June 2012
Before I start this review I would like to say, we are fully aware that this hotel is not a 5* one, but as we had done our research we knew exactly what to expect and within those expectations the hotel, its staff and the location were all excellent.
We booked a double room after looking at the hotel on travel agents websites and also here so we knew that it was going to be tiny-and it was. We also knew that it might well be a little dated-it was. But it was also clean, had everything we could need and in a fantastic location-depending on the traffic you could walk from the hotel door to the entrance of Central Park well within 5 mins-as soon as you got out of the door you could see the park. There are lots of shops, restaurants, bakeries etc within a short walk and the area was quiet. 
The staff were all extremely helpful-with a special mention to Thomas and Polina who we had most dealings with. Maid service each day with fresh towels and the bed made.
The breakfast room was indeed small, but we never had more than a 5 minute wait for a table. There was plenty of things to choose from-cereal, toast, make your own waffles, fruit, yogurts, eggs, sausages etc. It may not be fine dining but considering that this was included in the price we were more than happy. 
We are planning to return at some point and we will certainly look at booking this hotel again-I dont think that there can be a higher recommendation than to say you would return to a hotel. Do your research, know what you are getting and you will be fine!