W New York
Hotel Information: When it opened in 1998, W New York set a new standard for style. Decor features natural materials, organic shapes, plants, and artwork inspired by the elements of earth, wind, fire, and water. This city oasis attracts guests from the worlds of fashion, art, music, and entertainment, as well as visitors who wish to hobnob with the exclusive clientele.
Amenity highlights: Banquettes, sofas, and a high-quality sound system make the candlelit Whiskey Blue bar a trendy destination for young New Yorkers and hotel guests. Heartbeat restaurant focuses on seasonal organic fruits and vegetables and natural ingredients. The hotel is also home to New York’s Bliss Spa (surcharge), with aromatic steam rooms, personal steam showers, saunas, and private treatment rooms for massage and skin-care services.
Guestrooms at the W New York hotel, renovated August 2008, feature custom-designed headboards with backlit abstract art. Featherbeds include pillowtop mattresses, 350-thread-count linens, and goose-down comforters and pillows. Bathrooms are equipped with showers only or shower/tub combinations, makeup mirrors, terry/piqué spa robes, and Bliss bath products.
Other amenities include CD and DVD players, minibars, multi-line cordless phones, and wireless Internet access (surcharge). Guests can rent CDs and DVDs from an extensive library.
