NYC where to begin
 

Just got an opportunity to go with my family to NYC over Christmas holidays if we can plan something affordable...rooms in the $100-$150 range?<BR><BR>I lived there as a child and have wonderful memories but I don't have a clue what it's like now.<BR><BR>What areas should I start looking for a hotel in? We'll do the usual tourist stuff. <BR><BR>What areas are good with 11 and 14 year old? <BR><BR>

There are a lot of new hotels over on the west side (Broadway / 8th Ave.) in the 50s.....easy walking distance to Times Square, Rockefeller Center and Central Park.<BR><BR>Do some surfing on the web.<BR><BR>There is a possibilty that everything is booked up already. You have to think ahead especially over the holidays.

How large is your family? The reason I ask is that hotel rooms in NYC are notoriously on the small side -- one queen or king sized bed in a room, which will only accommodate 2 people. You very well might need more than 1 hotel room. <BR><BR>There's a Doubletree in the financial district, and I believe those rooms are are actually 2 room suites, with a pull out sleeper sofa.<BR><BR>Check Biddingfortravel.com regarding recent bids for hotels in NYC. You might be able to get into the Grand Hyatt (over Grand Central Terminal) for a bid of $85/night. Sheryl, the administrator will help you formulate a bid if you read the FAQ first and answer all of the questions.

With all the new hotels in town, and travel down a bit, I would think you should be able to find a hotel in the city and in that price range. <BR><BR>Try calling some of the Comfort Inn and the like (800) numbers and go to www.priceline.com and the www.hotels.com for discounted prices.<BR><BR>Over the holidays the city is so beautiful, and there are lights everywhere.<BR><BR>You can walk 5th Ave and skate in Central Park, see the Christmas Tree at Rockefeller Center, all the holdiay windows, and enjoy the feeling of the holiday.<BR><BR>Have a great time while you are here.<BR><BR>tweedy

I know it's a little late to make good plans but I don't want to miss this opportunity. <BR><BR>I do need a room for 2 adults and 2 kids and will certainly be checking websites and hotels but I'm puzzled about what areas...most cities have blocks or areas that are better than others. <BR><BR>My mom would have her own room unless we get a 2 bedroom suite.<BR><BR>Broadway/ 8th Ave 50's you mean street # or$50. That seems too cheap for anywhere. <BR><BR> <BR><BR>