I enjoyed a sunny New York weekend in March in a one-bedroom water view suite with a large balcony which I was thankfully able to use due to more mild than usual late winter weather. My view of Brooklyn was delightful; and to the far right, Lady Liberty was visible. I found service to be outstanding, from front desk to food and beverage staff to housekeeping. My suite was bright, cheery, flooded with natural daylight. The bedding and bathroom exuded luxury, and the work-space is well thought-out. I was very impressed with food and beverage quality both in the jazz club, the rooftop restaurant, and the bar. The property does have a very clubby atmosphere and could feel “cliquey” to outsiders unless prepared that this is…indeed…a private club with year-round membership….and on a weekend evening it seems most everyone knows everyone else. A welcome concept is the discouragement of photography throughout, hopefully fending off the Instagram crowd. I call the property sophisticated, discreet, classy, and elegant. The interior design is impeccable, preserving the historic quality of the building while presenting a fitting (water-side) nautical theme. The location could give people pause, but one of my goals in staying there was to see how much I could amuse myself in the neighborhood, which did not disappoint. Plenty to do, see, taste, and take in. I especially enjoyed strolling over the Brooklyn Bridge to have lunch at Pedros in Dumbo, then back across the much less traveled but architecturally fascinating Manhattan Bridge which dumps you off in the heart of Chinatown. In the area are shops, parks and even museums I would never have explored had I not stayed here; and the location is an excellent gateway for exploration of the magnificently conceived 9/11 Memorial. For those who can’t leave the gym at home, no disappointment here—it’s all state-of-the art. For a city hotel, it feels exceptionally quiet and peaceful, even when relatively full as it was the weekend of my stay. The only noise factor arises from the comings and goings of the boats chugging back and forth to Governors Island, but I found a certain charm in the sounds and activity. I consider this hotel for near top honors in a city where luxury hotel competition is fierce. I’ve seen reviews about billing issues, none of which I experienced. It is stylish and charming, all aided by a friendly, relaxed, and attentive staff. I would stay here again and will recommend to friends.
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