Shannon_mcg

Does anyone know of a good hotel located near Rockefeller Center, within a few blocks or safe walking distance? Also how big, on average are city blocks in New York?

Thanks,
Shannon

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On average, 20 city blocks= 1 mile

Avenues are about twice on long, so on average, 10 avenues= 1 mile

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HowardR

To clarify the previous posting, 20 north-south blocks equal one mile. About 10 east-west blocks equal one mile.
As for hotels, you don't mention a price range. There are a lot of hotels within walking distance of Rockefeller Center.

Shannon_mcg

Thanks for the info. I'm actually going to be booking through expedia.ca (I'm in Canada). There are tons of options for hotels at great savings, just trying to decide which one to pick

Shannon

Shannon_mcg

p.s

I'm currently considering the Algonquin. Any thoughts? I'm looking for a place thats not too stuffy and formal.

Shannon

EdnaB

The Algonquin is a lovely old hotel, but it is about as formal and as stuffy as you can find!

Shannon_mcg

Haha..thank you Edna. I have heard good things about the Sofitel across the street. Anyone know anything about it? Or perhaps make a suggestion for a hotel.

bmw732002

Shannon:

Does your list have the "Hotel MUSE" listed? It is a wonderful, small, euro-style hotel 46th between 6th and Bdwy. Great location, close to Rock. Center
JOHN

al

How about the Hilton, on 6th Avenue between 53rd and 54th?

itswoody

I would look at www.quikbook.com for hotels in that area.