Built in 1920, this luxury hotel was completely renovated in 2005 and comprises a total of 1,311 rooms spread over 34 floors of which 51 are suites. Facilities on offer include an elegant foyer with a 24-hour reception desk, concierge and theater/tour desk, a currency exchange desk, optional self check-in kiosks, 10 elevator lifts and full service business center. Culinary highlights include a choice of two restaurants as well as a coffee bar and 24-hour room service. Business guests may like to make use of the well-equipped conference rooms with 55,000 square feet of renovated meeting space with on-site meeting concierge. Laundry services round up the exclusive services on offer. Those arriving by car may make use of the car park (for an additional fee).

This luxurious hotel is conveniently located at the heart of Manhattan on 42nd Street, only a stone's throw from the UN building and the closest link to the public transport network. Various shopping facilities, restaurants and bars can all be found in the immediate vicinity. The closest nightclub is around 1 km away. Grand Central Station and the Chrysler Building are both located nearby.

Breakfast is offered every morning. Lunch and dinner may be selected from the set menu.