I recently stayed at The Chatwal for five nights as a celebration for my partner’s birthday. Before booking I was a little concerned about the hotel’s proximity to the tourist maelstrom of Time Square but having read reviews decided it’s central location was worth the gamble… All my apprehension was immediately extinguished upon arrival; with The Chatwal a gloriously refined oasis of calm which seemed totally removed from the chaos of Manhattan. Whilst definitely close to Time Square, you would be hard pushed to know it was even there; with The Chatwal positioned on a quiet side street with little passing traffic. Within the hotel, the owners have successfully combined classic art nouveau styling with a contemporary feel which gives a sense of quality without becoming stuffy.
On arrival the desk staff were exceptionally helpful and welcoming – chatting at length about our stay, offering recommendations on things to do and see whilst checking us in quickly and efficiently. We stayed in a Theatre Room which was the perfect size and beautifully appointed. From the comfy bed through to the stunning bathroom, everything was exceptional and housekeeping ensured we had fresh water / turndown service etc. whenever it was needed.
Beyond the room, we spent time in the bar and had dinner in the The Lambs Club restaurant both of which were classic New York with a modern twist and highly recommended. The concierge gave us great suggestions for local breakfasts and the proximity to Central Park / Hell’s Kitchen / 5th Avenue / Subway etc. meant we were able to get around the city, eat at diverse restaurants and sightsee with ease.
There is a great deal more I could say about The Chatwal, but the digested read is a wonderful hotel which I will definitely return to and would recommend to anyone. Even after our stay the service was amazing (I left my sunglasses and they had them sent by Fed-Ex back to the UK) and it forms a central crux to our wonderful memories of a glorious NYC stay.
The best hotel I have ever stayed at in New York. Don’t hesitate in booking; you will not be disappointed.
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