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The KnickerbockervsThe New York EDITION
Both The Knickerbocker and The New York EDITION are highly recommended by expert writers. Overall, The Knickerbocker is the choice of most professionals compared to The New York EDITION. The Knickerbocker has a TripExpert Score of 86 with endorsements from 12 publications including Zagat, Forbes Travel Guide and The Telegraph.
The Knickerbocker
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Frommer's
6 Times Square, New York City, NY 10036
From $749/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Star Service "Across from the 50th Street subway station...this groundbreaking hotel may harbor a cool vibe in the lobby...but the best is actually reserved for upstairs." Full review
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Request a high floor with an East River view.
Fodor's "Rooms in the landmark building are sleek and contemporary–-and perfect for a good night's sleep, thanks to fabulous beds, sound-proof windows, and blackout drapes." Full review
Gayot "This luxury hotel in Times Square was founded by legendary businessman John Jacob Astor IV."
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Originally opened in 1906 by John Jacob Astor, the 330-room Knickerbocker is back in business after a luxurious, $240-million refurbishment." Full review
Travel + Leisure "This Beaux Arts-style landmark property recently reopened as a hotel for the first time in almost a century." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "All 330 guest rooms have a very contemporary luxury look with modern amenities such as plush beds, down pillows, flatscreen Smart TVs, free WiFi." Full review
Jetsetter "Times Square landmark turned elegant urban sleep, with food by Charlie Palmer, a sprawling rooftop bar and iconic views." Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"This Beaux-Arts landmark... has never felt so sumptuous." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"For those inclined to brave the wild refuge that is Times Square, check into The Knickerbocker Hotel." Full review
Frommer's "Set in a landmarked, 1902 Beaux Arts beaut of a skyscraper, the hotel makes smart use of the building’s grand bones: guest rooms all have soaring 12-foot ceilings and massive windows." Full review
The New York EDITION Gayot
Zagat Travel + Leisure Forbes Travel Guide Jetsetter The Telegraph
Mr & Mrs Smith Condé Nast Traveler
Oyster Fodor's Show All Reviews
5 Madison Ave, New York City, NY 10010
From $421/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Gayot "Sophisticated decor includes oversize paneled walnut headboards, a sleek neutral color palette and fur throw-covered beds."
Zagat "The historic MetLife clock tower overlooking Madison Square Park has been revived as a luxury hotel whose understated vibe stands in stark contrast to the bustle of NoMad just outside its doors."
Travel + Leisure "The 273 rooms have sleek furniture and sizable showers, and many look out on the Empire State Building." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"Taking up residence in a historic clock tower (once the tallest building in the city), The New York Edition is the epitome of understated elegance." Full review
Jetsetter "New York it-spot in a Madison Square Park landmark with a destination restaurant and a buzzy library bar." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"This was once the tallest building in the world and modelled after the bell tower of Venice’s St. Mark’s Basilica. Today, it’s a modern, airy clubhouse." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "It’s bang on Madison Square, literally eye-to-eye with the Flatiron, but you’ll not hear one siren squeal; one yellow cab beep; or even the shouts from an overzealous frat party." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Award
"The Edition is a couple hundred dollars less than the luxury mainstays you'd find further uptown, but it's just as comfortable." Full review
OysterLuxury
"The historic 1909 Met Life clocktower that the property resides in is a highlight in itself, while another top perk is the on-site Michelin-starred restaurant." Full review
Fodor's "Based around the “hotel as a private home,” this is the sort of house you hope to get invited to dinner." Full review
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Should the Lobby Bar be too much of a scene, jog upstairs to the Bar, adjacent to Clocktower, for pints and flights and a round of pool.
