I had a meeting in New York recently. Usually I like to add a few days before or after something like this so I can “research” the destination while I’m there BUT because this meeting fell in between two longer trips I wasn’t able to do that this time. Two nights in New York was all I was going to get this time.
However, being the hotel geek that I am, I did manage to check out two hotels while I was there. (One each night) Hotel number one – The Gramercy Park Hotel on Lexington between 22nd and 21st Streets.
I loved this hotel. Want proof? To the right is a screenshot of a post to my facebook wall right after I checked in.
Here’s what I loved about the hotel:
- Location. On a quiet, tree-lined street, right next to Gramarcy Park. I didn’t have time to visit the park but did use the fitness center which has a lovely view. Great people watching from the treadmill.
- It’s fun! And funky and just a really cool place. It feels a little Medieval castle, mixed with some creepy Twilight Zone 40’s haunted hotel and a dash of Tim Burton. I loved it. (I’m sure there are more appropriate, technical design terms that could be used to describe this hotel. I don’t know them, though, so you’re stuck with my non-designer terms.)
Here’s what you should know:
- It’s in a quieter, more residential neighborhood. If you want to be in the middle of all the action 24/7 this might not be the place for you. If you’d like a quiet place to get a break from the madness, this is perfect.
- It’s a little dark and quirky so definitely not for you if you need light, airy or traditional.
Call us to book your stay at Gramercy Park Hotel and receive:
- Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
- Early check-in / late check-out, subject to availability
- Daily Continental breakfast for two daily at Gramercy Terrace, the hotel’s indoor and outdoor roof terrace on the 18th floor overlooking Gramercy Park or through room service (Value up to $60)
- $100 food and beverage credit, one per stay per room
- Welcome amenity