Beards, beards, beards
Get ready for a packed, loud, groover lounge upon arrival of this steampunk type hotel. Rooms are a bit on the small size but so what else is new in New York City. I had a "small" room that was just that...small. Bed was very comfortable. The television media was very interesting. They have their own sort of network. Easy to navigate. Bathroom was well equipped and I especially liked the small handsoap on a rope (no, it's not what you think). There's enough white noise in the hallyway, room to dull the outside street chaos. Staff is very friendly. You will notice that everyone with the exception of the females are sporting beards. Stay tuned on that phenomenon. 
Great restaurants are a part of the scene as well. Breslins and John Dory. There's also Stumphump for coffee. I'll come back if it's for a couple of nights. Any longer and I'll probably look elswhere. I'm an old codger and like my sleep. Happy trails.