If you look at all the previous reviews, you'll see a recurring theme, so I won't go on too long in this review. In a nutshell, if you look for the following in a hotel when going on a city break, then don't waste your time searching for other NY hotels because Sofitel New York has it all:
1) Excellent location for both sightseeing and transport
2) Spacious rooms and good facilities, ie soft beds, lovely bathrooms
3) Friendly and efficient staff in every department
4) Fairly priced for the luxury obtained (even cheaper if booked as a package on Expedia)
5) Spotlessly clean grand lobby and floors - high attention paid to maintenance
6) Nice touches, eg free bottled water, robes, etc
If you're going to New York on a medium budget, STAY HERE!
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