This legendary city hotel is a New York landmark with a long tradition and was established in 1907. It enjoys a superb location, overlooking Central Park and on the corner of 5th Avenue and comprises grand, traditionally furnished rooms including 806 moderate rooms (previously known as standard), with one queen-size bed. The opulent public rooms include the famous Oak Bar and the Palm Court and Restaurant and the leisure options available include a beautiful health spa which is complimentary to guests. Further facilities on offer to guests at this air-conditioned establishment include a lobby area with a 24-hour reception and check-out service, a hotel safe, a currency exchange facility, a cloakroom and lift access. There is a newspaper stand, a hairdressing salon, a bar and a restaurant and business travellers will appreciate the conference facilities and Internet access. Guests can also take advantage of the room and laundry services and there is a car park and covered garage parking available for those arriving by car (charges apply per day, no in/out privileges).

This hotel is located on the corner of 5th Avenue, just steps from the nearest links to the public transport network, and is surrounded by restaurants, bars and shops, just 1 km from the closest nightspots.

Guests are served breakfast and the midday and evening meals may be enjoyed in set menu form.