index | North America | United States | New York | New York City | The Alex
The Alex

Address - 205 E 45th St ny New York City 10017.

 
  • The Chrysler Building, Grand Central Terminal, and the U.N. are all within 3 blocks of this 33-story, David Rockwell–designed hotel.

  • Bamboo furnishings, limestone baths, rain showers, and Frette linens combine for a restful ambience in the 203 guestrooms.

  • High-speed and wireless Internet access are complimentary, while spa, fitness, and business services are easily arranged.

  • The hotel’s stylish Riingo restaurant serves an inspired blend of Japanese and American cuisine.
    		•

    Check-in Date Check-out Date Currency Adults Children





    DRIVING DIRECTIONS AND ATTRACTIONS
    U.N. Headquarters - 2 blocks
    Chrysler Building - 3 blocks
    Park Avenue - 3 blocks
    Grand Central Terminal - 3 blocks
    Fifth Avenue - 4 blocks
    Rockefeller Center - 6 blocks
    Times Square - 6 blocks
    New York Public Library - 7 blocks
    Broadway Theater District - 7 blocks
    Empire State Building - 1 mile
    Central Park - 1.5 miles
    Madison Square Garden - 1.5 miles

    JFK International Airport (JFK): Approximate driving time is 40 minutes and distance is 17 miles.

    LaGuardia Airport (LGA): Approximate driving time is 25 minutes and distance is 8.5 miles.

    Newark Liberty International Airport (LGA): Approximate driving time is 45 minutes and distance is 17 miles.

    The quickest way to get to the hotel is by taxi. The one-way fare is $26-$35 from LaGuardia and more than $36 from Newark and JFK. Limousines and shuttle vans are also available at all airports. Express bus service provides transportation to Grand Central Terminal, three blocks from the hotel.
    Full-service health spa nearby
    In city center

    ROOMS
    This 33-story Midtown hotel has 203 guestrooms. Rooms are appointed with a modern minimalist decor that utilizes soft geometric shapes and muted colors to create a serene, sophisticated ambience. Amid the understated surroundings, guests will find two flat-panel LCD TVs, DVD/CD entertainment systems, and premium bedding with Frette Italian cotton sheets. Guests also enjoy complimentary high-speed Internet access and a daily New York Times.

    Rooms offer custom-designed bathrooms with limestone walls and counters, oversized "rain shower" showerheads, waffle-weave bathrobes, and Frederic Fekkai toiletries. Complimentary VCRs, fax machines, and signature "Alex Business Carts" with office supplies and equipment are available upon request.
    Clock radio
    Climate control
    CD player
    Cable/satellite TV
    Bottled water in room (complimentary)
    Bathroom TV
    Bathroom telephone
    Bathrobes
    Air conditioning
    Window opens
    Voice mail
    Complimentary newspaper
    Designer toiletries
    Desk
    DVD player
    Extra towels, linens, bedding
    Hair dryer
    Housekeeping
    Hypo-allergenic bedding available
    In-room safe
    Internet access - high speed
    Iron/ironing board
    Minibar
    Multi-line phone
    Pay movies
    Premium bedding
    Premium TV channel(s)
    Smoking rooms
    Soundproofed rooms

    DINING
    Riingo - This lobby-level restaurant is a sister venue to New York's award-winning Aquavit restaurant. It features American cuisine with Japanese influences, a sushi bar, and lounge with signature infused sakes. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

    SERVICES
    Please note: The hotel fitness center and room service will not be available until December 15, 2003. The restaurant is scheduled to open January 1, 2004.
    The hotel’s restaurant is a destination in itself, with creative Japanese and American cuisine.
    Opened in November 2003, this 33-story hotel was designed by David Rockwell, the innovative architect who also designed the Kodak (Academy Awards) Theatre in Los Angeles and the Motown Center in Detroit. It features a subtle, Zen-inspired decor and a convenient Midtown location midway between Grand Central Terminal and U.N. Headquarters.

    Amid the bamboo and other Asian influences, guests will find a modern hotel with comprehensive business services, 24-hour room service, and wireless Internet access in most public areas (network cards not provided).
    24-hour front desk
    Air-conditioned public areas
    Audio-visual equipment
    Babysitting or child care
    Bar/lounge
    Business center
    Business services
    Catering
    Cell phone rental
    Complimentary newspapers in lobby
    Computer rental
    Concierge desk
    Conference room(s)
    Cribs available
    Doorman/doorwoman
    Dry cleaning service
    Elevator/lift attendant
    Express check-in/check-out
    Fitness equipment
    Internet access in public areas - complimentary
    Internet access in public areas - dial-up
    Internet access in public areas - high speed
    Internet access in public areas - wireless
    Limo or Town Car service available
    Maid service daily
    Massage - treatment room(s)
    Meeting rooms(s) (small groups)
    Multilingual staff
    Number of rooms: 203
    Parking (surcharge)
    Parking (valet)
    Parking nearby
    Porter/bellhop
    Restaurant(s) in hotel
    Rollaway beds
    Room service (24 hours)
    Safe-deposit box - front desk
    Security guard
    Shoe shine
    Translation services
    Turndown service
    Wake-up calls


    Information © 1sthotels.com & The Alex
    		 



    Air + hotel + car
    Save up to 30%



    Oxbridge Theater District Apartments
    Club Quarters Midtown
    The Mansfield Hotel
    Sofitel New York
    Royalton An Ian Schrager Hotel
    The Iroquois
    City Club Hotel
    Algonquin
    Roosevelt Hotel New York
    The Muse
    The Waldorf Astoria
    Millennium Broadway Hotel New York
    The Waldorf Towers a Conrad Hotel
    Hilton New York
    Flatotel
    Quality Hotel Times Square
    Intercontinental the Barclay New York
    Omni Berkshire Place
    The Gorham
    Warwick New York
    All Hotels

      about us | | links | privacy | support