Citysearch Editorial Profile -- By Gayot.com

The pinnacle of service and style.

The Scene
The New York member of this top-of-the-line hotel group is superbly located in a turn-of-the-century landmark Beaux Arts building on 5th Avenue, at the center of the city's most prestigious cultural, shopping and business area. Exquisite trompe l'oeil graces the lobby. The Pen-Top Bar's spectacular views form one of the city's best backdrops for after-work cocktails during the spring and summer. Black leather banquettes, bay windows and antiqued velvet walls set the tone in restaurant Fives, which serves contemporary grub.

The Details
As in many of the old New York hotels, the 242 rooms are fairly compact. You can enjoy silent in-room fax and a system that allows guests to use their personal cell phones as an extension of the room phones. The luxurious Belle epoque-style furnishings include writing desks. A few rooms overlook St. Patrick's Cathedral. The tri-level, glass-enclosed health club offers an indoor swimming pool, sundeck, spa services and yoga classes.

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The Extras
Read the review of the hotel's bar.