Two blocks north of Worth Avenue, the distinctive white-stucco hotel with white-stucco walls and red-and-white-striped awnings offers inviting rooms ranging from small to spacious. All have plush upholstered chairs, antique desks, paintings, and marble baths. Settle on a leather couch near the cozy library's fireplace and peruse an international newspaper or classic book. A quiet courtyard surrounds a large pool where you can relax, and the Leopard Lounge draws a convivial crowd. Pros: great location; elegant rooms; bar is a local hot spot. Cons: some rooms can be noisy.
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