Warwick New York Hotel, Photo taken by Joyce Davis
is located on Midtown corner between 54th Street and 6th Avenue, this William Randolph Hearst historic monument was built in the 1920s.
The hotel's 426 rooms have been refurbished with modern amenities and elegant furnishings, and a beautiful feature is a small fitness centre. Rates are the same as other luxury hotels in the area.
Warwick New York Hotel, Photo taken by Joyce Davis
Tourists will feel comfortable at the time of arriving at the hotel's classic black entrance, framed by arched windows on both sides. A uniformed porter will assist with luggage and will direct guests to a swing door leading to the small but elegant lobby. To the left of the main corridor is Randolph, named after William Randolph Hearst, who commissioned the five million dollar building.
Warwick New York Hotel, Photo taken by Joyce Davis
Today, the atmosphere of Randolph club still attracts a big crowd of people from Midtown. Regular tourists might find the prices of drinks a little too expensive. To the right of the entrance, there is a lesser-known restaurant called Murals 54 which serves breakfast every day and lunch mid-week.
Warwick New York Hotel, Photo taken by Joyce Davis
The main lobby area is not big and has very few seating options - but it's cute with fresh flowers and copies of the New York Times. Beside the reception, there are a number of stairs where history enthusiasts can spend a lot of time skiing photographs and reading the reflective text.
Warwick New York Hotel, Photo taken by Joyce Davis
This is the story that gives the hotel a real New York lifestyle found in most hotels.
A prime location in Midtown, a few blocks from Central Park
The entrance to this charming 36 - story historic tower, built in 1926, is located on the 54th street. The Museum of Modern Art is directly across the street and the main entrance is accessible from the 53rd Street. A short stroll to the East brings guests to 5th Avenue with its endless range of options for eating, drinking and shopping. Five blocks North is Central Park.
For access to the rest of the city, there are several metro lines within walking distance of the hotel, such as the 50th Street subway station for B, D, F and M lines.
The Warwick has 426 rooms on 36 floors - not surprisingly, the higher the floor level, the less the street noise. There are different types of rooms offered. The basic rooms feature a king or two double beds, a flat-screen TV, modern marble bathrooms with shower or tub , Gilchrist & Soames toiletries and stocked mini bar. Coffee makers and mini-fridges can be brought to the rooms upon request.
Premier Suites have separate living areas, Bulgari toiletries, bathrobes and slippers.
" On Avenue Suites " have a direct view on 6th Avenue and the Hudson River. The Warwick also has a handful of specialized suites - each with unique furnishings - such as the Marion Suite, with bold décor, inspired by Film Noir.The Cary Grant Suite is a popular choice for weddings, and there is even a Modern Art suite - an up to the nearby museum - full of unconventional art and design.
Warwick New York Hotel, Photo taken by Joyce Davis
A famous bar, lounge and a fitness center with city views.
The hotel's second floor features seven separate rooms for meetings, weddings and private events, and is accessible from the hallway trumpet lined with photographs and historical curiosities of Warwick's rich history. The third floor houses the hotel's fitness center with 54th street views, cardio machines and weights, a water dispenser, towels and a bathroom.
Warwick New York Hotel, Photo taken by Joyce Davis
Eating at the restaurant can be made in the room for all meals except lunch. Daily breakfast is offered. Randolph's Bar & Lounge offers late lunch and dinner until midnight.
