| public spaces showcase original works from artists such as warhol, basquiat and damien hirst. suites add separate living areas. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. stylishly decorated by artist julian schnabel, the colorful, opulent rooms and suites have flat-screen tvs, wi-fi and mahogany drinks cabinets; many have park views. guests also have access to a private garden inside gramercy park. a block north of gramercy square, this art-filled 1920s-era hotel nurtures a downtown vibe in a residential neighborhood 5 blocks from the union square subway station. there is also a renowned italian trattoria and 2 trendy bars, plus a 24-hour fitness room and spa services (surcharge)
John F Kennedy International Airport 30 min
Central Park (19 min)
Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir. Empire State Building (12 min)
Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors. 9/11 Memorial & Museum (16 min)
Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission. The Museum of Modern Art (11 min)
Works from van Gogh to Warhol & beyond plus a sculpture garden, 2 cafes & The Modern restaurant. Statue of Liberty National Monument (15 min)
Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours, a museum & city views. Bryant Park (8 min)
Green space behind the NY Public Library's main branch, with 4 acres, a cafe and other food kiosks. Chrysler Building (8 min)
Shimmering art deco skyscraper from 1930 whose spire once made it the world's tallest building. The High Line (9 min)
Popular park 30 feet above street level on an old rail line, with river & city views. Times Square (10 min)
Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows. Rockefeller Center (10 min)
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & giant Christmas tree. Grand Central Terminal (6 min)
Iconic train station known for its grand facade & main concourse, also offering shops & dining. One World Trade Center (16 min)
A casual cafe, a bar with small plates & American fine dining with views from the 101st floor. Brooklyn Bridge (12 min)
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design. The Metropolitan Museum of Art (17 min)
A grand setting for one of the world's greatest collections of art, from ancient to contemporary. Flatiron Building (6 min)
Architect Daniel Burnham's iconic 1902 triangular tower nicknamed for its clothes iron look. | 
