Pickwick arms hotel new york
Here I am somehow getting reminded of a song which describes the beauties of placing oneself in a good hotel. Well the Pickwick Arms Hotel New York of Big Apple gives the reminder of good old times and if you happen or planning to pursue a short-term course in New York. Or you go there for a short trip simply to soak in the citys vibes Well, if the mind-boggling room rates of fancy hotels intimidate you; one option is to stay at the economically priced Pickwick Arms Hotel. Here, rates begin at less than $150!
Touchdown
The La Guardia Airport (LGA) is the nearest major airport. Also located about half-an-hours drive away is the John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). At the time of booking, make enquiries for pick-up / drop-off services if shuttles / Cabs services are available.
Contact Point
230 East 51st Street, New York, NY 10022
Phone: 212-355-0300 / Fax: 212-755-5029
Tolls free US: 1-800-742-5945 / Canada: 1-800-874-0074
Booking In
* Check-in Time: 2:00p.m.
* Checkout Time: 1:00p.m.
Hotspot! - Great Location!
* The Pickwick Arms is located in a lovely area of Manhattan, on 51st Street between 2nd and 3rd Avenues.
* Just half-a-mile away is the Rockefeller Center and the worlds Headquarters- the United Nations.
* Times Square, the citys well-known area, is within a mile from the Pickwick Arms.
* You can also stroll around Central Park, located about a mile away.
* The Grand Central Terminal is also within the area of the Pickwick Arms.
* Want to gaze at the Statue of Liberty That is further ahead, about four-and-a-half miles
* The Pickwick Arms Hotel New York is a great place to stay if you
are an avid shopper or just wish to indulge in peeking at well-known stores on Fifth Avenue.
* Visit the Museum of American Folk Art, located half-a-mile away. It is open from Tuesdays to Sundays (10:30a.m-5: 30 p.m.) / Friday (10:30a.m-7: 30p.m.) Contact: 212-265-1040
Note: Free admissions for children less than 12 years, for members, and on Friday after 5:30p.m.
* Attend a concert or dance performance at the World Financial Center Winter Garden. This is a huge complex at the waterfront. The events are held the entire summer and there are no admission fees. Contact: Ph: 212-417-7000
Ideal for Whom
* The student: If you are attending an educational program for a short period of time and are not staying on campus, you can comfortably be a guest of this hotel. Make reservations for a Pod a tiny room with one bunk bed and shared bathroom. You have access to wireless Internet service, so you can remain in touch with your family and friends. Voice mail and cable/satellite TV are also available. An LCD TV is provided per bed.
* The lone visitor: If you are single, just wishing to roam around the city on your own, book into either the Pod bunk bed room, or opt for the studio room. It is furnished with a queen bed as well as with one sofa bed. There is a desk with access to wireless Internet service, voice mail, and cable/satellite TV. This is a non-smoking room.
* The young romantics: If you are visiting the city with your sweetheart, you can comfortably stay in one of the Standard rooms. It has a private bath with modern furnishings. Voice mail, wireless Internet access and cable/satellite TV are included. Alternatively, if you do not mind have a shared bathroom, make reservations for One twin bed shared bath room.
* A small family: A couple with a very young child could possibly stop in for an overnight stay while in transit or stay on for a few days. Book a room with a double bed, and at the time of booking you could put in a request for a rollaway or a crib, as per your tots requirements. Of course, these are subject to availability and you may have to pay additional charges. Get complimentary wireless Internet access, voice mail, and cable/satellite TV.
Note: All rooms are air-conditioned.
Not Suitable For Whom
* Large Family: A family with a couple of adolescents will find the rooms too small for a comfortable stay.
* An Energetic Group of friends visiting the city to see the sights and are generally an adventurous type will find the rooms cramping their style.
Guest Facilities
* The front desk is operational throughout the day and night.
* Concierge services are available.
* There is a French bistro and bar within the premises. At the Le Beauteau you can chase away those hunger pangs with cuisine that is a blend of French and Mediterranean food.
* Breakfast is available to guests for a surcharge.
* The Rooftop garden is open to all guests during specific seasons.
* Guests also have access to the patio.
* Lift available.
* Wireless Internet access is freely available in the public areas of the hotel as well as in all the guestrooms.
* Safes may be available confirm at the time of booking.
Notes for Guests
* When you sign in for checking, you need to provide a photo identity and deposit by cash or credit card for any incidental charges.
* Any special request that you make, such as for an infant bed, will mean paying an additional charge.
So for the traveler with a not-too-large- budget, the Pickwick Arms Hotel is a great place to stay!
Note to the Reader: This article is not a platform for endorsing or criticizing the Pickwick Arms Hotel New York in any way it is merely giving information to the reader. You should also be aware that the Pickwick Arms Hotel New York was under renovation in 2006. In the eventuality of changes in the amenities / facilities available to guests, you should check all details at the time of booking, especially the room rates (including any taxes) and hotel policies.
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