This was my first time in NY and we chose the Eventi mainly due to price and location. We were not disappointed with any aspects:
5 night stay.
Location - good central location to be based to see pretty much all sights. Not too touristy. We walked to most places including Central Park to the north and Greenwich Village/Soho to the south. The immediate area itself does not have much going for it - mostly tatty costume jewellery shops, handbag wholesalers and florists. Was perfectly safe though and there's a police precinct just around the corner.
Room - we had a deluxe city view king on the 18th floor. Great floor to ceiling windows and a nice view of the ESB. Clean and spacious enough. Iron and ironing board included which is handy. Good toiletries. Room lighting was quite dark though. Air conditioning noisy - luckily you can open the window instead - you get to appreciate the sounds of the city more this way as well!
Food/drink - We ate breakfast in the hotel (Bar Basque) once to try. Buffet spread was ok with a choice of hot and cold but we thought was way overpriced. We preferred to eat out local - recommend Malibu Diner on 23rd Street, and Fresh & Co and Bagel Maven just around the corner. Otherwise it's mostly just ubiquitous Starbucks. There's a big Whole Foods Mkt nearby but couldn't find anywhere to sit.
Foodparc next door quite a good spot for a quick lunchtime salad or beer.
We gave the evening drinks reception a try once and was ok. Was a shame the wind meant it couldn't be held outside on the veranda though as lobby is a bit small with not enough seating. Bar Basque has Happy Hour at the same time.
Other - as other reviewers have mentioned recommend joining Kimpton In Touch to get free wifi (v. fast) and $15 mini bar credit. Staff were all friendly and efficient.
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