On any given New Year's Eve it seems that all eyes are on the city of New York City. For over 100 years the ball has dropped in Times Square signifying the start of a new year. Thousands of people throng to the city to be part of the world's biggest party. If you plan to ring in the New Year in the city that never sleeps, there are several hotel choices that will put you right in the middle of the action.
The Casablanca is a charming boutique hotel that is just steps away from Times Square, and is the closest hotel to the ball drop. Visitors can enjoy a luxurious start to the new year with amenities like a lavish European breakfast, cookies with espresso throughout the day, and wine and cheese in the evening. The 48 rooms or mini-suites are decorated in a Moroccan theme and include original artwork and murals, ceiling fans and archways. Accommodations include high-speed Internet, robes, luxurious bathroom amenities, premium cable TV and a library of books, movies and music. Hotel amenities include free passes to New York Sports Club, concierge and room service, laundry service and 24 computer stations complete with printers. Rates start at $379 a night as of September 2010.
The Casablanca
147 West 43rd St.
New York, NY 10036
212-869-1212
casablancahotel.com
The Marriott Marquis is centrally located in Manhattan near NBC Studios and Central Park. The ball drop can be seen from some if the 1,949 rooms and the hotel hosts a party that allows guest to see the ball drop from the windows. Accommodations include alarm clock, coffeemaker, iron and board, premium cable TV, pay-per-view movies and radio. Property amenities include a fitness center, business services and concierge. Pets are allowed with a $250 sanitation; room rates start at $299 a night as of September 2010.
Marriott Marquis
1535 Broadway
New York, NY 10036
212-398-1900
marriott.com
The W Hotel in Times Square features suites and corner rooms that overlook the New Year's Eve festivities. It's a modern hotel that offers high-end amenities such as goose down pillows, a stocked mini-bar, pillow top mattresses and plasma-screen TV. W Hotel offers free Internet, fitness center, a daily newspaper, and The Living Room for games and live entertainment. Rates start at $459 a night as of September 2010.
W Hotel
1567 Broadway
New York, New York 10036
212-930-7400
starwoodhotels.com
