I was supposed to stay at the Lowell but since they were full on short notice, they recommended the Plaza Athenee. Rooms were dark, dingy and tiny for a premium price. The service was awful like they didn't even care. Good location in the Upper East Side and the bar was ok. Didn't try the restaurant because the hotel put... more

We've come to really like the Plaza Athenee on East 64th. Though the price is steep--isn't everywhere in New York?--we feel like we're in an intimate European hotel from the minute we arrive. There is an almost residential feel about the place, and staff is attentive. We love the cozy bar off the lobby (great menu for light meals and... more

Loved every minute of it! We were spoiled and enjoyed the intimate surroundings. Beautiful room - not very large (but that is NY I guess). We will be back for Christmas shopping. more

Thoroughly enjoyed my recent stay at the Plaza Athenee. Spacious, comfortable room which was elegantly furnished, and with modern creature comforts (flatscreen+DVD player+ ipod docking station). Most importantly, room was quiet, with no street noise. Air con worked perfectly....Hotel reception, bar and restaurant have air of timeless discrete luxury, and were exceptionally well maintained. Staff were at all times attentive,... more

There is much to recommend the Plaza Athenee: comfortable beds, quiet location, and attentive staff. But, alas, even such a lovely place as the P-A loses its (expensive) luster when it can't get something as prosaic as its heating, cooling, and ventilation under control. Wall-mounted thermostats indicate that both heating and cooling are available in the guest rooms. But after... more

We came in early for a business meeting to spend a weekend together in New York. Very quaint hotel where the service was spot on. We were spent from our red-eye and they were able to let us sleep in another room until ours was ready. Small things are a bit dated like the toiletries, TV and older scale in... more

This was my first time staying at this luxury hotel in New York's Upper West side and it was worth every penny. We booked a package through expedia.com for air and hotel and were more than pleasantly surprised. Everything was very prompt, the people were remarkable friendly and made us feel as though we had known them forever. I will... more

I recently spent a weekend here and really enjoyed a quiet repose in luxurious comfort. I was on the top floor in a huge room with magnificent views of the upper east side and the city beyond. The room was elegantly appointed with French furniture, mirrored closet doors, a small kitchenette, and a plush bed. I loved the huge bathroom,... more

We booked this hotel on the basis that we had a great time when we stayed at the Plaza Athenee in Paris. Unfortunately the two are not comparable. Whereas the PA in Paris is grand and modern but chic, the PA in New York is cramped, dated and the staff are unhelpful. Take one evening which we asked them to... more