An elegant New York classic - 181 Rooms / 54 Suites With its Beaux-Arts design and prime Midtown location just off Fifth Avenue, The Peninsula New York is a classic New York City hotel that also stands out for its top-of-the-line amenities, including a pool with a sun deck, a fantastic gym, one of the city’s best spas and techy guest room gadgets. The Peninsula brand is known for its superior technology (flat-screen TVs; control panels in the bathroom and room to adjust the temperature, lighting, television, music and outside privacy sign; a combination printer/scanner/fax machine in every room). Clement, the hotel's newest restaurant, offers a fresh contemporary American menu and using locally sourced ingredients from the surrounding areas. Also, enjoy continental fare or the famed Peninsula Afternoon Tea at The Gotham Lounge, or, better, take the elevator up to the Salon de Ning rooftop bar and lounge, with prime views of the city, thanks to its outdoor terrace. You can also get a bird’s-eye view from the gym, which boasts sweeping floor-to-ceiling views of Fifth Avenue along with its cardio and weight-training equipment, flat-screen TVs, bamboo floors and a separate studio for classes, which range from yoga to Zumba to spinning and more. The hotel’s spa, The Peninsula Spa New York is one of our favorite day spas in the Big Apple, thanks to its cozy relaxation lounges with fluffy duvet-covered beds, its sumptuous locker rooms complete with a eucalyptus steam room and sauna, and, of course, a splendid range of treatments like Biologique Recherche facials provided by the most gracious and professional therapists. But what really sets The Peninsula New York apart from other hotels is its level of personalized service. Be sure to take advantage of the friendly and helpful concierges and don’t be surprised if everyone on staff quickly knows your name and is genuinely excited to help you maximize your stay in New York City.