AAA Diamond Inspector Notes

Rich with a worldly sophistication and a polished, refined character, this exceptional hotel stands out for its discreet service, landmark location and completely stunning 1920s-era design details. Room furnishings and interior décor can widely vary at this apartment-hotel, but its overarching quality includes many of the 1927-construction’s original details. The lobby's Italianate ceiling murals are a beauty to behold. The ultra top-end private residences within the landmark high-rise outnumber hotel guest rooms by a ratio of about 2 to 1, and this adds further exclusivity to the sumptuous world-class hotel surroundings. Featuring white-glove service, manned elevators and a deep discount for hotel guests at the fashionable in-house Cipriani restaurant, this classic property is truly one of a kind. The lack of a swimming pool and meeting rooms will likely be overlooked by a traveler who relishes a classically vintage New York experience. Frank Sinatra and his hard-partying Rat Pack were famous regulars. Central Park is across the street. Smoke free premises. 44 units, some two bedrooms, three bedrooms and kitchens. 2-23 stories, interior corridors. Accessibility (Call).