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The Roosevelt Hotel, New York City
4 out of 5
45 E 45th Street, New York, NY
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
€89
per night
Jan 3 - Jan 4
3.6/5Good! (28,109 reviews)

"Very nice. Smaller rooms but to be expected in the city. Central location to shopping and dining."…"

Reviewed on 28 Dec 2019

The Roosevelt Hotel, New York City
Waldorf Astoria New York
4.5 out of 5
301 Park Avenue, New York, NY
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4.1/5Very Good! (2,565 reviews)

"Absolutely lovely and sophisticated property with tons of history. It was so unique and exciting to stay here. Only thing I did wish was that they would throw in free wi-fi. With all the money spent to stay here, I would think that would be a small convenience."…"

Reviewed on 19 Sep 2018

Waldorf Astoria New York
The New Yorker A Wyndham Hotel
4 out of 5
481 Eighth Ave., New York, NY
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
€90
per night
Jan 5 - Jan 6
3.9/5Very Good! (20,121 reviews)

"Enjoyed the location and ambience, it is a classic. They have a good fitness center and is very close to A,C,E line and Penn Station, I hope for a return visit soon."…"

Reviewed on 26 Dec 2019

The New Yorker A Wyndham Hotel
Excelsior Hotel
3.5 out of 5
45 W 81st St, New York, NY
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€158
per night
Jan 2 - Jan 3
4.2/5Excellent! (2,547 reviews)

"Great location. Lovely boutique hotel. Intimate and traditional. Nice staff."…"

Reviewed on 29 Dec 2019

Excelsior Hotel
The Jane Hotel
2 out of 5
113 Jane St, New York, NY
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€94
per night
Jan 1 - Jan 2
4/5Very Good! (1,917 reviews)

"I loved the tiny room - it's all I needed. I also liked the antique room features (like the Hoffman steam air vent and the"…"

Reviewed on 23 Dec 2019

The Jane Hotel
The Lucerne Hotel
4 out of 5
201 W 79th St, New York, NY
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€125
per night
Jan 14 - Jan 15
4.4/5Wonderful! (3,728 reviews)

"Comfortable spacious room. Friendly staff. Close to everything we wanted to do. Close to subway! Lots of good restaurants nearby"…"

Reviewed on 24 Dec 2019

The Lucerne Hotel
The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection
4 out of 5
59 W 44th St, New York, NY
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
€175
per night
Jan 5 - Jan 6
4.4/5Excellent! (1,750 reviews)

"Beautiful historic hotel with lovely rooms and loved the adorable free umbrella!!"…"

Reviewed on 23 Dec 2019

The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection
Hotel Belleclaire
3.5 out of 5
2175 Broadway, New York, NY
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€107
per night
Jan 2 - Jan 3
4/5Very Good! (6,068 reviews)

"The exterior of building is gorgeous. The interior modern and clean."…"

Reviewed on 24 Dec 2019

Hotel Belleclaire
Hotel Pennsylvania
2.5 out of 5
401 7th Ave, New York, NY
Free cancellation
€95
per night
Jan 6 - Jan 7
2.6/5 (29,161 reviews)

"I like the old style size of rooms and hallways at Penn. The rooms are larger than most affordable hotels so you have space to move around. Bed was very comfortable. This was my second visit and I have not yet been disappointed. Only complaint would be the ‘free breakfast’ ..being you have to walk ..."…"

Reviewed on 28 Dec 2019

Hotel Pennsylvania
Hotel Edison
3.5 out of 5
228 W 47th St, New York, NY
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€89
per night
Jan 20 - Jan 21
3.7/5Good! (19,396 reviews)

"I stay for only 1 night. The room was small. The staff where great. Very friendly."…"

Reviewed on 28 Dec 2019

Hotel Edison
Washington Square Hotel
3.5 out of 5
103 Waverly Pl, New York, NY
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€176
per night
Jan 1 - Jan 2
4.3/5Excellent! (1,243 reviews)

"Everything was great.....staff was helpful and friendly!"…"

Reviewed on 23 Dec 2019

Washington Square Hotel
Martinique New York on Broadway, Curio Collection by Hilton
4 out of 5
49 W 32nd St, New York, NY
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€140
per night
Jan 3 - Jan 4
4.1/5Very Good! (4,403 reviews)

"Perfect location, and defect place. Thank you, hope to be back"…"

Reviewed on 23 Dec 2019

Martinique New York on Broadway, Curio Collection by Hilton
Arthouse Hotel New York City
4 out of 5
2178 Broadway at W 77th St, New York, NY
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€106
per night
Jan 5 - Jan 6
4.3/5Excellent! (6,834 reviews)

"We only stayed for one night so it wasn't horrible, but man, that $40 urban/resort charge is crap. You get two drink vouchers for the bar, and two bottles of water, also some K-Cups, but definitely nowhere near $40 worth of value."…"

Reviewed on 28 Dec 2019

Arthouse Hotel New York City
Warwick New York
4.5 out of 5
65 W 54th St, New York, NY
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€178
per night
Jan 5 - Jan 6
4.4/5Excellent! (4,313 reviews)

"Super friendly staff. They went above and beyond to assist us when needed. The location....wonderful!"…"

Reviewed on 24 Dec 2019

Warwick New York
The Plaza Hotel
5 out of 5
Fifth Avenue at Central Park South, New York, NY
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
€516
per night
Jan 5 - Jan 6
4.5/5Wonderful! (1,047 reviews)

"The location is in the perfect area. Staff was exceptional and very helpful."…"

Reviewed on 26 Dec 2019

The Plaza Hotel
Hotel Wales
3.5 out of 5
1295 Madison Ave, New York, NY
€287
per night
Dec 30 - Dec 31
4/5Very Good! (1,123 reviews)

"We like the Wales very much. The staff is accommodating to the needs of guests, the location is excellent for our needs, and the rooms are pleasant."…"

Reviewed on 10 Dec 2019

Hotel Wales
Millennium Hilton New York Downtown
4 out of 5
55 Church Street, New York, NY
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
€130
per night
Jan 25 - Jan 26
4.2/5Excellent! (2,187 reviews)

"I really like the property it was beautiful inside and out. It was a trip for my boyfriend’s birthday everything met our expectations and then some. The hotel is kinda pricey but the area we were in made sense."…"

Reviewed on 25 Dec 2019

Millennium Hilton New York Downtown
Chelsea Savoy Hotel
2 out of 5
204 W 23rd Street, New York, NY
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
€119
per night
Jan 12 - Jan 13
3.9/5Very Good! (3,196 reviews)

"Me and my family arived on Christmas and the hotel was extremely quiet and calm.Beds were extremely clean and comfortable. Staff was friendly I would definitely stay again."…"

Reviewed on 26 Dec 2019

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What is a historic hotel?

 

Historic hotels give guests the opportunity to stay in buildings that have been officially recognised with a national historic designation. Historic hotels can take the form of castles, stately homes, palaces or even pubs, lodges, old police stations or skyscrapers – any building that’s been identified as being of special interest.

Many historic hotels occupy buildings that were originally built for a different function, and later re-established as a hotel. The previous function or architecture of the buildings themselves represent something important in the country’s historical timeline. Such hotels typically retain original characteristics such as period features or traditional architecture, in their communal spaces and/or bedrooms.

 

Do historic hotels in New York have modern facilities?

 

Yes. New York historic hotels provide a balance between an authentic experience in traditional surroundings, with a very comfortable stay. Hotel interiors are fitted with modern conveniences and updated safety features, while every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Historic does not mean its run-down or uncomfortable for guests. In fact, many historic hotels are luxurious.

Guests can expect the usual amenities you’d get from a hotel such as WiFi, heating and air conditioning, good bathroom facilities and so on. The facilities depend on the design and layout of the building – historic hotels are often protected and any changes are subject to many rules and restrictions. Things like windows and pillars are more likely to be old-fashioned.

 

What is the oldest hotel in the world?

 

The Guinness Book of World Records lists Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan in Yamanashi, Japan, as the oldest hotel in the world. Fujiwara Mahito opened the hot-spring hotel to guests in 705 CE – over 1,300 years and 52 generations later it is still run by the same family. The hotel, which has 37 rooms, is at the foot of the Akaishi Mountains in central Japan.