Always My First Choice
Charming European atmosphere, inviting lobby, great staff, clean and crisp. Nicely re-done bathrooms, excellent CA (a gift in an older hotel!).
When I asked I was given a bar refrigerator at no charge.
1 1/2 blocks from Zabars - this in and of itself is a major plus! 1 block from the subway, steps to dozens of moderately priced and excellent restaurants on Amsterdam Ave.
For sure try "Good enough To Eat" (family friendly, among all its other pluses) and "Cafe Deux Margots" (yes, I get the pun) for dessert.