The most sophisticated hotel in New York, the Mandarin Oriental, is an exclusive development located on floors 35 to 54 of the Time Warner Centre in Columbus Circle. This luxury hotel provides a stunning blend of modern design and oriental flair in the heart of Manhattan – with views over Central Park and the City skyline that are simply breathtaking. The hotel offers some of the most chic restaurants and fine dining as well as a unique 5 star Spa offering holistic rejuvenation and relaxation in a setting of utter tranquility. The stunning panoramic views of Manhattan from your room in Mandarin Oriental, New York will give you a superb perspective of the city.
Right Choice
Luxury at its best, this hotel will appeal to friends, families and couples who are looking for accommodation where everything has been thought of already. Rooms have everything you could ever need while on a city break in New York. Service is subtle, discreet and observant in keeping with its Oriental origins. Facilities are unmatched with a world class spa, stunning views wherever you are and one of the city’s best restaurants on the 35th floor.
Location and Resort
All the main attractions are within easy reach of the hotel. For outdoor pleasures Central Park is across the road, with the Zoo and Wollman Memorial Rink for summer roller blading and winter ice skating. Fifth Avenue shopping is a ten minute walk. World famous music performances are available at Carnegie Hall, the Lincoln Center or the Metropolitan Opera House, all of which are on the doorstep. Both Broadway, with its 30 or more grand stages and the blinding neon of Times Square are an easy stroll away. The hotel has a total of 202 guestrooms and 46 suites.
Swimming Pools
The hotel has a 75 foot naturally lit indoor lap pool with views of the Hudson River.
Eating and Drinking
Located on the 35th floor, award winning Asiate combines the best of French and Japanese cuisine - and offers unforgettable views of Central Park and the Manhattan skyline through its 16 foot high windows. Designed by renowned designer Tony Chi, the dramatic entrance to Asiate features a wall of wine which houses an impressive collection of over 1,300 bottles. Located adjacent to the hotel lobby, The Lobby Lounge is the perfect place to enjoy a light meal with dramatic views of Central Park and the City skyline and finally MObar serves stylish cocktails and provides a lively atmosphere for pre or post dinner drinks while relaxing in the intimate leather seating.
Accommodation
All have marble bathroom/shower with LCD TV’s WC Twice daily maid service including evening turndown with quotes of the day and orchids on your pillow views of Central Park, the Hudson River or the Manhattan skyline state-of-the-art entertainment system floor to ceiling windows high speed internet access telephone with voicemail large LCD flat screen TV with 100 channels video on demand surround sound stereo CD and DVD player in room safe luxury Italian bed linen luxury bath amenities bathrobes and slippers private bar selection of newspapers * (certain amenities may be payable locally)
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