Good Hotels in Midtown (New York City)

Jumeirah Essex House

Built in 1931, this luxury hotel is perfectly situated right across from Central Park, and close to Carnegie Hall and Fifth Avenue shopping. It is characterized by an ornate art-deco style and a variety of elegantly-furnished rooms with amenities designed to suit the needs of every guest. There are two restaurants - The Lobby Lounge and The Restaurant at Jumeirah Essex House, respectively. For those who need relaxation after the bustle of the Big Apple, The Lobby Lounge holds "Traditional Afternoon Tea". This hotel also has an in-house spa for further refreshment.

Four Seasons Hotel New York

This 368-room luxury modern hotel designed by I.M. Pei was established in 1993. No expense was spared to create a prestigious property that is right at home in this high-profile location. The exquisite rooms, marble baths, luxurious beds and other amenities are expressions of elegance. If you want a room with a nice view (at a price), ask for one in the tower. The onsite restaurant 57 has good food, and it is a great spot for people watching. Visit the Spa at Four Seasons Hotel for some relaxation.

Benjamin Hotel

This elegant all-suite hotel is an oasis in its busy Midtown neighborhood. The marble lobby welcomes you with a grand staircase and soothing colors and decor. Rooms include fluffy comforters and safes large enough for your laptop computer. Business travelers also have access to in-room faxes, printers and copiers. When you are ready to relax, have a drink in the warm and woody lounge, or enjoy dinner at the new and critically-acclaimed retro restaurant Terrance Brennans Seafood & Chop House located on-site. The hotel also has a fitness center featuring massages and yoga classes.

Beekman Tower Hotel

Built in 1928, this art deco all-suite hotel is ideal for business travelers as well as families. The hotel offers a variety of services including full kitchens in some suites, in-room irons and ironing boards, and cable TV. Some suites have terraces and wonderful river views.Take the elevator to the top floor for a sunset drink or snack at the Top of the Tower lounge and piano bar. You will be rewarded with breathtaking views of Manhattan.

Comfort Inn Manhattan

This relatively small hotel is located close to Macy's and the Empire State Building. The rooms are large, clean and simply decorated, with lots of closet space and in-room safes. Some even have small refrigerators and microwave ovens. Room service is available from 7a to 8p, a valet cleaning service is offered, and free coffee and a hair dryer are located in each room.

Hotel Metro

This art deco hotel offers friendly service and is within easy reach of the Empire State Building and Midtown Manhattan. The rooftop terrace offers great views. The hotel and rooms are attractively decorated and include marble bathrooms. There is a welcoming lobby and a good restaurant - the Metro Grill. Room amenities include hair dryers, irons and ironing boards. There is also a seasonal rooftop garden terrace, as well as a library for guests.

The Michelangelo

Imagine a bit of Italy right in the heart of Midtown Manhattan; that is the feeling you get as soon as you enter the elegant lobby at this luxury hotel. The rooms are large and feature VCRs and fax machines, copiers and printers. The marble bathrooms are deluxe, with soft robes and upscale toiletries. Needless to say, a place where comfort is a priority. A perfect blend of classic designs with contemporary chic, the decor of this place, at the same time is charming and elegant. The Michelangelo is definitely a place to lap up the luxury and enjoy your vacation in style.

Hotel Elysee

This fine little European hotel is nestled in the heart of Midtown Manhattan. The smartly designed space is done up in a late 18th Century style. Hotel Elysee is just steps from Fifth Avenue shopping, Rockefeller Center and Central Park. Rooms are not large, but they are stylishly decorated and the marble bathrooms are deluxe. Do not miss a night out dining with the beautiful people at the Monkey Bar which is within the premises of this luxurious hotel.

La Quinta Inn Manhattan

La Quinta Inn Manhattan, formerly the Best Western Manhattan, is located on a stretch known as 'Koreatown'. The neighborhood is filled with popular Korean restaurants and shops including a Korean restaurant next door that provides 24-hour room service for the hotel. But perhaps the best part about staying at the La Quinta Manhattan is that Macy's and the Empire State Building are just a few blocks away. So, once at this hotel, you will not have a minute to spare!

The Waldorf Towers

As elegant as the Waldorf-Astoria hotel, the separate tower that rises above it is arguably even more impressive. Waldorf Towers is on the 26th floor and it goes up to 42nd floor, with its own entrance, lobby, private key-lock elevator, complimentary services, refreshments and security. Since 1931, it has been home to visiting royalty, presidents and other leaders. Choose from a range of luxurious guest rooms or suites, all with separate living areas. Limousines are available at all times, but Rockefeller Center, the Broadway Theater District, Central Park, and the outstanding shopping and dining of Fifth and Madison avenues are all within comfortable walking distance.

The Lowell New York

The Lowell is a luxury hotel dedicated to making you feel at home. Located on a residential block, the suites outnumber the rooms, and each space has its own understated European style and elegance. Nearby are numerous shops, restaurants, museums and art galleries. Each room includes down comforters, a marble bathroom, robes, voice mail, an in-room fax machine and dataports. Valet parking, a spa and tearoom are also featured. Some suites boast wood-burning fireplaces, a rarity for hotels in New York City.

Blakeley Hotel

Constructed in 1929, this charming Gorham was renovated in 1992 as a boutique hotel. It is conveniently located in Midtown, Manhattan. Many of the attractions of the city are within comfortable walking distance, including numerous fine shops, restaurants, the Broadway Theatre District, Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall, the Museum of Modern Art and Carnegie Hall. All rooms feature marble bathrooms and robes, as well as whirlpool baths in the suites.