The Peninsula
The paparazzi was waiting outside as I lugged my overnight bag into the hotel lobby and for a moment they contemplated an explosion of flashbulbs. It didn’t take them long, however, to realize I was no celeb — just a fortunate soul spending a night at the marvelous Peninsula Hotel. Housed in a beauty of a landmark, Beaux Arts building, the Peninsula is the perfect combination of old-world charm and modern, state-of-the-art technology.

Rooms are huge with plenty of closet and storage space, but best of all is the bedside control panel that allows you to regulate lighting, television, stereo, air-conditioning, and signal the DO NOT DISTURB sign on your door. Even though you really don’t have to leave the comfort of your bed, eventually you will need to go to the bathroom and when you do, you’ll not be disappointed. The huge marble bathrooms all have spacious soaking tubs with yet another control panel at your fingertips including the controls for, in most rooms, a television so you can watch while taking your bubble bath (now that’s happy excess). The Peninsula also features one of the best and biggest New York hotel health clubs and spas, the rooftop Pen-Top Bar, and a faultless concierge desk.

The Peninsula New York
700 Fifth Avenue at 55th Street
New York, NY 10019
Tel: (212) 956 2888 Fax: (212) 903 3949

The Quinn Hotel
The Quin, New York City’s newest Luxury Lifestyle Hotel, is located on the corner of 57th Street and 6th Avenue and features 208 guest rooms of which 28 are suites. Privileged with a rich artistic heritage and an unrivaled address, the Quin invites you to an oasis of luxury at the intersection of urbane intelligence and uncommon cultivation.

The Quin Hotel
101 West 57th Street at Sixth Avenue
New York , NY 10019
(877) 924-3725

Westhouse Hotel New York
WestHouse New York derives inspiration from a bygone era of social, artistic, and cultural spirit. The boldness of Art Deco. The passion for interior design and couture, representing a striking sense of modernity. The indulgence of all that is fine, sophisticated and luxurious. WestHouse is designed by the highly acclaimed and award-winning firm of Jeffrey Beers International, known worldwide for boldly pushing the boundaries of architectural design. What has been created is an inviting atmosphere mirrored on an elegant residence – a hotel for the sophisticated traveler who expects the highest level of services and amenities. Throughout the lobby entrance, marvel at the wall-to-wall eucalyptus wood with polished nickel inlays, large crystal chandeliers, custom antique keys displayed behind the reception desk, and the ornate metal handrails.

Westhouse Hotel New York
201 West 55th Street
New York , NY 10019 ‎
(877) 990-0308

The NoMad Hotel
The NoMad Hotel is a turn of the century Beaux-Arts building that has been masterfully restored to its original grandeur with interiors by world renowned French designer Jacques Garcia. It provides a fresh modern take on the classic grand hotels of Europe with a distinct New York sensibility. The design of the 168 guest rooms and suites was inspired by the Parisian flat of Garcia’s youth. The rooms are residential in feel, and decorated in his classic, timeless style. Each room is appointed with hand-selected, richly textured custom designed furnishings and artwork. The soaring public spaces throughout the hotel provide a gathering place to enjoy dining, drinking and socializing.

The NoMad Hotel
1170 Broadway
New York , NY 10001
(212) 796-1500

Ritz-Carlton New York, Battery Park
Perfect on almost every level. This modern, Art Deco-influenced high-rise is located on the extreme southern tip of Manhattan. You can get rooms with magnificent views of New York Harbor from your bedroom, complete with telescope for close-ups of Lady Liberty. Where else can you have a cocktail in your hotel bar and watch the sun set over the harbor? And where else can you go for a morning jog around the Manhattan waterfront? You’ll find the full slate of comforts and services typical of Ritz-Carlton, from Frette-dressed feather beds to the chain’s signature Bath Butler, who will draw a scented bath for you in your own deep soaking tub. Standard rooms are all very large and have huge bathrooms, while suites are bigger than most New York apartments. If you don’t mind the location and the commute to Midtown and beyond, you won’t find a more luxurious choice than this.

Ritz-Carlton New York, Battery Park
Two West Street New York
New York 10004
Phone: (212) 344-0800 Fax: (212) 344-3801

Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park
There’s a lot to like about this hotel. From its enviable location overlooking Central Park to the impeccable and personable service; but what I like best is that this undoubtedly luxury hotel manages to maintain a homey elegance, and does not intimidate you with an overabundance of style. Rooms are spacious and decorated in traditional, English-countryside style. Suites are larger than most New York City apartments. Rooms facing Central Park come with telescopes, and all have flat screen TVs with DVD players; the hotel even has a library of Academy Award-winning films available. The marble bathrooms are also oversize and feature a choice of bathrobes, terry or linen, and extravagant Frederic Fekkai bath amenities.

Barneys
660 Madison Avenue
New York NY 10021-8448
Phone: 212.826.8900 Fax: 212.833.2293