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The New York Helmsley


Hotel class 3.5 of 5
212 E 42nd St, New York City, NY 10017
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5 of 5 stars
CubanboyShaun   28 contributions
Bournemouth, United Kingdom
8 Feb 2010 | Trip type: Couples New

It’s a little late in getting on here but my wife and I felt compelled to write a review for our 2nd stay at The NY Helmsley to ensure all those looking to travel to NYC know what a fab place it is. As mentioned, this was our 2nd stay at the hotel and as before, all expectations were exceeded,... more

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4 of 5 stars
recruitgal   1 contribution
Berkshire
7 Feb 2010 | Trip type: Solo travel New

This was my first time at the Helmsley, after getting a very good deal on Expedia. I arrived late and was greeted at Reception by name which was a nice surprise. They were very apologetic, but didn't have the King room I had reserved. Instead they gave me a Double-Double, which was fine. The room was pretty big, in good... more

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4 of 5 stars
Tafftraveller   58 contributions
Cardiff Wales
30 Jan 2010 | Trip type: Family

Stayed at the hotel over Christmas with my family. The hotel is in a great location, especially if you are coming from the airport by bus. It is just a short walk, two blocks, from Grand Central Station where the airport shuttle stops. Short walk to a number of places of interest. Empire State Building, Time Square. The rooms we... more

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3 of 5 stars
twilight74   9 contributions
Texas
11 Jan 2010 | Trip type: Solo travel

I booked this room under a wedding rate. The plastic sheeting at the entrance was not the most welcoming sight - I understand lobby is undergoing renovations, but an "Apologies for our dust" sign or better disguisement would have been nice. The hotel and rooms are run down. This is the first 3-star hotel I've been in that had no... more

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4 of 5 stars
carrie-ny01   59 contributions
dublin
5 Jan 2010

Had a wonderful stay at the New York Helmsley, during October 2009. I stayed here with a large group, we were in NY for a wedding, so we had about 25 rooms. The hotel staff were so helpful to us, bar the girl at the Concierge desk, but all others were great. We had a few issues with the room... more

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4 of 5 stars
TravelbugNorway   20 contributions
Norway
29 Dec 2009 | Trip type: Business
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I stayed at the Helmsley for a week and had a great time. The location on 42nd Street is excellent - just a short distance to Grand Central, for instance. When we checked in, the nice woman at the counter upgraded us, quite on her own. I love it when that happens! We had a magnificent view of the city... more

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4 of 5 stars
purewaves   11 contributions
purewaves
28 Dec 2009 | Trip type: Couples
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We had a superb stay here. Even though we live in town, we had to get a room for a few nights while renovations were being done. The room was spectacular, right on the 30th floor with a jawdropping view of the Chrysler building and the Manhattan skyline. The room had a brand new 50+ inch flat screen tv that... more

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2 of 5 stars
Lwn343   1 contribution
14 Dec 2009
1
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I'm not sure where these people are getting positive reviews. We just got back from our stay there and won't be going back. We ordered a king bed and never got one in the 5 days we stayed. No coffee makers,no microwaves,fridges,etc.staff was rude,window was broken.not even a vending machine! A coke we were told was 10$ plus tip.this place... more

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1 of 5 stars
XXTL   1 contribution
Helsinki
7 Dec 2009 | Trip type: Family
1
person found this review helpful

The Hotel is marketing itself that it is "World-class hotel" and "First-class", but that is absolutely way high. It's rather 2 star hotel. It was bad surprise that they had renovation on going during our stay. Hotel didn't have any services available. No restaurant, no bar, no lobby. They have six elevators. And sometimes only 4 was in function. During... more

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3 of 5 stars
portside123   8 contributions
portside123
1 Dec 2009 | Trip type: Family
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The New York Helmsley is two-and-a-half blocks from Grand Central Station and even closer to the Chrysler Building, Bryant Park all on the same street. Shopping is real close, Starbucks and other local little places to grab a snack. The NY Helmsley is within walking distance to Madison Sq Garden (20 min), Radio City Music Hall (15 min), Rockefeller Center,... more

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The New York Helmsley Also Known As

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  • The Hotel New York City
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  • Hemsley New York
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Address: 212 E 42nd St, New York City, NY 10017
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