Leaning toward a hotel stay at Belleclaire, but concerned about finding parking around check-in time 3-ish. I was told there is a parking garage @ 77th & Amsterdam/Broadway for $25/day. Anyone out there know how likely it is that we will find or not find a space at check-in time on a weekday there? Thanks!

try to get the phone number of the garage and ask them.

Try:

http://nyc.bestparking.com/#

Call the hotel and ask if they have a parking deal with a garage nearby. They usually do and you can get a discounted rate. I have never been turned away from a garage when checking into a hotel, even when self-parking.

Thanks, dohlice. I'll check that out. I already contacted the hotel and they don't offer a parking discount, but it was definitely worth checking.

Went back to the message from the hotel. My apologies. I see they suggest parking at the Hertz lot @ those coordinates, then if it's full, they can recommend others.

The "bestparking" link is going on my favorites. Thank you so much!

iconparking.com lets you reserve in advance. Print out the info and have it with you.

Reservations are definitely my style: planning ahead, rest easy. Thanks for the link!