beckntom Posted December 21, 2008 #1 Share Posted December 21, 2008 I'm hoping someone can recommend a hotel for the vicinity of York Avenue and 72nd Street. We'd like one that is decent, of course, but not ridiculously expensive. This is for a trip in the first part of March, so the rates should be somewhat lower at that time. We'd like to keep it under $250 per night. Any suggestions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueHerons Posted December 22, 2008 #2 Share Posted December 22, 2008 I'm hoping someone can recommend a hotel for the vicinity of York Avenue and 72nd Street. We'd like one that is decent, of course, but not ridiculously expensive. This is for a trip in the first part of March, so the rates should be somewhat lower at that time. We'd like to keep it under $250 per night. Any suggestions? Actually, March is very busy in Manhattan because of heavy business travel so rates aren't as cheap as they are in January and early February. That said, the area you are looking in is pretty swank as are the hotels. The Plaza Athenee, The Pierre, The Carlyle, The Mark, The Surrey Hotel, and The Lowell are the only ones I can think of. Did you try hotwire for your dates? The area is also pretty residential so I'm not sure if there is the choice of hotels that Times Square or other parts of the island boast. There are less expensive options in other locations if you are interested. York Avenue is a bit of a walk to the subway lines but the Lex line runs right up throught the middle of the UES. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beckntom Posted December 22, 2008 Author #3 Share Posted December 22, 2008 I'll take a look at the hotels you mentioned, but I'm sure you're right--they even sound "swank"! I'll also check out Hotwire and would certainly be interested in hearing about less expensive options in other locations. We'll be visiting a relative in the York Avenue area but will also want to do the touristy New York things. So being in the "middle of the action" wouldn't be a bad thing. Thanks for your help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRIRUN Posted December 22, 2008 #4 Share Posted December 22, 2008 http://www.nyp.org/patients/helmsley.html This hotel is on York between 69th and 70th. Yes, it says for hospital guests but anyone can stay there. It's very reasonable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRIRUN Posted December 22, 2008 #5 Share Posted December 22, 2008 http://www.nyp.org/patients/helmsley.html This hotel is on York between 69th and 70th. Yes, it says for hospital guests but anyone can stay there. It's very reasonable. Ooops. It's between 70th and 71st, which would be even closer for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beckntom Posted December 22, 2008 Author #6 Share Posted December 22, 2008 Ooops. It's between 70th and 71st, which would be even closer for you. Thank you very much. I'll check into it. It's certainly close enough! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRIRUN Posted December 23, 2008 #7 Share Posted December 23, 2008 Thank you very much. I'll check into it. It's certainly close enough! I know people who have stayed there, plus I happen to work at the hospital, which is why I know about it. It's pretty reasonable and actually quite nice, not as fancy though as some as the midtown ones. Just remember, it's not close to the subways, but Manhattan is a walking town and you have friends who live right there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jane110 Posted December 24, 2008 #8 Share Posted December 24, 2008 There's a crosstown bus on 72nd street that stops on very block and will take you to Lexington Ave, which is the closest subway stop. There are no subways east of Lexington Ave uptown. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linda_22003 Posted December 24, 2008 #9 Share Posted December 24, 2008 That said, the area you are looking in is pretty swank as are the hotels. The Plaza Athenee, The Pierre, The Carlyle, The Mark, The Surrey Hotel, and The Lowell are the only ones I can think of. I love the Lowell - especially the rooms with the working fireplaces! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jane110 Posted December 25, 2008 #10 Share Posted December 25, 2008 The Lowell will not have a room for under $250. range as the OP has requested. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRIRUN Posted December 25, 2008 #11 Share Posted December 25, 2008 http://hotelbentleynewyork.com/index.asp The hotel Bentley is another hotel on York Avenue, on 62nd Street. I don't know the prices or much about the hotel other than it is right by the Animal Medical Center and it's also right by what I call the "York Avenue Mountain" which is pretty steep "hill". Since it's not in the "center" of town, it might have better prices. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beckntom Posted December 26, 2008 Author #12 Share Posted December 26, 2008 Thank you so much to everyone who contributed information. We have made other arrangements so that we won't need a hotel this trip, but I do appreciate your help and guidance. I've learned a lot just by researching the hotel information you've provided. I'm sure someone else will benefit by this thread as well! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRIRUN Posted December 26, 2008 #13 Share Posted December 26, 2008 Thank you so much to everyone who contributed information. We have made other arrangements so that we won't need a hotel this trip, but I do appreciate your help and guidance. I've learned a lot just by researching the hotel information you've provided. I'm sure someone else will benefit by this thread as well! Have a great time in New York! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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