LaGuardia Airport (LGA): Approximate driving time is 25 minutes and distance is 10 miles.

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): Approximate driving time is 35 minutes and distance is 15 miles.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR): Approximate driving time is 35 minutes and distance is 14 miles.

Driving directions from LaGuardia: Take Grand Central Pkwy west to I-278 (Brooklyn-Queens Expy) west. Take Exit 32A and take the Williamsburg Bridge. Continue on Delancey St, then continue on Kenmare St. Turn left on Lafayette St.

Driving directions from JFK: Take I-678 (Van Wyck Expy) north and take Exit 1B-2 to SR 27 west. Take Exit 17W to N Conduit Ave, then continue on Atlantic Ave. Bear right onto Flatbush Ave, then continue on Flatbush Ave Extension. Take the Manhattan Bridge, then turn left on Canal St. Turn right on Centre St, then turn left on Howard St, then left again on Lafayette St.

Driving directions from Newark: Follow signs to take US 1/US 9 north, then take I-78 east. Follow signs to take the Holland Tunnel. Exit to Beach St and continue on Walker St. Turn left on Centre St, turn left on Howard St, and turn left again on Lafayette St.

Getting there: The hotel has a negotiated flat rate with their car service ($16–25 from LaGuardia; $26–35 from JFK; more than $36 from Newark), which will usually work out to be the best value for groups of two or more. Call the hotel before departure to make arrangements. Solo travelers may want to opt for a shuttle van ($16–25). (All fees subject to change without notice.)

Getting around: For shops and attractions in the immediate vicinity, walking is the best way of getting around. For other destinations, the subway is a good choice (less than $5; fees subject to change without notice), especially during peak traffic times. Taxis are another good option. Rental cars are not recommended.

Amenity highlights: Asian artwork and rosewood accents enhance the lobby of this hotel, which combines Asian style and American convenience. The Pacifica Restaurant offers fine Cantonese foods. Two desks in the lobby provide Internet access for a fee; the multilingual staff can assist with business services such as faxing or photocopying; and the concierge desk is ready with suggestions about the many area restaurants.

Insider tip: Mott Street, 4 blocks from the hotel, is the center of Chinatown. Visitors can see the golden Buddhas at the Eastern States Buddhist Temple of America (64 Mott St.); visit New Age Designer (38 Mott St.), where Chinese-style dresses are made to order in jewel-hued silks or satins; and shop at Chinatown's oldest general store, the Mott Street General Store (32 Mott St.), which sells woks, soup bowls, and tea sets.

Valet parking:
$28 per 24-hour period. No in/out privileges.
Fee does not include tax, may vary by weekday, and is subject to change without prior notification.