Location : This iconic Fifth Avenue hotel overlooks the emerald expanse of Central Park in Midtown Manhattan. It is situated within walking distance of many of the city's attractions, such as the Natural History Museum and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. This location also puts the hotel in the midst of the best shopping in the city. It is 200 m to Barney's, 350 m to Central Park, 650 m to the Museum of Modern Art and 700 m to Carnegie Hall. Times Square is 1.5 km away, the Empire State Building is just over 2 km and it is 10 km to the Statue of Liberty on Staten Island.

Facilities : The hotel has 189 rooms and 49 suites, which are located on 39 storeys and are reachable by lift. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour reception desk are happy to answer any questions. Amenities include a baggage storage service, safe, currency exchange service and cash machine. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. A number of shops, including a souvenir shop, are great for shopping or just browsing. Additional facilities include a newspaper stand. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park (for a fee). Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a childcare service, a car hire service, medical assistance, a transfer service, translation services, room service (for a fee), a laundry service, a hairdresser, a coin-operated laundry and a hotel shuttle bus. A bicycle hire service provides all the necessary equipment for exploring the surrounding area. Complimentary newspapers are available. The business centre is on hand for guests' business requirements and provides a fax machine.

Rooms : Rooms are equipped with air conditioning and individually adjustable heating. All rooms are carpeted and include a king-size bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Guests will also find a mini fridge included among the standard features. 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 and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. A turndown service offers guests additional comfort. Amenities provided in the rooms include slippers and a daily paper. A hairdryer and bathrobes are provided in the bathrooms, which include a shower and a bathtub. Wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms are also available. The hotel has family rooms, non-smoking rooms and 1 smoking room.

Sports/Entertainment : The outdoor pool complex provides invigorating refreshment. There are many ways to relax or stay active at the hotel, including a gym, callisthenics, aerobics, a spa, a beauty salon and massage treatments. Leisure facilities include an entertainment programme, a kids' club and live music.

Meals : Dining facilities include a restaurant, a dining room, a café and a bar. In addition to breakfast, the hotel also offers lunch and dinner à la carte. 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 and MasterCard.