New York City with Kids: Where to Stay & What to Do

© The New York Palace

The New York Palace feels just like its name implies – a grand, modern-day palace. If you are traveling with a little girl who wants to be a princess, check into this unique hotel in the heart of Midtown Manhattan. You will be steps away from New York City’s best shops and attractions. The hotel recently completed a $140-million renovation project and offers 909 rooms and suites. The stunning 5,000-square-foot Champagne Suite is spread across three floors and connected by winding marble staircases. The Champagne Suite offers a breathtaking view of St. Patrick’s Cathedral and features a 10-seat formal dining room, a fully stocked wine cave and a 29-foot-wide mural by French artists Alex et Marine.

The New York Palace Spa provides massage therapies, facials, body treatments and in-room services. Midtown East gym has large windows with a view, steam rooms, top-of-the-line equipment, and complimentary exercise clothing. Pomme Palace is a French cafe that serves everything from macaroons and miniature fruit tarts to 72-hour braised short rib sandwiches and French onion soup. Trouble’s Trust is a cocktail bar with a modern design. Tavern on 51 was inspired by old New York and has period details such as stained glass windows.

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Families get to choose from several types of room and suite layouts at the Viceroy New York, many with Central Park views. The hotel is located on West 57th Street between 6th and 7th Avenues. You will enter through a stunning double-height lobby before heading to your stylish guest room. The hotel has two restaurants: Kingside Restaurant serves New American cuisine and the Roof features a stylish outdoor terrace with panoramic views. The hotel has a 24-hour fitness center and free internet. (855–647–1619).

© Loews Regency New York Hotel

Loews Regency New York is located right next to the best shopping, sightseeing and famous museums. Signature amenities include Frette sheets, high-speed internet and an ergonomic desk chair if have to do some work while on your family vacation. Work out at the Fitness Center with sauna, personal trainers, massage therapists and Pilates instructors. Julien Farel Restore Salon & Spa is a 10,000-square-foot oasis with floor-to-ceiling windows, a plush lounge and a diverse menu of services. The Regency Bar & Grill serves new American cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Sant Ambroeus Coffee Bar offers quick snacks and great coffee (877-878-6204) .

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The 70 park avenue offers 205 luxury rooms with 42" flat screen high definition TVs, CD/DVD players and Soundmatters MAINstage sound system. Guests receive complimentary WiFi high speed Internet access throughout the hotel. The 30 connecting rooms make it a good choice for a family vacation in the city. The hotel is pet friendly. Silverleaf Coffee & Tea serves coffees, pastries and snacks. Silverleaf Tavern serves cocktails every day except Sundays. Fifth Avenue shopping, Union Square, Bryant Park, the United Nations, the Rockefeller Center, Broadway, museums and nightlife are within easy walking distance of the hotel. (877-707-2752).

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Grand Hyatt New York is located in Midtown Manhattan, near Times Square, Broadway theaters, the Rockefeller Center and Fifth Avenue shopping. The hotel has a beautiful lobby with high ceilings, plush sitting areas and a water feature. There are 1,311 renovated guest rooms and suites, many with scenic city views. If you are visiting the city on business, the hotel guest rooms have work desks and high-speed internet access. There is also a full-service 24-hour Business Center and 24-hour room service. Stay fit on your getaway by working out in the 24-hour gym, or do yoga. (212 883 1234).

 

Located on Central Park South, Park Lane Hotel is a 46-story hotel offering spectacular Central Park views. Guest rooms and hotel common areas are decorated in grand European style and have large windows through which you can enjoy the view. Because of its location, all the hotel has to do is keep its windows clean. It does that and a lot more. The recently renovated executive level, located on floors 25 through 46, offers vacationers additional luxury amenities. Take advantage of the concierge staff to get reservations at exclusive restaurants, spas and shops. Ask for help with last minute tickets for performances at the nearby Lincoln Center and Carnegie Hall. The restaurant serves lunch, dinner, Sunday brunch and many holiday celebrations. Harry's bar and lounge is a popular hangout for New Yorkers and visitors alike. The hotel has a fitness center, garage, and accepts dogs under 20 pounds. The hotel allows you to check in with a dog under 20 pounds (212-371-4000).

 

The Michelangelo Hotel is ideally located near Broadway theaters. In addition, the hotel offers some of the largest rooms in the city. Guests receive complimentary coffee and tea served Italian Style in the Lobby Lounge. Other conveniences include a turndown service, multi-lingual concierge staff, 24-hour fitness center and 24-hour room service. There are 178 rooms and suites decorated in three distinct styles: art deco, country French and neoclassical. Guest rooms average 475 square feet in size and feature marble foyers, sitting areas, king size beds and two television sets. Guest bathrooms have bidets and large bathtubs - you can take a relaxing bath as soon as you check in. The hotel restaurant Insieme serves Italian dishes with a contemporary twist. The Lobby Lounge offers a variety of drinks. VacationIdea.com Vacation Tip: Check in during the holidays and take the kids to see the amazing Christmas tree at the Rockefeller Center. ( 212 7651900).

 

The Lowell is located on the fashionable Upper East Side, a block from Central Park, Madison Avenue shopping and great restaurants. Take a walk in the park, see a Broadway show and visit famous museums. Guest rooms feature marble bathrooms, full service kitchens, 3 telephones and complimentary wireless high-speed internet access. Rooms measure about 400 square feet in size. (212.838.1400).

 

Union Square is a vibrant neighborhood featuring the the world-famous Greenmarket, a historic park, great restaurants, shops and entertainment options. Hyatt Union Square New York is perfectly positioned to give you access to everything the area has to offer. Designed by the renowned interior designer Paul Vega, the hotel's interiors reflect urban design with natural touches. The building has a historic facade and a 23-foot high ceiling which welcome the visitor into this unique space. The hotel has 178 modern rooms and suites with plush Grand Bed. Each room has a 37-inch flat screen TV & Geneva Sound System, iPad Check-In, complimentary Wi-Fi access in all public areas and a 24 hour StayFit gym. Dining options the whole family can enjoy include The Fourth: All-day American Brasserie and SingL Lounge. If you are planning a special event, you can rent one of the rooms with private landscaped terraces. (212-253-1234).

 

The Chambers Hotel is a luxury New Yorkboutique hotel next to Manhattan's 5th Avenue at 56th Street. You'll be close to some of the city's best shopping, dining and entertainment venues. There are 72 romantic boutique guestrooms and 5 suites, two with terraces. Rooms feature high ceilings and Turkish rugs which create a loft-like ambiance. Town restaurant and bar serves contemporary cuisine. The space has an intimate balcony with low tables and settees, perfect for conversation. Personal yoga instruction, in-room massageand free passes to the New York Sports Club are available to hotel guests. The hotel is located on West 56th Street, between 5th and 6th Avenues. Room start at $395 per night (212-974-5656).

 

Just one subway stop from Manhattan, the newly opened Wythe Hotel is a great place to stay if you want to enjoy scenic views of the Manhattan skyline and explore the boutiques, galleries and restaurants in the Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn. There are 72 guest rooms on 8 stories, as well as four lofts, two of which have private roof decks. The 6th floor rooftop bar and terrace Ides overlooks Manhattan and Brooklyn. Reynard on the ground floor serves American fare and seasonal cocktails. The hotel also has a 60-seat screening room. Ask for one of the rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows facing Manhattan to get the best view. The hotel is housed in a building that dates back to 1901. The restoration preserved many historic features, including 13 foot high original timber ceilings, arched windows and cast-iron columns. Guest accommodations feature radiant heat concrete floors, custom amenities and works by local artists.

 

The Pierre is a landmark hotel is located right next to Central Park. Book a room with a view of the park and enjoy easy access to some of the city's most famous attractions. The Pierre is popular with couples and honeymooners who want to stay at a premier address in Manhattan. You will be close to the shops on Madison Avenue and the museums such as the Met, Guggenheim, Whitney and the Frick. The hotel completed a meticulous $100 million renovation with new guestroom and bath interiors. The first floor public areas were reconfigured to accommodate a new restaurant and lobby lounge.

Jiva Spa draws its inspiration from ancient Indian healing techniques, letting vacationers choose from a diverse menu of rejuvenating holistic treatments. Treat your body and mind with these pampering spa techniques at this amazing spa. (212-838-8000).

 

60 Thompson is located between Spring and Broome streets in Manhattan's Soho district. You'll be close to stylish shops and restaurants in the area. There are 100 guest rooms and suites, including a duplex penthouse loft with a private garden deck. Guest rooms feature Frette linens and robes, pure down bedding, DVD and CD players, and pantries stocked with gourmet items from Dean & DeLuca gourmet food shop. Kittichai is an authentic gourmet Thai restaurant. There is also a lounge and bar located on the second floor and a members only rooftop bar named A 60. The hotel's location makes it easily reachable by car or subway. (877-431-0400).

 

Casablanca Hotel features unique Moroccan decor and central location in New York's Times Square. The hotel is near the city's hottest attractions, shows and restaurants. Rick's Cafe on the second floor offers a relaxing setting, complete with a fireplace, classical music, TV and books. Free breakfast is served in the morning, while wine & cheese are offered each weekday evening. For lunch, head to Tony's di Napoli Restaurant which serves family-style Italian cuisine.

There are 48 luxury rooms and suites, decorated with unique tapestries, paintings and ornamental moldings. The rooms are soundproof so that you can get a good night's sleep right in the heart of Times Square. Stay fit while you travel by working out at the New York Sports Club which has a pool, sauna, weights and exercise machines (the hotel will give you a free pass). (212-869-1212).

 

Named after the neighborhood it's located in, NoMad (North of Madison Square Park) is a hotel inspired by the classic grand hotels of Europe with a NY twist. The hotel has 168 guest rooms and suites with a residential feel, featuring custom furnishings and original artwork. The freestanding clawfoot bathtubs add a romantic touch to the bathrooms. In the bedrooms, you will find handmade vintage Heriz rugs, Portraits De Villes photographs and modern amenities such as iHome docking stations and large flat screen LCD HD televisions. If you are planning a honeymoon, book the Suite Royale which measures 1,100 square feet and has a 700 square foot private terrace.

There are several dining options available at the hotel, including the sunlit Atrium with a pyramidal glass roof, the Dining Room with dark oak furnishings and the Fireplace offering signature family-style meals. The library serves light fare during the day and cocktails at night. The Rooftop includes a bar and restaurant with a five-course tasting menu by Chef Daniel Humm. The hotel is located at 28th Street and Broadway in Manhattan.

 

Langham Place, Fifth Avenue is a landmark hotel located on Fifth Avenue in New York City. Towering 60 stories into the sky, this hotel represents style and sophistication. Signature services make a stay at the Langham a great experience, even for the most veteran travelers. The property enjoys a worldwide reputation for impeccable service, attracting both business and leisure travelers. There are 214 rooms and suites. Many of the rooms are very spacious, giving your the experience of a small private apartment. Inside the rooms, you will find Pratesi linens, Duxiana beds, artwork and full-length windows with city views. Hand-selected Rosewood, Walnut and Calacatta Marble is used in the bathrooms.

Ai Fiori is an elegant restaurant serving Mediterranean, European and world cuisines. Measure bar and lounge has both British and American decor accents. The drink menu includes classic cocktails, new and old world wines, and the best beers you can find in NYC. The cocktails are from a world famous mixologist. Measure lounge serves breakfast the morning and live jazz too in the evenings. The spa has 11 private spa rooms, including couples' treatment rooms. Stone vanities, limestone and black oak floors make the ambiance just perfect for a relaxing afternoon. Guests get to choose from many organic and natural treatments. (212-695 4005).

 

Located in lower Manhattan on the crossroads of business and leisure, Conrad New York is an all-suite getaway with spectacular views of the Hudson River. There is a virtual concierge which lets you make requests using a television, laptop, touch pad or smartphone. Whether you need to make dining reservations, order room service or extra pillows, you can do so with a touch of a button. There are 463 oversized guest suites with separate living and sleeping areas. The luxury suites have two flat-screen TVs, espresso machines and Wi-Fi access. Ask for one of the Superior River View Suites which are located on the the highest floors and offer some of the best river views.

The luxury suites feature light wood decor, contemporary artwork throughout the suite, rainfall shower, Aromatherapy Associates toiletries and plush bathrobes and slippers. ATRIO Wine Bar & Restaurant serves a selection of delicious entrees. The Loopy Doopy Rooftop Bar is open during the warmer season and offers spectacular views of the Hudson River and Lower Manhattan. The bar offers a wide selection of beer, wines and small dishes, as well as innovative cocktails, such as the infamous "Boozy Icepop" served in a glass of Prosecco. (212.945.0100).

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Ink48 is located in Midtown Manhattan, offering spectacular city and Hudson River views. Inside, guests find stylish, welcoming interiors and attantive service. The building was once a printing house and is located at the corners of 11th Avenue and West 48th Street, just a block away from the river, Times Square, Javits Center and the Manhattan Cruise Terminal. You will be within close to first-rate shopping, Broadway theaters, Central Park gardens and museums. The hotel's 222 guestrooms and suites are inspired by contemporary loft design. This is a Kimpton-brand Hotel, which means that guests have access to pet-friendly amenities and other luxury services.

Print restaurant serves dishes made from fresh regional farm produce in a rooftop setting. The distinguished Press Lounge NYC comes with a glass-enclosed rooftop bar on the 16th floor of the hotel, offering various cocktails and a menu of light dishes with sweeping views of the river and the Manhattan skyline. InkSpa, located on the second floor, has a Zen garden, a Swiss shower area, a private treatment quarter and a couple's treatment room. The in-house fitness center is available 24/7 for strength exercises, body workouts and yoga that will keep you fit and trim throughout your stay. Take advantage of the complimentary bicycle program and explore Manhattan by bike. The hotel offers versatile indoor and outdoor event spaces which are ideal for weddings, conferences and other events. The Press Lounge can accommodate up to 300 guests and has great views of Hudson River and Manhattan. (212-757-0088).

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W New York - Union Square is located at Park Avenue and 17th Street in Silicon Alley, New York City. The hotel is situated in the restored 20-story Guardian Life Building, a granite and limestone landmark building. If you are looking for unique trip ideas, try this stylish getaway in NYC. Nearby, guests can explore the famous Union Square Farmer's Market and splurge at boutique shops on Fifth and Sixth Avenues. The is located at the northeast corner of Union Square Park, near many fine restaurants, bars, and theaters. Following the W Hotels credo "Whatever, Whenever," the hotel provides a 24-hour concierge service ready to fulfill even the most unusual requests. The hotel features the 3,000-square-foot Underbar, one of Manhattan's nightlife hot-spots. The bar offers private "niches" with curtains which provide anonymity, great for couples. There are 270 guest rooms, including 15 suites, with custom designed furniture with a whimsical touch such as an overstuffed velvet armchair, or a purple blanket. Guest rooms have a down feather bed with custom pillow-topped mattress, custom formulated Aveda bath products, bathrobes, and Turkish towels by Portico.

Olives restaurant, created by the famed Chef Todd English, has a rustic feel with its wood ovens and open wood fires. It serves Italian and Mediterranean cuisine with American interpretation, using the fresh produce from the Union Square Farmer's Market. The restaurant has wood floors, oriental carpets, and stunning park views.(212-253-9119, 877-W-HOTELS). See more great weekend trips: from NYC, Boston, Vermont and the Finger Lakes.