Fit for a King (and Queen)
Having never been to New York City (let alone the United States), I did what any discerning 'Gen.ME' traveller would do and googled 'best+hotels+nyc'. So, take a wild guess at which search result came up repeatedly? That's right, The New York Palace...and now I know why:
I arrived at the John F. Kennedy International Airport tired, irritable and yet somehow, terribly excited. After collecting my luggage and saying farewell to new travel friends, I trudged toward the terminal exit. There, I found my best friend Christoph (from Bavaria, Germany) and Carlos (our Limousine Driver) waiting for me! After hugs, laughs and general conversation, Carlos directed us to the Airport parking lot. There we found our very own, long, black, polished limousine...
As we cruised down 495 Expressway, the sky slipped into something a little more comfortable; night. We sung along to tunes and knocked back a few drinks while Carlos offered interesting facts about the city (when he could get a word in). Before we knew it, we weren't observing infamous New York City lights from a television or afar, but were amidst it - amongst it, and ready to bite The Apple!
[A limousine is a lovely introduction to the finesse, grace and old-world glamour that is this The New York Palace Hotel. If you can - book yourself a stretch!]
We arrived at The Palace at around 8:30pm...the night crackled with opportunity the way that fireworks burst in the sky. We enjoyed polite banter with concierge, admired the old-world Palace street-side entrance, and were then shown to our elegant room. 
I must say that it's very easy to become engaged with fine details that the Palace employ. Sophisticated flower arrangements, high-quality maintenance of an old-world building (visible upon inspection) and staff who appear to be selected with a charming balance of personality and etiquette. 
Not ten-minutes after entering our room, we embarked on an enthusiastic walk (near-run) to Times Square (don't pack your runners - it's less than a few blocks!). After drinking up the intoxicating high-energy of Times Square and taking a bite at Hard Rock Cafe, we walked 'home', in a daze, ready for a soft pillow 'landing'. 
It wasn't apparent until the sun broke our sleep, just how special this room was. We enjoyed two comfortable Queen Beds, large window with city-view, large marble bathroom and plenty of space for plenty of 'things'. With an evening turn-down service, delightful common areas and a stupendous front-entrance, coming 'home' every evening was an absolute delight.
While we didn't make time for their infamous restaurant, we did enjoy delectable scents as we walked into the night on further adventures. I believe that the restaurant and spa service will be next on our 'to-do' list at The Palace...
Oh yes, that's right - we'll most certainly be back!