ROGER SMITH HOTEL, New York – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms with Character
The Roger Smith Hotel offers 130 guest rooms, each individually decorated in a New England country home style. Rooms include cable TV, a coffee maker, and a refrigerator. Some rooms have kitchenettes with a microwave, minibar, and tea/coffee maker. Junior suites and one-bedroom suites accommodate up to two adults and two children, with options for king, queen, or twin beds. Bath amenities by Beekman 1802, live plants, and book collections add a personal touch. Soundproof windows block street noise.
Dining and Drinks
The hotel's on-site restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a mix of gourmet dishes and traditional American fare. Henry's Rooftop Bar, on the 16th floor, offers cocktails, beer, wine, and snacks with views of Midtown Manhattan. The bar has a casual, speakeasy vibe and is open to guests and non-guests.
Art and Events
The Roger Smith Hotel houses the Lab Gallery, featuring rotating exhibitions from local and international artists. The lobby and ground-floor bar display large murals and metal reliefs. The facade includes a sculpture by artist and owner James Knowles. The hotel hosts events, live entertainment, and pop-up stores, with five meeting rooms available-one has a terrace with Chrysler Building views.
Nearby Attractions
The hotel is a 5-minute walk from the 51st Street IRT Lexington Avenue Line and a 10-minute walk to Grand Central Terminal. Key landmarks within walking distance include the United Nations, Chrysler Building, Rockefeller Center, Times Square, and Central Park. The Museum of Modern Art is 1 km away, and Broadway theaters are 1.5 km from the hotel.
Amenities and Services
Guests get free Wi-Fi, gym passes to New York Sports Club, and DVD rentals from an extensive movie library. The hotel provides free local calls and snacks like yogurt, granola, and green apples. Safety features include carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, and a security system. Ironing facilities, air conditioning, and hair dryers are standard in all rooms.
Must-do experiences
- Stroll through Central Park and catch a live performance at Bethesda.
- Savor the iconic pastrami sandwich at Katz's Delicatessen.
- Visit the High Line for stunning views and unique urban art.
- Explore the immersive exhibits at the Tenement Museum on the Lower East Side.
- Check out Chelsea Market for a variety of local eats and artisanal goods.
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Amenities
General
- Non-smoking property
- Free internet access
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Wheelchair access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
Guest Parking
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Car hire
- Laundry
Dining
- Bar/ Lounge area
Children
- Cots
Room features
- In-room safe
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable/ Satellite television
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor