Fodor's Expert Review The Excelsior Hotel
45 W. 81st St., New York, New York, 10024, USA
Directly across the street from the American Museum of Natural History, this well-kept, old-school spot has rooms with warm lighting, comfortable beds, and work desks that have ergonomic chairs. The hotel restaurant, Calle Ocho, is a Latin-fusion spot that serves lunch and dinner alongside a cocktail list full of refreshing choices. The library lounge—with leather sofas, a cozy fireplace, and tables with built-in game boards—is an unexpected plus. On the negative side is a staff that sometimes seems too busy to focus on customer service.
PROS
- excellent neighborhood-y Upper West Side location near Central Park
- some rooms have stellar park views
- tranquil environment
CONS
- bathrooms tend to be run down
- rooms are inconsistent
- Wi-Fi is not free (but included with nightly facility fee)
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Rate Includes: No Meals, Credit cards accepted