Algonquin Hotel

The Location...

Located in New York`s midtown area, the historic Algonquin Hotel is an ideal base from which to explore the city, especially for those who enjoy sophistication and style. Bustling Times Square (4 blocks) and trendy Fifth Avenue (1 block) are only a short walk away. The Grand Central Terminal is a mere 4 blocks from the hotel, while New York`s La Guardia International (9 miles), John F. Kennedy International (17 miles) and Newark Liberty International (17 miles) airports are also close by.

Nearby Attractions...

Home to a multiethnic and multicultural population, the changing face of New York offers a unique backdrop for those who wander around its charming city streets. Close by attractions include the city`s famous Broadway theatres (2 blocks), Rockefeller Center (7 blocks) and the Empire State Building (11 blocks), while Madison Avenue, the Museum of Modern Art and Radio City Music Hall are also easily accessible from the hotel.

Inside The Hotel...

Initially opened in 1902, Algonquin Hotel still boasts all the elegant charm which made it one of the most popular venues amongst the "who`s who" of New York. Apart from the hotel`s Round Table Room restaurant which was once the famous meeting place of Dorothy Parker, other in house dining options include the Blue Bar with its light snacks and cocktails and the much celebrated Oak Room which provides guests with a unique opportunity to dine in style while taking in some of the city`s best cabaret performances. Guests looking to enjoy a quiet evening with friends and family can also head to the hotel`s plush lobby.

For its corporate clientele the hotel provides access to over 4,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space including 5 meeting rooms which can accommodate a reception for up to 175 people. Apart from a 24 hour fitness center, other amenities one will find here include wireless internet access, business services, a catering service, laptop and Ipod rentals and room service.

Inside The Rooms...

Spread out across 12 floors, the hotel`s 174 rooms (including 24 suites) are elegantly designed and provide guests with quiet solace from the hustle and bustle of Manhattan`s busy city streets. These private living spaces come with color television (with HBO), pay-per-view movies, Wi-Fi wireless internet access, data port, dual line speaker phone with conference call capability, voice mail, electronic in room safe, iron/ironing board, hair dryer and clock radio. The hotel`s spacious one to three bedroom suites are additionally equipped with a compact disc player, VCR, private library and a fully stocked refrigerator.