The Plaza Fifth Avenue
Central Park South
New York, NY United States
The Plaza Hotel is considered the "crown jewel" of Manhattan.
The Plaza Fifth Avenue presides with grace and glamour that has impressed visitors from the Four Corners of the globe.
The Plaza is 30 minutes by car to the Financial District, Wall Street at the lower tip of Manhattan.
The Plaza Fifth Avenue opened its doors on October 1, 1907, amid a flurry of impressive reports describing it as the greatest hotel in the world.
Renovated in In 1999 and 2000, all 60 suites were refurbished. Elegant and opulent restoration of lobby, restaurants, and banquet areas including restored antiques, marble custom rugs and gold leafing was completed in Fall 2000. 805 rooms. 17 floors.
The theater district is 10-20 minute cab ride (depending on traffic) or 25 minutes by foot -- The heart of the "Theater District" or "Broadway" between 42nd and 50th and Broadway and 9th Ave. is about 2 miles (20 blocks) from The Plaza.
The Plaza Fifth Avenue
at Central Park South
New York,
NY United States
Amenities
AM/FM Alarm Clock - Bar and Lounge - Barber/Beauty Shop - Business Center - Concierge - 24 Hour Front Desk - Handicapped Rooms and Facilities - Express Checkout - Hairdryers Available - Mini Bar - Modem Lines in Room - Meeting and Banquet Facilities - No Smoking Rooms and Facilities - Free Newspaper - Pets Allowed - Restaurant - Room Service - Safe Deposit Box - Shops/Commercial Services - Fitness Center or Spa - Television with Cable - Laundry and Valet Services - VIP Rooms and ServicesCheck in time is 3:00pm Check out time is 12 noon Time Zone is Eastern. American Dollars is the native currency.
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Accommodations
Standard
Room (Formerly Traditional Room): Standard Rooms are equipped with HSIA. These cozy but luxurious accommodations offer 1 Queen bed, a writing desk with fax machine and all common amenities. Location: throughout the hotel, floors 2 - 17 Beds: 1 Queen Size: 225 sq. ft. View: No exterior view, these are interior view rooms with ample light from large windows.
Fairmont Room (Formerly the Classic Room): Fairmont Rooms offer HSIA and are large accommodations with 1 King or 2 Double beds, a writing desk with fax machine and lounge table with 2 chairs. Location: throughout the hotel, floors 2 - 17 Beds: 1 King or 2 Doubles Size: 290 sq. ft. View: mostly interior views, very limited number of exterior views
Fairmont Deluxe room (Formerly The Deluxe room): The Fairmont Deluxe rooms offer HSIA and are larger than Standard or Fairmont Rooms. They feature 1 King or 2 Double beds, a writing desk with fax machine and lounge table with two chairs. Location: every floor Beds: 1 King or 2 Doubles Size: 360 sq. ft. View: interior or exterior view. No views guaranteed and there are NO PARK VIEWS
Central Park Premier: Central Park Premier rooms offer HSIA and have either 1 King or 2 Double beds with Frette linen. These are large open-concept rooms equipped with Bose wave radios, crystal ice buckets, wooden luggage racks and upgraded turndown amenities (slippers and footmats).Location: all floors, facing Central Park. Beds: 1 King or 2 Doubles Size: 400 sq. ft. View: Central Park -- rooms on floors 2 - 4 may have views partially obstructed by trees
Central
Park Suite: The Central Park Suites offer HSIA. There are 21 of these 1-Bedroom Suites and 4 of them can become a 2-
Bedroom Central Park Suite. The master bedroom has 1 Queen or 1 King bed with bathroom and there is a separate parlor. VCR player. The 1-Bedroom Suite has 1 bathroom, which is a full marble bath, located off the bedroom.
The 2-Bedroom Suite would have 2 bathrooms (there is no bathroom in the parlor, only in the bedrooms). Location: floors 2 - 15, Central Park side Beds: 1 QN or 1 KG (1-Bedroom Suite), 1 KG + 1 KG (2-Bedroom Suite)Size: 900 sq. ft. (1-Bedroom Suite) 1260 sq. ft. (2-Bedroom Suite)View: Central Park (from all rooms)Room Maximums: 1-Bedroom - 4 persons (1 QN or 1 KG + 2 rollaways) 2-Bedroom - 6 persons (2 KGs + 2 rollaways)
Fifth Avenue Suite: All equipped with HSIA. There are thirteen 1-Bedroom Fifth Avenue Suites at The Plaza. Seven of the suites can become a 2-Bedroom Suite by connecting to a Fairmont Deluxe with King bed. Fifth Avenue Suites are beautifully decorated oversize suites with separate parlor.
The suite has one bathroom, which is a full marble bath, located off the bedroom, or two bathrooms in the 2-Bedroom Suite. Location: floors 2 through 15 Beds: 1 King (1-Bedroom) or 1 King + 1 King (2-Bedroom)Size: 800 sq. ft. (1-Bedroom), 1160 sq. ft. (2-Bedroom)View: Fifth Avenue and the Pulitzer Fountain Room Maximums: 1-Bedroom - 4 persons (1 KG + 2 rollaways) 2-Bedroom - 7 persons (2 KGs + 2 rollaways + crib)
Plaza Suite: All equipped with HSIA and flat-screen computers. There are 22 1-Bedroom Plaza Suites, available with 1, 2 or 3 bedrooms. The bedroom has 1 King bed and there is a separate parlor and 2nd or 3rd bedroom options (each would have a King bed).The Plaza Specialty Suites have been magnificently restored (2003) and subtly modernized to offer comfort and luxury with fine period detail.
Meeting Facility
The Plaza Hotel was recently voted the Best Hotel in North America by the 100,000 IAPA members in over 200 countries. MEETING PLANNING The Plaza has a total of 25,986 square footage of space, featuring 18 function rooms and the World-famous Grand Ballroom with capacities from 20 to 600 people respectively.
All rooms have been restored in 18th Century Louis XV and XVI décor with silk walls and murals depicting the name of suites, marble fireplaces, and antique crystal chandeliers. The Conference Services staff can handle business meeting arrangements in the banquet rooms as well as in guest rooms and suites. SPECIAL EVENT PLANNING In New York, when you think of weddings, you inevitably think of The Plaza.
For the bride, having a fete at The Plaza is the ultimate reality. On her special day, she ascends the portico steps with her retinue of bridesmaids, family, and friends. Hordes of well-wishers greet her throughout the hotel. The mood is set as she sweeps by the Palm Court with its beautiful flowers and salon music. Wherever she is headed, the Terrace Room, The Grand Ballroom or the many beautiful smaller suites overlooking the Park or Fifth Avenue, she is surrounded by an atmosphere steeped in romance and luxury. This is The Plaza. Even a book has been written entitled A Plaza Wedding by Lawrence Harvey. Ask in the Plaza gift shop for the perfect guide in planning your wedding with every nuance of getting married at this famous hotel brought to life.
Restaurant Information
The Oak Room: Hours of Operation Tuesday from 5:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Wednesday to Saturday from 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Pre-
Theater dinner is served from 5:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. Dinner 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Located near the front desk, this formal steakhouse not only serves the finest grilled filet mignon and prime rib, cut tableside, but also offers delicate Dover sole and tender rack of lamb. There is a tempting selection of desserts including a variety of flavored Crème Brulée and The Plaza's famous cheesecake.
Our classic American steakhouse, is recognized by its sophisticated oak paneling, 25 foot high ceilings, smooth leatherback chairs and mid-century tapestries. The Oak Room Retains its private club feeling. Dress Code: Dinner: Jackets are requested but not required. Shorts, sneakers & sandals are not accepted. Reservations: required call (212) 546-5200 (5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.)
The Oak Bar: Hours of Operation Daily, 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 midnight. Located near the front desk and overlooking Central Park, the Oak Bar is New York's most famous watering hole. The Oak bar serves drinks to leading New York celebrities, business people and travelers seven days a week. Wines offered by the glass, fine martinis and upscale cigars create the best bar in New York. Dress Code: Business Casual. From Memorial Day until Labor Day, shorts, sneakers & sandals, are accepted from 11:00 a.m. ? 5:00 p.m., but not after 5:00 p.m. Reservations: No
The Palm Court: The Palm Court is located in the center of the lobby level, just off the 5th Avenue lobby. The Palm Court was modeled after the winter garden in London's Hotel Carlton and has long been recognized as one of the premier meeting places in New York City. Offers the 'Best of the Best' caviar and champagne and a Mediterranean lunch special. Home of New York City's favorite Sunday Brunch. Dress Code: Business Casual for all meal periods, except Saturday breakfast from Memorial Day until Labor Day, when casual wear/ shorts are acceptable. Reservations: Not Required
The
Oyster Bar: Hours of Operation Daily 11:30 a.m. until 12:00 midnight. Lunch menu 11:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Dinner menu 5:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Pre-Theatre Dinner 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Located at the end of the 58th Street Lobby Corridor, The Oyster Bar offers an exciting menu to please all palates. A la carte menu available daily - Daily Specials. See the bridge for a copy of the Pre-Theatre Dinner. Dress Code: Casual. Shorts are acceptable. Reservations: required -- call (212) 546-5200
One CPS: Hours of Operation Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Dinner: 5:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Located across the lobby from the Front Desk, One CPS is a privately owned (not by The Plaza) old-fashioned trendy restaurant, that has an open and airy atmosphere with modern and antique touches. The menu features new interpretations of casual American cuisine. Items range in price from $8.50 to $27.50 for appetizers and $19.00 to $39.00 for main entrées. Dress Code: Dressy Casual - coat and tie not required. Reservations: Highly recommended -- call (212) 583-1111
In-Room Dining: 24-hour In-Room Dining available
Kosher Food: Kosher food can be provided for a guest with 24-hour notice The guest will need to speak with the kitchen in order to make the arrangements. Food is ordered from an off site location.
Location
The Plaza Fifth Avenue is located at the corner of Fifth Avenue & 59th Street (Central Park South), across the street from Central Park (at the southeast corner).*John F Kennedy (JFK) 16 miles (40min drive) *La Guardia (LGA) 8 miles (30min drive) *Newark (EWR) 22 miles (50min drive)
Driving Directions
Take Van Wyck Expressway North to Long Island Expressway West to Queens-Midtown Tunnel. -Go through tunnel. -Once through tunnel bear right onto 37th Street. -At first traffic light make a right onto 3rd Avenue. -Take 3rd Avenue to 6th Street and make a left onto 60th Street to 5th Avenue. -Cross 5th Avenue bearing left around traffic circle to light. The Plaza Hotel is straight ahead.
Take Grand Central Parkway west to Triboro Bridge. -Exit right for Manhattan, pay toll and bear left for FDR Drive South. -Take FDR South to 63rd Street exit. -Turn right onto 63rd Street to 5th Avenue. -Make a left onto 5th Avenue to 6th Street. -Make a right onto 6th Street following traffic circle around to the light. The Plaza is straight ahead.
Rate DisclaimerGuarantee Policy: All reservations must be guaranteed to credit card.
Cancellation Policy: By 4pm, 24hrs prior to arrival.
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