The hotel is located on 57 street, bang in between the shopping havens of Madison and Park Avenue. The hotel skyscraper boasts being the tallest hotel in New York with dizzying views of the City from the Ty Warner Suite on the 52nd Floor. It’s built in an uncompromisingly grand style; onyx, art-deco and fine art.
Now fast forward a week to the end of our trip… I had packed the box and it was Raul who came up to pick it up. I had cello-taped it shut and made a rather suspect ‘cellotape handle’ so I could lug it across the airport. Then I went for lunch with my uncle and aunt from Connecticut. On return I had found that Raul had gone to get some proper heavy duty rope and properly tied it around the box and made a thick, sturdy handle so it would be easy to carry.
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The Room
We were upgraded to a lovely deluxe room on the 14th floor; tastefully appointed in warm calm neutrals and very large by New York standards. The bathroom was typical Four Seasons, massive bath, walk in rain shower, fluffy robes and Bvlgari toiletries. The walk-in closet was also handy, especially for a manic last minute dresser like me. Then the huge windows that looked down onto the beating streets and the endless yellow taxis really gave me the feeling of being part of the City. I cannot think of a single thing that was lacking or anything I would have changed.
The Facilities
The Four Seasons New York is home to one of the City’s coolest eateries, the renowned L’Atelier De Joël Robuchon. In the evenings the vibe is buzzy and it is best to reserve in advance as it is so popular. Them there are other excellent dining options like The Garden eatery, The Ty Lounge, The Caviar Lounge and The Bar. But wherever you are in the Hotel the food is shockingly good regardless where you eat. And if after too much over-indulgence you are feeling particularly corpulent; there’s always the state-of-the-art gym and spa to whip you into shape.
Conclusion
Typically my home away from home has not disappointed and that’s no surprise considering that I’ve yet to come away from a Four Seasons stay feeling anything but satisfied. My biggest piece of advice to anyone staying in NYC (even if you aren’t staying at the FS) is to head to the Hotel for a life-changing breakfast. New York is an amazing city and this place is definitely one of the best bases in the City from which to explore it. Definitely crashing here again next time I’m in the Big Apple!
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57 East 57th Street
New York 10022
Tel. 1 (212) 758-5700
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Anonymous
crashing in the four seasons.. really!? Intentional oxymoron?
Hanushka
🙂 It's safe to assume you've read the rest of the post. Bang on! x
LeYLa
Beautiful view *___*
Anonymous
Hi,
As a dedicated follower of your blog, I noticed you have a passion for travelling. Im trying to plan a beach holiday with my mum and given you have great taste I was wondering which places you would personally recommend around July?
Dani xx
Hanushka
Hi Dani!
Dubai is amazing for kick-back and laze in the sun all day holidays. The last time I went was a while ago but I do know that you cannot go wrong with the following;
1. Al Qasr, Madinat Jumeirah http://www.jumeirah.com/Hotels-and-Resorts/Reiseziele/Dubai/Madinat-Jumeirah/Al-Qasr-Hotel/
2. Atlantis The Palm http://www.atlantisthepalm.com/
They are probably the most luxurious and have the most to offer in terms of facilities and activities. The other great ones are the One & Only Royal Mirage or One & Only the Palm.
Whenever I go away I always stay in a minimum of two hotels, as I do like to mix things up and see different sides of places. Maybe stay in the City and then check out the palm as well?
Let me know how it goes and what you decide to book! xxxx Hanushka
Anonymous
Thank you so much, I will keep you posted!