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W New York Union Square

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At a Glance

    Pros

  • fashionable location
  • great restaurant

    Cons

  • trendy decor
  • noisy lobby
  • expensive Wi-Fi

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W New York Union Square Review

The W chain's iconic New York City property continues to attract a mix of trendsetters and tourists, thanks to the downtown location—and the noticeable lack of other hotel options in the neighborhood. Comfortably within the landmark 1911 Guardian Life building at the end of Park Avenue South, the hotel takes advantage of many original details, including a grand staircase to the Great Room lobby and large picture windows looking out on Union Square. There's also the New York branch of Todd English's modern Mediterranean restaurant, Olives, which draws hungry after-work and weekend crowds. Rooms are of average size, with the classic W look that includes leather headboards, dark furniture, and Bliss bath products. Wi-Fi is a steep $17 a day, so budget accordingly.

    Contact Information

  • Address: 201 Park Ave. S, at E. 17th St., Union Square, New York, NY, 10003 | Map It
  • Phone: 212/253-9119; 877/946-8357
  • Website: www.whotels.com
  • Subway: 4, 5, 6, L, N, Q, R to 14th St./Union Sq.
  • Location: Union Square

    Hotel Amenities

  • 254 rooms, 16 suites.
  • Restaurant, bars, gym, spa, parking, some pets allowed.
  • Rooms have: a/c, safe, Wi-Fi.
  • Credit cards accepted.

Member Reviews

  • Nick00, from Connecticut
    5/9/09

    I really adore this hotel. I have stayed here twice in 2009 and each stay was better than the last. The service was terrific and the rooms were awesome. The Wow Suite is groovy and comfortable. Toss in the Bliss products in the bath (there is also a Bliss Spa in the lobby) with the cool atmosphere and you have what has become my favorite hotel in my favorite city. (Sorry Paris.) The best part is that it's a cool place to stay, but the staff makes sure you'll want to return. Nothing aloof about this hotel. Can't wait to go back.

    Ratings details: Room: 5 | Atmosphere: 5 | Service: 5 | Value: 5
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