Disappointing experience in multiple ways
This hotel is definitely well located for the business traveler, but so are the other 25 hotels within a 4 block radius. This means that to stand out, a hotel like this would have to be firing on all cylinders to give you a satisfactory experience, but this was not the case for me.
The hotel staff was somehow engaged at best, while going all the way to rude in some instances. The front desk attendant didn't even bother to check for the type of room I requested upon check in, and the motor lobby staff and particularly the parking attendants are simply disrespectful (particularly considering that you'll pay $51 x night to have them valet your car).
The rooms are small and old looking, with bathrooms that are even smaller than you'd expect in a hotel in NY. A room with a lovely view means you'll see a nice wall of concrete from your bed, and hopefully get a glimpse of the lake in between the buildings accross the street. Oh, and yes, be prepared to pay for your internet access even if your room rate is over $250 x night + tax.
The lobby is one of the noisiest ones I've been in, making it hard to even talk on your cell or hold a conversation, but at least the bar is well stocked and the waiters are friendly and quick.
I am definitely going to consider other locations before booking this hotel again.