Hotel Plaza Athénée

Frommer's Review

This hideaway in New York's most elegant neighborhood (the stretch of Madison Ave. in the 60s) is a mirror image of that elevated social strata; it's elegant, luxurious, and oozing with sophistication. With antique furniture, hand-painted murals, and the Italian-marble floor that adorns the exquisite lobby, the Plaza Athénée has a European feel. And in that tradition, service here is as good as it gets, with personalized check-in and attentive staff at every turn. The rooms come in a variety of shapes and sizes, and are all high-ceilinged and spacious; entrance foyers give them a residential feel. They are designed in rich fabrics and warm colors that help set a tone that makes you want to lounge in your room longer than you should. The suites have so much closet space, it made this New Yorker, used to miniscule apartment closets, envious. Many of the suites have chaises, which you don't often see in New York hotels, and a few have terraces large enough to dine on. The Portuguese-marble bathrooms are outfitted with thick robes made exclusively for the hotel; put one on and you might never want to take it off. The lush, leather-floored lounge is called Bar Seine and is a welcome spot for a pre-dinner cocktail. The restaurant, Arabelle, receives high praise for its weekend brunch.

Facilities:
Restaurant; bar; fitness center; Clefs d'Or concierge; business center; 24-hr. room service; laundry service; dry cleaning

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.

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