Ace Hotel New York, New York

Ace Hotel New York - A historic Midtown landmark with mosaic floors, creative dining, and a vibrant lobby workspace

Located in the rapidly evolving NoMad area, Ace Hotel New York occupies a historic turn-of-the-century building featuring original mosaic tile flooring and stained-glass ceilings. This New York City hotel offers two restaurants, a sandwich shop, and a coffee bar, alongside the lobby bar where artists and creatives gather daily. The property's towering ceilings and large columns define the dimly lit lobby space, decorated with flea-market-inspired seating. A basement fitness center provides basic exercise equipment. The location offers strategic access to Manhattan landmarks, situated 5 minutes from 34th Street-Herald Square and a 20-minute walk from Grand Central. Guest rooms feature modern amenities including flat-screen TVs and iPod docks. The property's French restaurant Koloman, led by Chef Markus Glocker, blends Parisian creativity with Viennese tradition.

Pros

Original architectural features including mosaic floors and stained-glass ceilings remain intact

The lobby serves as a popular workspace and meeting spot for creative professionals

Chef Markus Glocker's Koloman restaurant offers Michelin-guide featured dining

Multiple dining options from casual to upscale all under one roof

Cons

9.5 miles distance from LaGuardia Airport

The surrounding area can get busy due to its location between major thoroughfares