort to sleep on your signature Hyatt "Grand Bed," which features a no-flip pillow-top mattress.
Grand Hyatt New York
Grand Central Terminal
109 East 42nd St.
New York, NY 10017
212-883-1234
grandhyattnewyork.com
As of October 2010, the W Hotel is offering a third night free when you book two nights with your American Express card in the city of your choice; just mention promo code "TNR" or "TNH." Use this offer at the W Hotel New York Union Square, which is housed in the restored 1911-era Beaux Arts former Guardian Life building. If your stay is on a Monday, Wednesday, Friday or Saturday, check out New York's Greenmarket to experience gourmet dining at its finest, reports New York magazine. In addition, visitors at this location are only a mile from the Statue of Liberty and less than two miles from the MTV headquarters, Times Square and Rockefeller Center. Don't leave your pet behind as W Hotel offers a special program called "P.A.W." or "Pets Are Welcome," which includes a dog walking service and grooming. W Hotel will provide an Acura for stylish transportation to and from your destination. Dine in at the hotel's Olives Restaurant where Chef Todd English oversees the kitchen.
W New York -- Union Square
201 Park Ave. S.
New York, NY 10003
212-253-9119
starwoodhotels.com
As of October 2010, the Sofitel Hotel New York offers an "Exclusively Yours" package consisting of one night free when you stay a minimum of four nights. This hotel is near Bryant Park and the Garment District's designers' studios. A few steps from your hotel you will find the New York Public Library's main branch and St. Patrick's Cathedral. The hotel's self-described "French flair" is complemented by a visit to the nearby Brasserie 44 restaurant, where you can enjoy French dining and desserts such as the peach tart tatin or a classic chocolate beignet. For more casual dining, choose Little Italy Pizza and enjoy free delivery to your guest room. Or, opt to dine at the hotel's Gaby Restaurant which offers French cuisine in its elegant art deco-inspired décor. The Sofitel prides itself on its meeting facilities, especially its 2,500-square-foot Grand Ballroom that features enormous, two-and-a-half-story windows. Another way to save money at the Sofitel is by joining their A Club program, in which you earn points for every dollar spent at worldwide Sofitel hotels.
Sofitel Hotel
45 West 44th St.
New York, NY 10036
sofitel.com
