PLEASANTLY SURPRISED!
I was pleasantly surprised when I visited a friend who was vacationing in New York City recently and staying at the Larchmont Hotel. At first I was a little reluctant about sharing a bathroom and shower with a floor full of guests, however, the bathrooms were always clean and always available when I needed them. The staff was especially nice--for example, Jose was kind enough to bring us 2 or 3 cups of ice and a couple extra bars of soap, per our request . The rooms are clean and comfortable. The air conditioner worked well and cooled off the room in 10 minutes. The ceiling fan also provided comfort during a long stretch of hot weather in mid-July. The 15 inch flat screen television and Wifi Internet service worked. The modest breakfast included coffee, juice, toast and danish, which is all I need to start out the day! There is a really nice restaurant down the streetfrom the hotel on the corner--the French Roast (I think) that offers a great full service breakfast for those who need it. Lastly, the price was unbelievable for NYC. I give 4 and one half stars to the Larchmont and will be staying there again!