Everyone seems to love the Casablanca. It was rated the very bestest on Trip Advisor, so we, first time New York goer-toerers, thought “hey; why not?”
We booked months and months in advance, and we saved a bit by doing this. We also treated friends to a cuppla nights, and this was arranged with no fuss and a good deal of understanding. Thank YOU, Monika.
The Casablanca really is very central. The nearest cross street is Broadway. The New Years Eve ball is literally 20 metres away. To walk out of the hotel, particularly at night, is 'wow!
We booked the Premium room, and it was fine. It looked exactly like the piccie. Beds as comfy as could be (we do like a comfy bed) and the shower worked a treat. Although the tub was difficult to empty. We never discovered whether this was because it was a feature, or whether it was broke.
Because of the location, we didn't spend a lot of time in the room anyway, but we were very happy with it.
Rick's Cafe is an absolute treat. It's open 24 hours with self-serve coffee (and tea) and tasty pastry. A continental breakfast (included) is served every morning, and went OK too. There is also wine and cheese (also complimentary) served every evening. It really is an oasis.
The Parrot Courtyard is just off Rick's cafe. It's open air, and very relaxing. A good place to sip a refreshing beer (although you'll need to bring your own beer).
The staff are friendly, and helpful. ALL the staff, including the staff in Rick's and the ones who do the rooms. Not just the desk folk.
If we go back to New York, we will stay again at the Casablanca.
One word of warning. You are in the middle of Times Square. We had a room facing W43rd. It can be very noisy at night, specifically early morning when the worker-bees are about.
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