Algonquin - do not stay unless you like getting stuck in elevators
I have stayed at this hotel many times for work. It is a nice property with a good midtown location.I actually was here last year prior to the remodel and got stuck in their elevator for close to an hour. At that time, the management was very helpful and very sorry for my experience.Since then I was reassured that the elevator was fixed, it was not. Today, there were several people stuck in the elevator again. This time the manager did not leave the hotel lobby and was not overly helpful or sincere in his apology for those that were stuck in the elevator. They also did not follow New York City procedure and contact the Fire Department when such an emergency occurs. Instead, they chose to handle themselves. I will no longer use the elevator at the Algonquin Hotel and instead have to walk the 11 floors to my room. I will not be staying here again.