Lovely Phillippe Starck lobby, but no room service?
For those of us in dire need of good interior design as part of one's holiday surroundings, 
The Hudson does give you a quick fix as you first walk in and reach the reception desk. 
Their terrace, lounge bar, library and restaurant are sharp and will not dissapoint you. The design of each space is bold and the dim lights in the lobby will actually help you get over the fact that you are in Manhattan and that your room is rather small.
Service was quite welcoming and friendly at the reception and concierge, but I was disappointed when I did not get a reasonable explanation as to why the hotel does not offer room service.
The cilantro conditioner and other uber cool amenities in my room were much appreciated, but really no room service?
Also their 60 dollar (or so) breakfast buffet is outrageously priced. Loved their muesli, but give me a break. Would I go back? Yes, but please can I have a sensibly priced bagel with cream cheese?