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Hotel Review
HGU, New York, USA
This stylish 10-floor hotel housed in a Beaux Arts building dating back to 1905 has a great central location just a couple of blocks from the Empire State Building. It blends the character of an historic building with all the mod cons and design elements a modern traveller would expect. It has an impressive art collection on display, and snazzy, if not huge, guest rooms, plus a seasonal roof bar, buzzing cocktail bar and rated restaurant. There's no pool, gym or spa, but prices reflect that.
THE DETAILS
Location
A pleasantly tranquil location considering the buzzing neighbourhood, offering the best of both worlds.
Located in the NoMad district of Manhattan, you're a short walk away from the Empire State Building and Madison Square Park.
By plane: flights from London, Manchester or Edinburgh to New York take 7 hours. It's a 30-minute drive from JFK airport. Parking costs $60 per day. skyscanner.net
Style & Character
A younger crowd populate this rejuvenated hotel more than the historic exterior may suggest. We loved the characterful mix of period features like pillars and ornate ceiling moldings with ultra-contemporary art and modern design touches.
Service & Facilities
The rooftop bar serves great cocktails with city views.
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Terrace
- Free Wi-Fi
Rooms
The rooms are pretty similar in design apart from size but those without views of a brick wall are the best. Design touches include brass anglepoise lamps, swivel armchairs and floor-to-ceiling white subway tiles in bathrooms.
Queen, Queen Deluxe, King, King Deluxe, King Suite
Facilities include: ensuite bathroom with toiletries, bathrobes, hairdryer, pillow menu, TV, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi
Food & Drink
A buzzing atmosphere fills the lounge bar. The breakfast spread is good, with fresh pastries and melt-in-your-mouth croissants.
American Bistro: bistro restaurant, bar and lounge. Dishes include pizza, beef short rib and NY strip steak. Open for breakfast, dinner and drinks.
Rooftop Bar: terrace bar, comfy seats. Open seasonally and weather permitting.