2nd that!

IMHO the Barclay is the nicest property, truly a classy property - think more on level of a true luxury hotel rather than a holiday inn with a few upgrades & good location like some other ICs can feel like. But, i should note i haven't stayed at all those new kimptons while I have had many many good stays at the Barclays so i might have some bias?

BTW for a first time visit to the city the location of Barclay a little over east side is probably a good thing rather than in the middle of times square where many other properties are, as the never-endingness of that place can be a bit much while near the location of Barclay one can actually find a little breathing room...


And, a warm welcome to flyertalk to the OP : )