NYC Hotel Near Broadway ????
Dec 14th, 2005, 09:15 AM
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Oh, and as far as the Edison having larger rooms and being a step up from the Apple Core hotels-- you are indeed right. I only offer them as a budget alternative (and my suggestion takes them out of the Times Square area and closer to Murray Hill-- which is as close to "real" middle-class New York City as you'll get that close to Midtown).
And pickpocket problems in Times Square...?! Not in my experience. Not even at 4 AM. In fact, the typical big-city precautions are all that are necessary to enjoy a crime-free Manhattan vacation.
And pickpocket problems in Times Square...?! Not in my experience. Not even at 4 AM. In fact, the typical big-city precautions are all that are necessary to enjoy a crime-free Manhattan vacation.
Dec 14th, 2005, 09:17 AM
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DonPats -
I'm confused. You want a room for 3 people but are looking for two twin beds? Where will the thrid person sleep - in the tub?
A twin bed is a bed suitable only for one person - like you have for children. There's no way you can get 2 people in a twin bed.
You need a hotel with a minimum of 2 double beds - not easy to find in NYC.
I still think you're better off bidding for 2 rooms - you can probably get something decent (much better than those listed) for under $200 for both rooms - and your daughter will have a little privacy - and her own bath.
I'm confused. You want a room for 3 people but are looking for two twin beds? Where will the thrid person sleep - in the tub?
A twin bed is a bed suitable only for one person - like you have for children. There's no way you can get 2 people in a twin bed.
You need a hotel with a minimum of 2 double beds - not easy to find in NYC.
I still think you're better off bidding for 2 rooms - you can probably get something decent (much better than those listed) for under $200 for both rooms - and your daughter will have a little privacy - and her own bath.
Dec 14th, 2005, 09:25 AM
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Misha-I agree with you about the Belvedere. I started staying at this hotel right after it was redone in 2000 and before it became so popular. The location is perfect for those coming to NYC to see shows and you would never know you are close to Times Square as the street is very quiet. The first time I stayed at the Belvedere we had three in the room, my daughter and I plus my friend. We had no problem with three of us in the room.
The rooms are large and there is a frig and microwave. My only real complaint about the hotel is the smaller bathroom that doesn't have a lot of counter space. There is, however, a huge dresser with a mirror over it so there is more than enough room for cosmetics, etc. The hotel doesn't have amemities such as room service but who uses room service in NYC. There is a subway stop at 8th and 50th although if I remember right it only has the C and E lines but you can transfer to other lines.
As Misha pointed out there are so many restaurants in the area and 9th Ave has many moderate priced places to eat. Amy's Bread is great for morning pastries. We had good meals at Chelsea Grill (the 9th ave location) and Basilica.
The Belvedere has become very popular for moderate price travelers. I made my reservation for March 2006 back in September
The rooms are large and there is a frig and microwave. My only real complaint about the hotel is the smaller bathroom that doesn't have a lot of counter space. There is, however, a huge dresser with a mirror over it so there is more than enough room for cosmetics, etc. The hotel doesn't have amemities such as room service but who uses room service in NYC. There is a subway stop at 8th and 50th although if I remember right it only has the C and E lines but you can transfer to other lines.
As Misha pointed out there are so many restaurants in the area and 9th Ave has many moderate priced places to eat. Amy's Bread is great for morning pastries. We had good meals at Chelsea Grill (the 9th ave location) and Basilica.
The Belvedere has become very popular for moderate price travelers. I made my reservation for March 2006 back in September
Dec 14th, 2005, 09:28 AM
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Thank you all for your advice. The Belevedere appears to be sold out for the 2 nights in January that I am going. So I will probably stick with the Edision and cancel Milford Plaza. Edision hase quoted me $185.00 per night. And that rate includes a 3rd adult staying in our room ( two double beds ).
I never realized Phantom had so many people who either seem to love it or hate it.
I have purchased as a Christmas present 3 seats 12 rows back in the orchestra section for Phantom at a "discounted price" of $60 each.
We don't go the Theatre often. I have seen Miss Saigon, Chicago, Annie and one or two others. It appears Phantom will be quite different.
I hope we won't be disapointed !!
Thank you all again and I would appreciate any additional opinions you may have.
I never realized Phantom had so many people who either seem to love it or hate it.
I have purchased as a Christmas present 3 seats 12 rows back in the orchestra section for Phantom at a "discounted price" of $60 each.
We don't go the Theatre often. I have seen Miss Saigon, Chicago, Annie and one or two others. It appears Phantom will be quite different.
I hope we won't be disapointed !!
Thank you all again and I would appreciate any additional opinions you may have.
Dec 14th, 2005, 10:10 AM
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Don, you'll have a great time! Be sure to report back and let us know about your trip.
RJW, yeah you were rude. Don had something in mind for a show and if you didn't care for it that's fine but what was with the "Eeewwwww" stuff? Reminds me of a response I would receive from a child. Nice use of the html for bolding by the way. Woohoo
Applecore is a great budget chain, but not all are located in Murray Hill (was that a criteria?) and we didn't know if Don preferred hustle/bustle atmosphere or wanted something quiet. Anyway, important thing is that he got a room.
My pickpocket comment was in response to someone who thought that the theater district was to be avoided because pickpockets abounded or something to that effect.
Have fun Don
RJW, yeah you were rude. Don had something in mind for a show and if you didn't care for it that's fine but what was with the "Eeewwwww" stuff? Reminds me of a response I would receive from a child. Nice use of the html for bolding by the way. Woohoo
Applecore is a great budget chain, but not all are located in Murray Hill (was that a criteria?) and we didn't know if Don preferred hustle/bustle atmosphere or wanted something quiet. Anyway, important thing is that he got a room.
My pickpocket comment was in response to someone who thought that the theater district was to be avoided because pickpockets abounded or something to that effect.
Have fun Don
Dec 14th, 2005, 10:22 AM
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grantop: Obviously the Murray Hill location wasn't part of the criteria for selecting a hotel. But I offer it as being removed from the hustle and bustle of Times Square, while still fairly central. There are Applecore hotels in Times Square and elsewhere in Midtown.
And I still don't think I was being rude-- blunt, a bit flip, but not rude. But hey-- if DonPats was offended, then indeed I apologize. Not my intention-- but if it cheeses off ALW, then it worked!
And I still don't think I was being rude-- blunt, a bit flip, but not rude. But hey-- if DonPats was offended, then indeed I apologize. Not my intention-- but if it cheeses off ALW, then it worked!
Dec 14th, 2005, 11:31 AM
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Above it seems that offering a different theatre opinion is rude, and my offering a different neighborhood opinion is absurd, yet you also assert that each person PREFERS different things. With that, I agree.
I did not say that the theatre district is to be avoided at all, or solely due to pickpockets.
I go to the theatre quite a lot and hope that others do as well.
This is what I said above
"I wouldn't want to be staying anywhere near Broadway in mid-town, it's incredibly crowded, not pretty, and pickpockets abound."
Note that says where I would want to stay, and three reasons cited.
I happen to agree with rjw...'s
suggestions as well. DonPats, glad you
found a hotel deal you like.
I did not say that the theatre district is to be avoided at all, or solely due to pickpockets.
I go to the theatre quite a lot and hope that others do as well.
This is what I said above
"I wouldn't want to be staying anywhere near Broadway in mid-town, it's incredibly crowded, not pretty, and pickpockets abound."
Note that says where I would want to stay, and three reasons cited.
I happen to agree with rjw...'s
suggestions as well. DonPats, glad you
found a hotel deal you like.
Dec 14th, 2005, 11:41 AM
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Wait, I'm confused - Shallot said "This is what I said above
'I wouldn't want to be staying anywhere near Broadway in mid-town, it's incredibly crowded, not pretty, and pickpockets abound.' (end quote) but when I look back that quote actaully came from Elaine.
Shallot are you posting with 2 IDs?
'I wouldn't want to be staying anywhere near Broadway in mid-town, it's incredibly crowded, not pretty, and pickpockets abound.' (end quote) but when I look back that quote actaully came from Elaine.
Shallot are you posting with 2 IDs?
Dec 14th, 2005, 12:01 PM
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d**n the not editing and posting too soon, I ought to take a break as I'm messing up.
Above when restating what someone earlier had said, I was referring to THEIR use of "I" but incorrectly stated I said, which is confusing even me. Botching this obviously weakens my part of the debate, so I'll get some coffee.
Above when restating what someone earlier had said, I was referring to THEIR use of "I" but incorrectly stated I said, which is confusing even me. Botching this obviously weakens my part of the debate, so I'll get some coffee.
Dec 14th, 2005, 12:39 PM
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For future reference when making making hotel reservations, there are three types of "basic" reservations you can make for a "regular" room:
*SINGLE--obviously for one person
*DOUBLE--one bed for two people
*DOUBLE/DOUBLE--two beds for two (or more) people
In my experience, the charge for a double or a double/double for two is usually the same.
*SINGLE--obviously for one person
*DOUBLE--one bed for two people
*DOUBLE/DOUBLE--two beds for two (or more) people
In my experience, the charge for a double or a double/double for two is usually the same.
Dec 15th, 2005, 03:56 PM
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I was referring to reservations made directly with the hotel, not the bidding sites, when I remarked about the price being the same for a double or a double/double.
One thing I forgot to add is that the price is the same for TWO people in either situation. Obviously, the hotel will charge for for three in a room.
One thing I forgot to add is that the price is the same for TWO people in either situation. Obviously, the hotel will charge for for three in a room.
