Fodor's Expert Review Grand Hyatt New York
109 E. 42nd St., New York, New York, 10017, USA
Conveniently located near Grand Central, this large, historic hotel (originally built as the Commodore in 1919) is now a sleek and modern central hub with a fresh-looking lobby that has low-slung leather furniture and two towering Jaume Plensa sculptures. Rooms are a minimum of 250 square feet, with pops of color on the walls, tons of electrical outlets, and an efficient settee-table setup that's ideal for an in-room drink or a few hours of work. The convenient 24-hour Market on the ground floor has coffee, snacks, hot meals, liquor, and fresh fruit. New York Central restaurant has a slick design and a market-driven, seasonal menu. A bar overlooking 42nd Street attracts a large after-work crowd for beer and sports on a row of flat-screen TVs.
PROS
- comfy beds
- light-filled gym on a high floor
- large, well-planned rooms
CONS
- no in-room minibar
- impersonal and lacking in character
- located in a high-traffic area
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Rate Includes: No Meals