The fantastic Marriott Marquis Hotel overlooks Times Square in the Broadway theatre district of midtown Manhattan. The hotel offers a superb mix of excellent service, varied leisure facilities, six restaurants and lounges and amazing views of Times Square and the city. On the top floor of this towering hotel is New York City’s only revolving restaurant, The View. During the hour the restaurant takes to turn a full 360 degrees, guests can relax with a meal or a drink and enjoy the views in every direction. The hotel also has a massive state-of-the-art fitness centre which overlooks Times Square and a total of 1892 rooms and 57 suites spread across its 49 floors.
Right Choice
This hotel will appeal to friends, families and couples looking for the ultimate location from which to enjoy a city break in New York. Rooms enjoy spectacular views, especially on the higher floors overlooking Times Square. When the city lights up at night it is quite a spectacle. The hotel also benefits from a varied selection of places to eat and drink including NYC’s only revolving restaurant and the quality of service you would expect of a large 4 star Marriott Hotel.
Location and Resort
With area attractions such as Fifth Avenue shopping, Radio City Music Hall, Rockefeller Center, NBC Studios and Central Park just minutes away, a stay at this New York City hotel ensures that entertainment is just around the corner. Additionally, the Marriott Marquis is conveniently located near New York City attractions like Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, the UN and Madison Square Garden. Guests at the hotel may recognize it when they arrive, even if they have not visited New York before - the front of the hotel has appeared in countless scenes from many famous films.
Swimming Pools
The hotel does not have a swimming pool.
Eating and Drinking
There are plenty of options for wining and dining in the hotel including the Atrium Lounge, serving Continental style cuisine, it is open for dinner and serves cocktails under the 37 storey atrium. The Broadway Restaurant/Lounge overlooks Times Square and is open for dinner. It offers weekly food and beverage specials and is perfect for Sunday/Monday night football. The American Encore Restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, buffet style or a la carte. The Katen Sushi bar opens for lunch and dinner and features fresh sushi and a selection of other Japanese dishes. The rooftop revolving restaurant, The View opens for dinner and Sunday Brunch and finally there is a Starbucks offering gourmet coffee, tea and pastries, ideal for a quick snack.
Accommodation
All have marble bathroom/shower WC revive beds quality linens and pillows air conditioning alarm clock coffee maker climate control ironing facilities cable TV pay per view movies bathrobe hairdryer safe internet access (certain amenities may be payable locally)
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