In NY there are a few Hilton hotels and consequently our taxi drove us to the wrong one. But with a few words from the friendly concierge at the Hilton Hotel, we were on our way a few short streets away to the Hilton Garden Inn.
It was late when we checked in and consequently, the hotel staff were notably tired and were not at all smiley & welcoming as previous reviewers had indicated. This is a small hotel complex, not of premium quality.
Although our room had a great view towards Times Square, it was a tad shabby. Our bathroom was distinctly old and peeling, not modern as the other reviewers. The door to the cupboard couldn’t open fully due to the lack of space. Of course, this doesn’t really matter if you are out and about and using the hotel as a place to sleep. The beds were very comfortable as were the pillows. Free Wifi competed the package.
The safe was rather old fashioned with a key lock and attached to this was a HUGE keychain and card... difficult to place if the bag you were carrying was small but easy to find!!!
Pluses:
Close to everything. Walking distance to just about anywhere in NY.
Minuses:
Shabby and the rooms are in need of renovation – a touch of paint wouldn’t go astray.
Things to Do:
‘Bike the Big Apple’ – really the best way to see NY. It’s easy and safe and full of fun with a well –knowledgeable guide. We did the twilight tour which took us over the Brooklyn and Manhattan bridges, Greenwich Village – I highly recommend this tour even for beginners and children.
Shop at ‘Macys’ – the best shopping ever with great sales and great variety of anything you’d ever want.
See NY from the ‘Top of the Rock’ – a really marvellous uncrowded view of Central Park. The Rockefeller Centre is a hive of activity.
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