Upper West Side New York, New York
Renovated
2000
Price
$$
Rated for
Heritage Classic LocalOutside the door
Beaux-Arts neighborhood stalwart
A turn-of-the-century Upper West Side fixture where carved stone gargoyles and a lively sidewalk terrace anchor the street corner.
What it’s good at
Notable
A 1904 Beaux-Arts landmark clad in distinctive plum-toned terra cotta, variegated brick, and banded entrance columns.
Listed
Operating on the Upper West Side since 1904 with traditional residential interiors and corner neighborhood presence.
Listed
Anchored on West 79th Street amid residential brownstones, tree-lined sidewalks, and classic Upper West Side bakeries.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Set on tree-lined 79th Street, you are two blocks from Central Park, the Natural History museum, and the subway.
The rooms
Traditional residential styling pairs with marble and granite bathrooms, offering generous layouts and a quiet retreat from the avenues.
The fitness room
The top-floor fitness room looks out over the neighborhood, with cardio machines and weights lining the space.
At the table
Nice Matin serves French-Mediterranean classics and Riviera dishes, with a cellar holding over two thousand bottles.
How it began
Completed in 1904 by architect Harry B. Mulliken, the twelve-story landmark is distinguished by its rare plum-toned terra cotta facade.
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.