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.

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Rooms

Guestrooms at the W Hotel New York, renovated August 2008, are designed in earth tones with leaf motifs and hand-painted fabrics. 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 high-speed Internet access (surcharge). Guests can rent CDs and DVDs from an extensive library.

Room Amenities

• Internet access - high speed
• Cable/satellite TV
• Pay movies
• Video-game console
• DVD player
• CD player
• Premium bedding
• Hypo-allergenic bedding available
• Deck
• Climate control
• Air conditioning
• Blackout drapes/curtains
• Internet access - surcharge
• Multi-line phone
• Internet access - dial-up
• Voice mail
• Refrigerator
• Minibar

• Wake-up calls
• Housekeeping
• Turndown service
• Designer toiletries
• Bathrobes
• Complimentary toiletries
• Hair dryer
• Makeup mirror
• Massage - available in room
• Extra towels/bedding in room
• Electronic check-out
• Electronic/magnetic keys
• Iron/ironing board
• In-room safe
• Clock radio
• Rollaway beds
• Cribs (infant beds) available
• Smoking rooms

Recreation

W New York's complimentary SWEAT fitness center provides elliptical trainers, stair machines, and treadmills.

One mile away, Central Park provides 843 acres of landscaped gardens, lakes, winding paths, fields, and recreational facilities. There are paths for running, biking, and in-line skating, as well as 30 tennis courts, six miles of horseback-riding trails, and a seasonal lap pool. The Loeb Boathouse, on a 20-acre lake, offers rowboat and bicycle rentals.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.

• Golfing nearby
• Ice skating nearby
• Swimming nearby
• Rowing or canoeing nearby
• Tennis nearby

• Running track/path nearby
• Bicycle rentals nearby
• Hiking/biking trails nearby
• Horse riding/rental nearby
• Playground nearby

Property Amenities

Centrally located in Midtown Manhattan, the stylish W New York is a magnet for fashionable locals and visitors. Food and drink options include a restaurant specializing in healthful cuisine with natural ingredients; Rande Gerber's popular Whiskey Blue bar, which stays open until the wee hours; and 24-hour room service.

The two-story Bliss Spa (surcharge) features manicure-pedicure stations with personal headsets, flat-screen TVs, and DVD players. Locker-room treats include wine, beer, cheese, and brownies (surcharges).

W New York’s Whatever/Whenever service (surcharge) is available to fulfill guests' needs and wishes--from a bathtub full of hot chocolate to helicopter pick-up of a wedding dress. Dogs at this pet-friendly hotel receive the W dog treatment, which includes a turndown treat on the dog bed and a check-in package containing a pet toy, treat, and bone.

• 24-hour front desk
• Air-conditioned public areas
• Number of rooms: 689
• Number of floors: 18
• ATM/banking
• Audio-visual equipment
• Ballroom(s)
• Banquet facilities
• Bar/lounge
• Breakfast available (surcharge)
• Business center
• Business services
• Complimentary newspapers in lobby
• Concierge desk
• Conference room(s)
• Currency exchange
• Doorman/doorwoman
• Dry cleaning service
• Event catering
• Express check- in
• Express check-out
• Fitness equipment
• Full-service health spa
• Gift shops or newsstand

• Hair salon
• Internet access in public areas - high speed
• Internet access in public areas - surcharge
• Internet access - wireless
• Laundry facilities
• Limo or Town Car service available
• Massage - treatment room(s)
• Meeting rooms (small groups)
• Multilingual staff
• Parking (secure)
• Parking (surcharge)
• Parking (valet)
• Parking garage
• Porter/bellhop
• Restaurant(s) in hotel
• Room service (24 hours)
• Safe-deposit box - front desk
• Sauna
• Security guard
• Shoe shine
• Steam room
• Tour assistance
• Video library
• Wedding services

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
There are no room charges for children 10 and younger when staying in the same room as their parents or guardians.
Rollaway beds and cribs (infant beds) may be available and should be requested at the time of booking; fees may apply.
Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests made via this Web site cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

• Pets accepted
• Pet fee charged at hotel/condo

• Check-in time is 3 PM
• Check-out time is Noon

Know Before You Go

Starwood Preferred Guest points or related frequent traveler miles are not honored on guestrooms sold via this Web site.

Cats and dogs under 40 lbs. are permitted (surcharges).

Fees

The following fees and deposits are charged by the W New York at either check-in or check-out.

• Valet parking: $40 per 6-hour period in nearby garage without in/out priveleges; $60 per 24-hour period in nearby garage without in/out priveleges.($10 per day surcharge for SUVs and oversized vehicles.)

• Nonrefundable pet deposit: $100 per pet, per stay
• Pet fee: $25 per pet, per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Dining

Heartbeat - Serene setting with a waterfall. Menu featuring natural, organic ingredients. Health-conscious comfort food such as pepper-rubbed New York strip steak with buttermilk mashed potatoes or salmon burger with marinated vegetable salad. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner served Monday–Friday; brunch only on Saturday and Sunday.

Whiskey Blue - Founded by hotel and restaurant entrepreneur Rande Gerber. Candlelit lounge with supple leather sofas and sophisticated cocktails. Open from late afternoon until late night.

Oasis Bar - Zinc-topped bar adjoining the lobby living room. Open from late afternoon until late night.

Address

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541 Lexington Ave

New York, NY 10022

USA

Nearest major airport:

New York, NY (LGA-LaGuardia)

Area:

Midtown, New York, United States of America