A Find in Manhattan
We chose the Surrey for our four-night visit to Manhattan in March, and were glad we did. Our choice was based on reading dozens of reviews, tips on "trevelers room preferences", and on the bad experience during our last trip in 2004 when we chose a mid-level hotel in the East 50s. After three nights in a noisy, overheated room with no temperature controls, sleep deprivation ruined our visit and made us decide not to return to the city any time soon.
Reading reviews made clear that location matters, that we would have to look at luxury as well as mid-range hotels, and that even then there were no guaranteed of a quiet night's sleep.Fortunately, after a room change, we found a quiet, comfortable room. No noise from inside or outside, excellent bed, handy temperature control. Other reviewers often note the Surrey's skillful and friendly service, upscale ambience, spotless rooms, luxury bedding, and excellent location. We agree with them. A few even mention good sleep and provide tips for finding the quietest rooms. We particularly appreciate these last because they focus on what we find important and because we found them at the Surrey.