Oct
14
Five Small Hotels in New York City
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If your looking for a large soulless hotel room in New York City stop reading….
These five hotels are smaller more intimate hotels that offer a bit of an escape from the big city.
Blue Moon Hotel- A cozy hotel that has been recently restored to provide a luxurious yet “throw back” atmosphere of what historic New York once was in the good old days of Groucho Marx, and Frank Sinatra. The hotels exterior, woodwork and historical artifacts, along with it’s “famous” guest rooms and suites add a lot of character to this restored tenement.
Hotel 373 – Found in vibrant Midtown Manhattan, Hotel 373 Fifth Avenue is a great starting point from which to experience a wide range of things to do in New York City. Great restaurants as well as world-class shopping along 5th Avenue are just steps away. The hotels cool and modern ambiance, coupled with current amenities, attempts to exceed the expectations of sophisticated travelers who appreciate the warmth and character of a boutique hotel.
Hotel Le Blue – Hey am I in Miami Beach or New York City? It is actually in Brooklyn at 370 4th Ave. The 48 room hotel is considered Brooklyn’s only boutique hotel. Spacious rooms with cool colors and stark furnishings give it that South Beach kinda feeling. Inside that is, the neighborhood isn’t that posh, but it’s situated near Prospect Park, M, R, F, 9th Street & 4th Ave subway lines.
Duane Street Hotel- The Duane Street Hotel offers modern luxury in classic Manhattan style. Under this roof at 1330 Duane St Manhattan is a six-seat bar, a 40-seat restaurant, and of course a 45-room hotel. Yes it sounds small and it is small, or maybe compact is a better word. Rooms have 11-foot ceilings, hardwood floors and loft windows. It is found in the heart of Tribeca at Duane and Church streets.
6 Columbus – Across the street from the Time Warner Center close to Columbus Circle, 88 rooms make this another small hotel. A blast from the past, 1960’s to be exact, starts at the front desk. The Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar and Grill offers 24-hour room service and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Offering a bit more cool than comfort, especially for the price, what was once a troubled 1920’s lodging has been transformed into a upscale hotel with twice daily housekeeping service and fine bed linens.
Jul
1
Nu Hotel Opens in Brooklyn
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Nu Hotel calls itself the first boutique hotel in Brooklyn New York. The newly constructed 39 room hotel is on Smith Street and Atlantic Avenue. With Brooklyn becoming a destination unto itself, it makes sense that a stylish accommodation should spring up. Guests will find vibrant neighborhoods surrounding the hotel with French bistros, shops, elegant brownstones, chic restaurants, gardens and antiques.
The property offers three room types; the Nu Standard, the Nu Friends Suite, and the Nu Urban Suite. They are styled in a clean, natural palate of materials and hues that creates a stylish setting reminiscent of an urban artist’s loft. Nu Friends Suites have bunk beds and modular furniture that provides great options for families and echos the casual atmosphere that Nu Hotel aims to provide. Nu Urban Suites offer a cozy bed niche with leather accents, a sitting area and custom hammocks, yes hammocks.
Located adjacent to the lobby is the hotels cafe/lounge the Nu Bar — where cafe beverages, cocktails, and light fare are served.
The Nu Hotel also offers bike storage and bicycles, a Gym with cardio equipment and free weights, a business center, and concierge.
Visit their website: www.nuhotelbrooklyn.com
Jun
22
Traveling By The Book
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The Best Things to Do in New York City: 1001 Ideas
From The Publisher: “What are 1001 things you should treat yourself and your guests to in New York City? Be serenaded by Cole Porter’s piano at the Waldorf, or hear Woody Allen play clarinet at the Carlyle. Drink champagne on the roof of the Metropolitan Museum, or discover the abandoned subway station at City Hall. Eat at America’s very first pizzeria, or enjoy the most expensive cocktail in the country at the World Bar. Ride the Staten Island Ferry, or ride a bike through Central Park. Go surfing out at Rockaway Beach, or relax in a Russian bath in the East Village . . . . Organized by theme—including Eating and Drinking, 24-hour New York, Shopping and Spending, Arts and Culture, Views and Sites, the Great Outdoors, and Classic New York—and packed with detailed, helpful indexes organized by neighborhood and by category, this is simply the most fun and comprehensive guidebook to New York City ever. New York Unlimited crosses genres and boroughs to explore every aspect of the most diverse and exciting city in the world. Written from experience by two people who love the city, and featuring priceless tips from expert contributors—from authors on their favorite bookstores to architects on the city’s best buildings—New York Unlimited is much more than just a guide.”
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Jun
12
New York Cities Best Buildings
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The Center For Architecture in NYC has put out a list of the cities best and most overlooked buildings / architectural structures.
Yes, I know, it doesn’t include the Empire State Building, but you already knew about that one didn’t you. These are some structures you might not suspect….
- Hearst Tower – 951-969 8th Ave
- Chrysler Building – 405 Lexington Ave
- Grand Central Terminal – 42nd St and Park Avenue
- Conde Nast Building – 4 Times Square
- Prada New York – 575 Broadway
- Rose Center For Earth And Space – Am Museum of Natural History, Central Park West @ 79th ST
- Brooklyn Museum – 200 Eastern Parkway Brooklyn
- Apple Store Soho – 103 Prince St
- Morgan Library Expansion – 33 E 36th St @ Fifth Avenue
