Location, location, location
I have to admit that I came to stay here as a 'freeby' – given away with an airline promotion. Knowing nothing about the place, I was extremely surprised and pleased that it was situated next to the Natural History Museum, and almost overlooking Central Park. It is an older style hotel nicely renovated, but no frills. My room did not come anywhere near the typical American size – just a Queen bed, small but adequate bathroom, work space and wardrobe. Only complaint that the A/C is very antiquated; either full on or off, even after two complaints. However, the fact that one can walk to half dozen museums, and chose between two subway and three bus lines to get around compensates for that. A relatively nice midtown area, several reasonably priced good quality small restaurants and coffee bars nearby complete the picture.