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Review
Location. Empire Hotel occupies a privileged location between Lincoln Center and Central Park in New York, NY This property stands on West 63rd Street directly across the street from Dante Park. Time Warner Center and the Shops at Columbus Circle stand one block from the hotel.

Hotel Features. The hotel lobby features empire sepia tones, Italian stone floors, custom Sculpted metal chandeliers, theater style draperies, contrasting textures and subtle animal print fabrics. Rooftop Lounge and Lobby Bar serve international beers, wines and cocktails in the evening. Center Cut Steakhouse is open for breakfast and dinner daily. Internal and external function space reveals mid-century and modern design. Wireless Internet access is free. Business center houses two computer stations. Jeunesse “Spas for Life ‘offers physical therapy, health care and a full range of salon services. Outdoor, rooftop plunge pool provides rental cabanas. Personal trainers can be requested for training and fitness staff lead Pilates classes. Free fitness center is open 24 hours.

Rooms. This 12-storey hotel offers 420 rooms, which pays tribute to Central Park by displaying rich earth tone palette. Scheme natural color with an accent furnishings. Room decor is inspired by modernist design of Lincoln Center. Residential features flat panel televisions. Wireless Internet access is free. Beds draped under 300-Thread-Cola Frette linens and down comforters. Bathrooms feature oversize towels, bathrobes and designer toiletries. Showers boast teak floors and showers of rain.

Expert Tip. Empire Hotel is bordered by open spaces, green park. As such, this property offers one of the best views of the city Upper Manhattan, the Hudson River and Central Park.

Services

* Babysitting or child care
* Complimentary newspaper in lobby
* Concierge
* Doorman / doorwoman
* Full-service health spa
* Hairdresser
* Internet access in public areas – complimentary
* Internet – wireless
* Limousine or Town Car service
* Multilingual staff
* Parking (extra charge)
* Parking (valet) $ 60 Daily
* Suitable for children
* Room Service
* Guard
* Tour assistance

Business & Events

* 24 hours reception
* Dry cleaning / laundry
Secretary services

Accessibility

This hotel does not offer any special features. Please choose another hotel if you are interested in reserving a room with disabilities.
Rooms (all rooms include)

* Air Conditioning
* Bathrobes
* Blackout curtains / blinds
* Cable / satellite TV channels
* Climate control
* Clock radio
* Free newspapers
* Complimentary toiletries
* Internet (infant beds) available
* Desk
* Electronic / magnetic keys
* Extra Towels / Bedding
* Flat panel TV
* Cleaning
* Hypoallergenic bedding
* In room childcare (surcharge)
* In the safe
* In room safe (accommodates laptop)
* Access to the Internet (free)
* Iron / ironing board (on request)
* LCD TV
* Minibar
* Multichannel phone
* Pay Movies
* Phone
* Premium bedding
* Premium TV channel (s)
* Shower only
* Smoking
* Television
* Turndown service
* Voicemail
* Wake-up calls
* Window opens
* Wireless Internet

Total

* Air-conditioning public places;
* Bar / Lounge;
* Lift / elevator;
* Number of floors: 11;
* Number of rooms: 420;
* Pool Bar;
* Restaurant (s) in hotel;
* Pool – Outdoor Seasonal

Verification is performed from 3 pm
Check-out time is Noon
Pet deposit required
Pet fee charged at hotel / condo
Pet

Extra person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Photo identification and credit card or cash must be at registration for incidental expenses.
Special requests, subject to availability at check-in and may incur additional costs. Special requests can not be guaranteed.
Know Before You Go

This hotel accepts pets weighing less than 40 pounds
Dining

Center Cut Steakhouse – Open for breakfast and dinner.

Rooftop Lounge – cocktails.

Ed’s Chowder House – Restaurant offers traditional East Coast seafood fare.
Holidays

This Upper West Side, New York hotel has a seasonal rooftop pool with views of the Hudson River, Lincoln Center and Central Park.

One block of East, Central Park covers 843 hectares of meadows, forests, cliffs, ravines, gardens, paths, and lakes. Popular walking and running routes include Central Park Drive (closed to traffic during scheduled hours) and the path around the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir. Loeb ship, on a picturesque lake, rents rowboats and bicycles. Wollman Rink offers ice skating in winter, Victorian Gardens Amusement Park in the warmer months, and magnificent views of the park and city year round.

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

* Aerobics nearby
* Rent a bike nearby
* Bird watching nearby
* Boating nearby
* Helicopter / airplane sightseeing nearby
* Horse Trails nearby
* Horse riding / rental near

* Ice skating close
* Pilates classes / instruction nearby
* Children’s playground next
* Rowing or canoeing nearby
* Running track / path nearby
* Swimming on site
* Yoga classes / instruction number