Originally Posted by gunksny

Very different experiences. Again, really depends on what you're looking for.

The Grand Hyatt is a big busy place that hosts alot of tourists/events/conferences. You won't get very personalized or even great service here, and the rooms can be a bit tired, but from my experience, the suites are large and its very convenient to come and go from. Grand Club is well staffed and has plenty of drinks/snacks available as well as an evening hor d'oerves/dessert hour and decent breakfast offering. Alcohol is on the honor system.

Andaz 5 Av is a few blocks away across from the library and more intimate and "boutiquey". They offer a proper breakfast for Diamonds (famous for their pancakes), free in room snacks/non-alc minibar and host an evening wine happy hour in the lobby area. Honestly, I think this is the better choice for a birthday celebration - especially if you can get the Splash suite. You're getting much closer to a Park Hyatt vs a Hyatt experience at the Andaz IMO. (Seems most FT'ers prefer the Andaz 5av over the PH anyway)