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.The hotel was built in 1905. Guests can enjoy a pleasant stay in one of the 239 rooms. At the accommodation, travellers are welcomed at the reception area with 24-hour reception and a 24-hour check-in/check-out service. Most of the storeys can be reached by lift. Amenities include a cloakroom, a safe and a currency exchange service. Wireless internet access in public areas allows guests to stay connected. Among the culinary options available at the establishment are a restaurant, a dining area and a bar. Shopping facilities are also available. Travellers arriving by car can leave their vehicles in the garage (for a fee) or in the car park. Additional services include room service, a laundry service and a hairdresser. To assist guests with their business- and communication requirements, the business centre offers a fax machine. 5 conference rooms are available for lectures, presentations or meetings.Each of the rooms is appointed with air conditioning, central heating, a living room, a kitchen and a bathroom. Most rooms also feature a terrace for relaxation. The carpeted rooms have a double bed and a sofa bed. Separate bedrooms are optionally bookable. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a fridge, a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. Little extras, including internet access, a telephone, a TV, a radio, a stereo system, a CD player, a DVD player and WiFi, contribute to a great stay. Slippers and the daily newspaper provide additional comfort in the rooms. Some of the rooms are adapted for wheelchair users. The bathrooms are fitted with a shower and a bathtub. A hairdryer, a vanity mirror and bathrobes are provided for everyday use. Bathrooms with wheelchair access can also be booked. The hotel offers family rooms, non-smoking rooms and smoking rooms.Bed and breakfast is bookable. Guests can choose to book options such as breakfast, lunch or dinner. Staff are also happy to provide special dietary cuisine. In addition, special catering options and snacks are available.The following credit cards are accepted at the accommodation: American Express, VISA, Diners Club, JCB and MasterCard.