Originally built in 1928, this building was purchased in 1997 and 3 years were spent renovating it into a 200-room high-end boutique property. This elegant but unpretentious hotel is truly one of a kind, even for New York. From the wonderful private park within the walls of the hotel to the unique restaurant and bar, all of the public areas of the family-friendly hotel create a stunning yet serene atmosphere. Guests are welcomed in a lobby with 24-hour reception and check-out service. Additional facilities at this air-conditioned city hotel include a hotel safe, lift access, a newspaper stand and conference facilities. Room service and a laundry service are also provided, and Internet access is available for a fee. The parking fee is per car/per night (with no in/out privileges).

Located on 46th Street, the hotel is surrounded by all New York has to offer. The centre of New York, Times Square, is just a short walk away and there are many shops, restaurants and entertainment venues surrounding the hotel. Nearby attractions include Central Park Zoo (around 20 minutes' walk), Rockefeller Center (around 7 minutes' walk), Empire State Building (around 18 minutes' walk) and the American Museum of Natural History (around 35 minutes' walk away). The nearest airports are La Guardia (around 15 km), Newark Liberty International (around 27 km) and John F Kennedy International (around 29 km away).

The hotel has an excellent restaurant and bar on site. The restaurant is open for breakfast, and offers lunch and dinner à la carte or from a set menu. A late night menu is also available.