The location of the Royalton is great for a touristy visit to New York. 44 on 44th street is smack darn in the centre of it all. Close to Times square, Empire State, Broadway etc all in short walking distance. The rooms are modern, comfortable, not too small (as is so often the case in New York). There are ipads in each room but the internet on them kept timing out so it was more of a gimmick than a useful feature.
The foyer as you walk in is pretty cool. You're welcomed straight into a fire-lit cocktail bar! It was apparently designed for those 'after the after-party' occasions when everyone ends up back at the hotel foyer wanting to carry on.
The only real downside to this place was the price of things like breakfast ($45 for eggs on toast and a cup of tea!) and drinks. Also, next time I would probably stay somewhere downtown a bit less touristy where you get better value for money.
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