New York · United States

The Peninsula New York

700 Fifth Avenue at 55th Street

Location

The hotel enjoys an ideal location on the corner of Fifth Avenue and 55th Street. It is convenient for all major corporations, designer shops, museums and major attractions, including Central Park and the Rockefeller Centre. Guests will find the nearest metro station just about a 5-minute walk away and it is approximately 15 minutes' walk to Times Square and 20 minutes' walk to the Empire State Building. The Port Authority bus station is some 30 minutes away on foot and Penn Station is about a 15-minute drive. La Guardia Airport is located some 13 km and John F. Kennedy International Airport 24 km from the hotel.

Facilities

The hotel was built in 1905. 15 junior suites, 54 suites, 222 single rooms and 13 double rooms are located on 23 storeys and can be reached by 3 lifts. Guests are warmly welcomed by multilingual staff at the 24-hour reception desk in the lobby. Check-in/check-out service is available round the clock. Amenities include a cloakroom, baggage storage service, safe, currency exchange service and cash machine. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. There are a number of shops as well. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Additional facilities include a library. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage (for a fee) or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a childcare service, a transfer service, room service (for a fee), a laundry service, a hairdresser, a coin-operated laundry and a page service. Complimentary newspapers are available. Lectures, presentations and meetings can be held in one of the 5 conference rooms.

Rooms

Rooms feature a living area, a kitchen and a bathroom. Air conditioning and individually adjustable heating ensure comfortable temperatures. Guests can enjoy the view of the pool from a balcony or terrace. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed and a sofa bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator, a mini fridge, a microwave and a tea/coffee station. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, a stereo system, a CD player, a DVD player, an alarm clock and WiFi are provided as well. Guests can take advantage of the nightly turndown service. Amenities provided in the rooms include slippers and a daily paper. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. A hairdryer, a vanity mirror and bathrobes are available for daily use. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has family rooms, non-smoking rooms and smoking rooms.

Sports/Entertainment

The indoor and outdoor pools are ideal for exercise as well as relaxation. Comfortable sun loungers are available on the terrace. The hot tub in the pool area promises pure relaxation. Sport and leisure facilities at the hotel include a gym, yoga and aerobics. Various wellness options are available at the hotel, including a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a hammam, a beauty salon, massage treatments and a solarium. Parents can unwind while the kids can participate in an entertainment programme full of fun activities.

Meals

Various dining options are available, including a dining room and a bar. Guests can enjoy the culinary delights of the non-smoking, air-conditioned restaurant, which provides high chairs for children. Bed and breakfast is offered as a catering option. A continental breakfast gives guests many delicious reasons to rise and shine. At lunch and dinner, guests can order à la carte or choose a set menu. Special meals, including diet meals, are also available. In addition, special catering options, picnics and snacks are available.

Payment

The hotel accepts the following credit cards: American Express, VISA, Diners Club, JCB and MasterCard.

Check-in: 12:00 pm
Check-out: 02:00 pm
Year built: 1905
Rooms: 239