Faded elegance
..is the best description for this edifice. Historic doors from 1919 do not inspire much confidence! Stayed two nights end of October, really because it was across the street from Penn Station and we had an early start. Everything worked, but only after maintenance was called to release the hot tap. The entrance reminds me of Soviet era hotels with faded furniture, brown decor and reduced lighting. Likewise the lifts are part of the 1920s look. The bedroom carpet was the worst part of the room which was wrinkled (a safety hazard) and we wore socks to avoid contact with the stains. It would seem that the owners take from what is a busy hotel, but are not putting anything back to improve the fittings and fixtures. New carpets and painting would be a start. The room was airy, quiet (for New York) large with good old-fashioned high ceilings. After some hours, we smiled at this faded elegance and accepted that we were not in the Ritz.