Hotel Plaza AtheneevsThe Standard, High Line
The Standard, High Line and Hotel Plaza Athenee New York are both recommended by expert reviewers. Overall, The Standard, High Line ranks marginally better than Hotel Plaza Athenee New York. The Standard, High Line comes in at 85 with praise from 18 reviewers such as Oyster, Travel + Leisure and Lonely Planet.
Hotel Plaza Athenee Show All Reviews
37 E 64th St, New York City, NY 10065
From $399/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"This hideaway in New York's most elegant neighborhood (the stretch of Madison Ave. in the 60s) is elegant, luxurious, and oozing with sophistication." Full review
Concierge
"The quintessential Upper East Side residential nest, this collection of 149 rooms and suites is decorated with Asian and European silks, framed prints, and striped drapes."
Fodor's
"Positioned unobtrusively by Central Park on the Upper East Side, the Plaza Athénée... makes stellar service a priority." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"One of the few independent hotels left in Manhattan, this 142-room bijou is cherished by Europeans (and savvy celebrities) for its intimacy and attentive staff." Full review
Star Service
"More than a quarter of the rooms are elegant suites and studios, with the decadent and panoramic Terrace Suites among the city's most sought-after accommodations. " Full review
BlackBook
"On a blessed tree-lined block just off the otherworldly Madison Avenue scene. Parisian polish and services, with regal extras."
Zagat
4.0
"The "impeccable" service at this "upscale" (but "not snooty") Upper Eastsider "distinguishes it from other hotels" thanks to "excellent" staffers who make sure "every request is taken care of"."
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"The exclusive hotel blends seamlessly with the ritzy residential neighborhood just off of Central Park, and staff has plenty of experience assisting celebrity clientele." Full review
Gayot
"While the opulence of this time-honored enclave makes it appear suitable only for royalty, mere mortals --- or rather, well-heeled commoners --- are heartily welcomed."
Jetsetter
"Classic Upper East Side boutique famous for its European grandeur, detail-oriented service, and celebrity clientele one block from Central Park." Full review
The Standard, High Line Show All Reviews
848 Washington Street, New York City, NY 10014
From $135/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide
"With the High Line running under it, fabulous views from its rooms and a bevy of trendy food and nightlife options on hand, André Balazs’ Standard Hotel is just about too hip for its own..."
Michelin Guide
"The rooms are the very definition of clean and uncluttered contemporary design sprinkled with the sexy styling of the 1950s."
Concierge
"Despite its location and never-ending buzz, this is one of the city's relatively reasonable hotels, made clear by the unmemorable yet inoffensive Design Within Reach–style decor."
Oyster
Upscale
"Offers 338 light-flooded, ultra-mod rooms with panoramic views of the city; one restaurant, several popular bars; and excellent service." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Practically every room has stunning skyline or Hudson River vistas. Vast swaths of glass work to that end." Full review
Time Out
"Straddling the High Line, the retro 18-story structure has been configured to give each room an exhilarating view, either of the river or a midtown cityscape." Full review
Star Service
"The High Line Hotel has a venerable verve and a laidback aesthetic that works well with its coffeehouse decor." Full review
BlackBook
"Looking like a giant friendly robot in mid-stride over the High Line, latest Andre Balazs project a stunning retro-futuristic addition to the MePa skyline."
Zagat
3.8
"There's "nothing standard" about this "architecturally stunning", Meatpacking District "hipster" haunt boasting "spectacular" views."
Village Voice
Best of NYC
"The Standard Hotel has become a monument of the young peoples' New York City." Full review