Lucky they had room!
We went to NYC on 28 December 2011, as my wife booked a place through Trip adviosor, without reading any reviews of an apartment in 147 street. Upon arriving from europe we found out that this was a scam... The taxi driver took us to a few hotels that were full, but we fortunate to find this place at a very high price for just one night. It is understandable. The room that were given was very small and our concern was that we didn't want to sleep out on the street..... In the morning we spoke with the Front Office Manager who was really welcoming and took personal interest in our remaining stay. We did yes get the Queen Suite as the rate was over $400 per night for the 4 days of New Years and then went down to $180. All in all the money was not the issue, but I only have positive memories regarind the Hotel. It was a pity we didn't book it first time. The hotel had Tea & Coffee facilities in the room and always at the bar near the reception. Door man was very nice, mature gentle man and after 10 months to remember this means that they were really special. Rosa was a hit too! Our Room was fabulous and very spacious compared to the first night box.... If you are planinng the festive season break, don't hesitate and go ahead with the hotel. Purchase the NY Pass as it was very worth it and the 34st station is meters away from the door of the hotel. To see the ball drop at midnight was rather tiring to wait from 1400 in a que like sheep and the local inforcment NYPD were Useless (With a Capital U) in regards to the issues we had on the previous accomodation booked. They speak to you with chewing gum in the coridoor and their standards were were poor, In Malta we are not used to these standars as every one is friendly and serious. NYPD were disrespectful, and they lowered my opinion on americans full stop. .. This hotel made it up big time and THANKS YOU HOTEL METRO (In Caps) YOU WERE THE CHERRY ON THE CAKE AT THE END! XXX