NEAR MIDTOWN AND ATTRACTIONS

Best Western Woodward

Located in the heart of the Theater District in a renovated beaux-arts building. Food service is from the Carnegie Deli (try the famous overstuffed pastrami or corned beef sandwiches). Complimentary access to Prescriptives Gym.. 210 W. 55th St., phone 212-247-2000 or 800-336-4110, fax 212-581-2248.

The Plaza Hotel

This city and national historic landmark is beautiful, luxurious and right in the thick of things. You have only to cross the street to be in Central Park, walk a few blocks to see Rockefeller Center and Radio City Music Hall, and stroll up 5th Avenue a mile or so to visit the Metropolitan Museum. The Oak Bar in the hotel is a comfortable (and expensive) place to have a drink. Exercise room.
5th Avenue at 59th Street, phone 212-759-3000
or 800-759-3000, fax 212-546-5324.

This city and national historic landmark is beautiful, luxurious and right in the thick of things. You have only to cross the street to be in Central Park, walk a few blocks to see Rockefeller Center and Radio City Music Hall, and stroll up 5th Avenue a mile or so to visit the Metropolitan Museum. The Oak Bar in the hotel is a comfortable (and expensive) place to have a drink. Exercise room.
5th Avenue at 59th Street, phone 212-759-3000
or 800-759-3000, fax 212-546-5324.

The Wellington Hotel

A real oddity: A reasonably priced hotel, with adequate rooms, in a great location. Don’t expect anything fancy (promised amenities are restricted to air-conditioning, private bath and cable color TV), but if you’re looking for a clean place to lay your head in the heart of Midtown, give it a try. Two restaurants on site.  55th Street and 7th Avenue,
phone 212-247-3900 or 800-652-1212, fax 212-581-1719.

Algonquin

Recently renovated, the lobby has been darkened to evoke an air of antiquity and the halls have been wallpapered with New Yorker cartoons—a reminder of the hotel’s history as a literary gathering place. Guestrooms retain an old New York feel with antique furnishings. The junior suites resemble a vintage ’30s Manhattan apartment, complete with a decanter of sherry by the sofa (complimentary). Excellent service. Fitness center. 
Discounted parking
  $25 for 24 hours. 59 W. 44th St., phone 212-840-6800, 
fax 212-944-1618.

The Essex House

Now owned by the Nikko chain of hotels, the Essex House consistently gets rave reviews. Updated during extensive renovations a few years ago but retains the 1930s exterior and art-deco elevator doors. Small spa, exercise room, two restaurants. 160 Central Park S. (between 6th and 7th Avenues), phone 212-247-0300 or 800-645-5687, fax 212-315-1839.

Le Parker Meridien

Modern French hotel with comfortable rooms, great location, a rooftop swimming pool and state-of-the-art fitness facilities. Some rooms overlook Central Park or have a nice view of the city. $$$ (parking costs $37 extra per day). 118 W. 57th St., phone 212-245-5000, fax 212-307-1776.

EAST SIDE SPOTLIGHTS

Morgans

An elite little hotel favored by artists, designers, producers and celebrities and now completely renovated. It’s within walking distance of Grand Central Terminal and shopping on 5th and Madison Avenues. The decor is muted earth tones, with fresh flowers and a VCR in every room. Nearly too-perfect staff provides good service. Continental breakfast free of charge. Very popular, happening bar (call ahead to reserve a table, 212-726-7600). 237 Madison Ave. (between 37th and 38th Streets), 
phone 212-686-0300, 
fax 212-779-8352.

Grand Hyatt New York Hotel

Towering over Park Avenue at Grand Central Terminal, this 34-story hotel complex is close to shopping, theaters and a variety of restaurants (the hotel itself has two restaurants). Full health club, pool and whirlpool. 109 E. 42nd St.,
 phone 212-883-1234 or 800-233-1234, fax 212-697-3772.

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