When planning a trip to New York City, it's not unusual to spend hours whittling out the perfect itinerary while devoting only minutes to choosing accommodations. Yet hotel choice is paramount to a good experience. Great service, distinctive design, relaxing ambiance and thoughtful amenities may make a hotel far more than just a base from which to explore this city. Hotels affiliated with Highgate, a national hospitality management firm, are among Manhattan’s most attractive and well placed with each designed to be a destination in itself.
Park Lane Hotel's most distinctive offering may be its elegantly comfortable rooms allowing breathtaking panoramic views of Central Park. The hotel’s classical European-inspired decor permeates 46 stories of rooms and suites, and is coupled with the expected modern-day comforts such as a fitness center and Internet access. Located on the edge of Central Park, Park Lane Hotel is within walking distance of Broadway, Museum Mile and the shopping delights of Fifth Avenue – although guests may be as likely to stay on site for the fine dining at the Park Room restaurant or cocktails at Harry’s New York Bar and Lounge.
The Row NYC, an 8th Avenue landmark, has had several incarnations since 1928 – the Lincoln, the Manhattan, and the Milford Plaza – before its striking debut as the Row NYC in spring 2014. Located in the heart of Times Square, Row NYC touts its unbeatable location and remarkable art selection, which includes an animated light sculpture. Along with nearly 30 floors of chic guest rooms, Row NYC has an Internet lounge and a restaurant that transforms from an express cafe during the day to a pizza bar and cocktail lounge at night.
From the outside, the Park Central Hotel entrance has the timeless character that sits seamlessly on a busy New York City street; inside, the lobby is inviting and rooms are sleek and modern. Two on-site culinary options cater to those coming or going: Sit down for a signature meal at Chef Nathaniel Eckhaus’ Park Kitchen restaurant or pick up light fare on your way out the door from Central Market. Centrally set in Midtown just below Central Park, this boutique hotel is within walking distance of Broadway, Times Square, several metro stations and Carnegie Hall.
It’s impossible to talk about the Lexington without mentioning the $46 million renovation completed in 2013. The result is a jazz-inspired, artistic and vibrant hotel on the Upper East Side where guests enjoy stunning surroundings, lush amenities and highly attentive service. Eclectic artwork reaches from the hotel’s entrance, through the lobby and into the 725 custom rooms and luxury suites. Part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection of independent, highly personalized hotels, the Lexington includes a fitness center, business center and two in-house restaurants offering the choice of Chinese cuisine or a more traditional New York diner experience.
