Peninsula New York
COST: $$$$$
Of the same vintage as the neighboring St. Regis (both hotels were built between 1904 and 1905), the Peninsula has retained its decorative Beaux-Arts façade—but inside, old-world grandeur meets streamlined modernity. A crystal chandelier dangles in the lobby, illuminating dark-cherry and Carpathian-elm burl woodwork with Art Nouveau carvings; Oriental carpets are spread over white marble floors. The 239 rooms feature sleek chaises, Roman shades, lacquered armoires, mahogany headboards, and goose-feather duvets—as well as high-tech touches like bathroom flat-screen TV's (might as well keep up with the financial news while you're soaking in the tub). Afternoon tea service in the Gotham Lounge is a characteristically civilized affair, while the rooftop bar, formerly known as the Pen-Top, is one of the city's hottest spots for a drink.
Tip: The spa will be closed until Fall 2008, when it will be rebord as The Peninsula Spa by ESPA.
Room to Book: The spacious Deluxe Luxe suites, which overlook the bustle of Fifth Avenue.
As Featured In...
From Travel + Leisure, Dec 2005
“And the Peninsula—which already has a $10,000-a-night, two-bedroom pad with a grand piano and a dining room for 10—looks to be raising the stakes of the New York suite wars. Rumor has it that the hotel is planning a lavish, multi-tiered palace in the sky....” MORE>>
From Travel + Leisure, Jan 2004
“'I lost my cello a few years ago in Manhattan. I was dropping someone off at Carnegie Hall and was running late; I left the cello in the trunk of a cab. It was a hugely traumatic experience. My wife and I were staying at the Peninsula New York, and a staff member told her, 'Don't worry, ma'am, we'll have it back in five hours.' And they did, almost to the minute. Thankfully, I'd taken the taxi receipt. Always take...” MORE>>
From the T+L 500
1905 Beaux Arts building near Central Park.
- Stats:
- 239 rooms; 1 restaurant; 3 bars.
- Competitive Edge:
- Haute spaces: a glamorous old-school entrance, a calming spa, and an ultra-chic rooftop bar.
- Rooms to Book:
- Ask for larger Grand Luxes that overlook Fifth Avenue.
- Don't Miss:
- A glass of champagne at the Pen-Top Bar & Terrace, emerging from renovation this spring.
lastArticle = 12/2005 and lastAward = 01/2008
