Whom You Know: Big Apple Business: Hotel Elysée

Wednesday, March 24, 2010

Big Apple Business: Hotel Elysée

Built in the 1920's, the Hotel Elysée in New York City is named for one of the finest French Restaurants of that era. Once a playground for the rich and eccentric, the Hotel Elysée has also been home to movie stars, artists, writers and intellectuals. Luxurious yet intimate, the Hotel Elysée in midtown Manhattan is an oasis of luxury, elegance and peace close to the vibrant heart of New York City. With its premier location in Manhattan the Hotel Elysée is the perfect destination for exploring the best of New York City. The timeless style of classic “Old New York” sets the stage for an unforgettable experience in one of Manhattan’s most desirable neighborhoods. Situated on East 54th Street between Madison and Park Avenues, the Hotel Elysée is in the midst of some of the most elegant shopping, dining and cultural experiences in New York City. With the romantic ambiance and gracious service of a private country inn, the Hotel Elysée is consistently acclaimed as one of New York City’s best loved hotels.

History
We love love love history at Whom You Know! The Swiss-born Max Haering originally conceived the Elysée in 1926 as a European-style hotel for the carriage trade. The concept of the hotel was to offer that same “discreet and uncompromising” personalized service. After the owner’s Mayer Quain’s death, his children eclectically designed each room so that no two were alike, each has its own unique and whimsical personality. In lieu of traditional numbers, the rooms were named to reflect their individual theme.

Location
Standing mid-block on East 54th Street, between Madison and Park Avenues, the Hotel Elysée’s low-key graciousness could be the explanation for its popularity among writers. Could Peachy Deegan be one of them? The Hotel Elysée offers guests perhaps the most outstanding and desirable location in New York City; situated on 54th Street, the Elysée is within walking distance of some of the world’s best shopping, countless mid-town corporate headquarters, cultural attractions (such as the Museum of Modern Art) and many of the most popular restaurants in Manhattan.

Public Areas
In addition to offering one of the most convenient midtown addresses for Manhattan business travelers, the Hotel Elysée provides a refined business environment with a wealth of amenities and services to give business travelers the hotel convenience they need. Far beyond an ordinary hotel, the Hotel Elysée’s private clubroom provides travelers with a convenient place for one on one informal meetings throughout the day. Very unique for Manhattan New York hotels, the Hotel Elysee caters to the business traveler with very accommodating amenities and services. For a more formal meeting for up to eight guests, the Hotel Elysée has an intimate conference room adjacent to the club room.

Accommodations
The Hotel Elysée is unlike any of the other luxury hotels in midtown Manhattan offering unique accommodations while lodging in New York City. For generations, leading figures in the arts and business world have continued to stay at the Elysée while visiting New York City. With only 103 rooms, the Hotel Elysée combines the charm and the intimacy of a country inn with the supreme comfort and service of a luxury boutique hotel in midtown Manhattan. Lodging in New York City has never felt so inviting.

Guest room features
All of Hotel Elysée New York's guest rooms (87 rooms, 3 junior suites, 10 suites, 3 premier suites) feature hair dryers, in-room safes, mini bars, complimentary high speed wireless internet access, accommodating writing desk, two-line phones, iHome MP3 Dock / Alarm Clock Radio, voice mail, flat panel LCD televisions, plush cotton robes and a variety of Gilchrist and Soames bath amenities in our luxurious marble bathrooms. Each boutique guest room has windows that open and individual air temperature control. Some rooms have unique features such as terraces, kitchenettes or solariums. All rooms are non-smoking.

Guest services
HKHotels signature amenities include Complimentary Continental breakfast buffet is served in the lobby from 7 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Monday to Friday and 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. Complimentary cappuccino, espresso, café au lait, tea, gourmet coffee, cookies, and fresh fruit available free of charge to guests throughout the day. A selection of Italian wines, Prosecco and imported and domestic cheeses are served Monday to Friday from 5pm to 8 p.m. Valet parking is available. Other services and amenities include: a 24-hour concierge desk; business center services; babysitting services; same-day laundry and dry cleaning; and meeting and party planning assistance. A pc high speed internet access and printer is also available in the Clubroom on a complimentary basis for guests’ use. Complimentary newspapers, magazines, and books are available at all times.The hotel’s multi-lingual staff offers personalized assistance for every need including airline reservations, baby-sitting, sightseeing, current attraction tickets, business services and much more.

Health Club
Hotel guests receive complimentary passes to the New York Sports Club at Park Avenue and E. 57th St. Hours are Monday to Friday from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Awards
Voted Top ten hotels by the members of TripAdvisor
Named "Best Small New York Hotel" by Travel & Leisure magazine
Named Best Romantic Hotel by Best of City Search 2003 and 2006
HKHotels Signature Style of Hospitality and Value

Whom You Know looks forward to telling you more about Hotel Elysee in future posts!

At HKHotels guests enjoy great value, with all rates including the following amenities at no extra charge:

*Bountiful European style breakfast buffet

*Selection of coffee, tea, juices, cookies, and fruits throughout the day

*Wine & cheese reception evenings from5pm-8 pm

*Complimentary wireless high speed Internet access

*Evening turndown service

*Complimentary passes to nearby New York Sports Club

Address Hotel Elysée
60 East 54th Street
New York, NY 10022

Telephone (212)753-1066
Facsimile (212) 685-7771

E-mail info@elyseehotel.com

Website www.elyseehotel.com

US toll-free (800) 535-9733

Owner HKHotels/ Henry Kallan

General Manager John Avina

For reservations, call Hotel Elysée at (212)753-1066

Visit www.elyseehotel.com or www.hkhotels.com

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