[GONE April 2018] W New York Lexington Ave [Master Thread]
Jan 16, 2009, 7:06 am
#46
Join Date: Nov 2005
Posts: 42
W New York - Lexington Review
Booked a room for Sunday check-in and a Wedensday check-out. All in (taxes included) was $299/night.
I was upgraded to a Fantastic Suite which was great. CHeck in was easy and there was no line. Later that stay, however, I noticed a number of people waiting inline.
The room was basically two rooms connected. A work area and a sleeping area. The bathroom was off the sleep area and was very small. Small enough that it would be difficult to have someone else in the bathroom at the same time. The shower didn't even have a door. It was set back in the corner and had a glass divider which did a pretty good job of keeping the water contained.
A mini-bar charge appeard on my room bill which they quickly removed when I complained. I always wonder how this happens to me and I NEVER use the mini-bar.
The room has the usual W amentieis such as cordless phone, iphone charger and DVD with flatscreen TVs. In general, TV was okay but I never understand why places have Flatscreen/HD TVs but don't opt for HD service. Oh well.
I was on the 10th floor which was just the height of the buildings around me. It also over-looked the side-street so while you didn't get Lexington Ave. traffic noise, you did get trash/service hauling noise most of the night.
There was no club lounge or free food available. My 500 pt amenity gift already posted. The staff was nice and helpful. The location is ideal as you are near the Green 4/5/6 subway as well as the E-Train and V-Train.
I would stay here again but would prefer a higher/quieter room.
I was upgraded to a Fantastic Suite which was great. CHeck in was easy and there was no line. Later that stay, however, I noticed a number of people waiting inline.
The room was basically two rooms connected. A work area and a sleeping area. The bathroom was off the sleep area and was very small. Small enough that it would be difficult to have someone else in the bathroom at the same time. The shower didn't even have a door. It was set back in the corner and had a glass divider which did a pretty good job of keeping the water contained.
A mini-bar charge appeard on my room bill which they quickly removed when I complained. I always wonder how this happens to me and I NEVER use the mini-bar.
The room has the usual W amentieis such as cordless phone, iphone charger and DVD with flatscreen TVs. In general, TV was okay but I never understand why places have Flatscreen/HD TVs but don't opt for HD service. Oh well.
I was on the 10th floor which was just the height of the buildings around me. It also over-looked the side-street so while you didn't get Lexington Ave. traffic noise, you did get trash/service hauling noise most of the night.
There was no club lounge or free food available. My 500 pt amenity gift already posted. The staff was nice and helpful. The location is ideal as you are near the Green 4/5/6 subway as well as the E-Train and V-Train.
I would stay here again but would prefer a higher/quieter room.
Jan 16, 2009, 8:12 am
#47
Original Member
Join Date: May 1998
Location: CT/NY
Programs: UA 1K/1MM, AA EXP, Marriott LT Titanium, Hyatt Globalist, IHG Plat Amb
Posts: 6,020
We stayed earlier this week, took advantage of the Better Tomorrow 50% second night promotion. We were upgraded to a studio suite that was blocked before we checked in. The room was in a corner, with 2 large closets, queen size bed, and a small sitting area with 2 loungers. The bathroom had 2 showers - 1 in standalone configuration, the other in a tub.
We were told that Heartbeat, the hotel restaurant, was closed for lunch during the weekend, so we had a few nibbles at the bar. Delicious "Sexy Fries" (made with parmasan and truffle oil), although a bit expensive at $13.
The staff members were friendly and cordial without the usual "eh, Whatever" attitude, which was fantastic. Will definately return.
We were told that Heartbeat, the hotel restaurant, was closed for lunch during the weekend, so we had a few nibbles at the bar. Delicious "Sexy Fries" (made with parmasan and truffle oil), although a bit expensive at $13.
The staff members were friendly and cordial without the usual "eh, Whatever" attitude, which was fantastic. Will definately return.
Feb 14, 2009, 11:39 am
#48
Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: CA
Programs: AA PLT / MR LTPP 1/1/19 / Hilton Diamond
Posts: 541
newly minted PLT and didn't get upgraded. i'm in one of the "shoebox" style rooms.. 0/2 this year as a PLT.. oh well.. any other perks as a PLT?
Feb 14, 2009, 11:43 am
#49
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: So. Cal., CA, USA
Programs: AA 3MMF EXP, UA 1MMF
Posts: 292
Mar 5, 2009, 3:39 pm
#50
Join Date: Aug 2007
Posts: 689
Impressed with new look at W -New York
Well I got an email a few days ago that said:
We are very excited to announce that you will be among the first guests to experience the new, chic, modern designed suites and rooms by acclaimed architectural firm Brennan Beer Gorman. We hope you enjoy the fresh feel and state of the art technology in your brand new urban oasis.
So I knew that I was pre allocated into a Fantastic suite.^^
Whilst the welcome was not in the style of W -TS, I have enjoyed my stay here and were well looked after. Concierge help was fantastic. Reviews of this property are now out of date. Breakfast was great and wonderful service in Heartbeat. Comeback ....this Hotel has changed.
Great shopping for my wife ( a runner) this morning on 3rd Avenue just around the corner^^
We are very excited to announce that you will be among the first guests to experience the new, chic, modern designed suites and rooms by acclaimed architectural firm Brennan Beer Gorman. We hope you enjoy the fresh feel and state of the art technology in your brand new urban oasis.
So I knew that I was pre allocated into a Fantastic suite.^^
Whilst the welcome was not in the style of W -TS, I have enjoyed my stay here and were well looked after. Concierge help was fantastic. Reviews of this property are now out of date. Breakfast was great and wonderful service in Heartbeat. Comeback ....this Hotel has changed.
Great shopping for my wife ( a runner) this morning on 3rd Avenue just around the corner^^
Last edited by aussiechris; Mar 5, 2009 at 3:42 pm Reason: spelling
Mar 5, 2009, 10:33 pm
#51
Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: SYD
Posts: 3,043
I have booked this W for my visit to NYC this July. Even though I'd prefer something more downtown, the rates here were a lot cheaper than the other Ws and the new decor looks fab. Plus of course I like the social scene at this W.
But can anyone tell me if all the rooms have been renovated, or are there still some pre-refurb rooms left?
But can anyone tell me if all the rooms have been renovated, or are there still some pre-refurb rooms left?
Mar 6, 2009, 6:35 am
#53
Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: SYD
Posts: 3,043
Never actually stayed this midtown before (was actually hoping the new W Downtown would be open... but alas not it seems), but seeing its proximity to all the flagship stores on 5th I'm actually rather excited.
Mar 8, 2009, 10:04 pm
#54
Join Date: Feb 2009
Programs: W Residence Owner, SPG Platinum
Posts: 18
Just got back from a weekend stay in one of the EWows! The room is quite impressive, the room itself isn't that huge, but the balcony is incredible (I believe my confirmation e-mail said it was 1311sq feet). Took a few pics upon arrival. They were nice enough to leave me some drinks, fresh fruit, lollipops, some power bars, full size bliss products in the bathroom, and two sets of W Pajamas! Here's some links to the pictures!
Part of the little welcome package
The bed
Jacuzzi tub with bliss products
Living room
And of course the incredible balcony!
Overall I loved the hotel, had no problems at all! The service was fantastic and quick, and everyone was super friendly.
Part of the little welcome package
The bed
Jacuzzi tub with bliss products
Living room
And of course the incredible balcony!
Overall I loved the hotel, had no problems at all! The service was fantastic and quick, and everyone was super friendly.
Mar 21, 2009, 9:57 pm
#55
Join Date: Oct 2003
Location: Santa Barbara, CA
Programs: AA Executive Platinum, UA Gold/MM, HH Diamond, Bonvoy Titanium, IHG Diamond/Ambassador, Hyatt Explor
Posts: 2,168
No upgrade for this Platinum either! 
Room is much smaller than I have experienced in NYC.
No greetings from the check-in staff, one of my keys didn't work in the elevator, and neither worked for my room. Call the front desk from the in-house phone on my floor, but no on enswered. Had to to all the way down to the front desk and wait in line again. No apologies!
Room is much smaller than I have experienced in NYC.
No greetings from the check-in staff, one of my keys didn't work in the elevator, and neither worked for my room. Call the front desk from the in-house phone on my floor, but no on enswered. Had to to all the way down to the front desk and wait in line again. No apologies!
Mar 31, 2009, 7:22 pm
#56
Join Date: Jan 2007
Location: Chicago
Programs: AA - EXP, AAirpass, SPG - PLT, DL - GM
Posts: 138
Very pleasantly surprised by the refurbished rooms. I went from staying at the palace or omni berkshire since I hate the W so much to actually enjoying staying here.
Anyone know what's on the top floor? Just suites? Saw a guy use a special card with chip in it to get up there today.
Anyone know what's on the top floor? Just suites? Saw a guy use a special card with chip in it to get up there today.
Mar 31, 2009, 8:53 pm
#57
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: GCM
Programs: SPG Plat AA EXP 2.5MM
Posts: 219
Just stayed on the 18th floor last week, beautiful corner suite with a balcony for only $289. Not sure if it was my PLT status or my Ambassador that got me there.
Apr 1, 2009, 5:54 am
#58
Join Date: Jan 2007
Location: Chicago
Programs: AA - EXP, AAirpass, SPG - PLT, DL - GM
Posts: 138
Apr 2, 2009, 3:11 pm
#59
Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: DC|NYC
Programs: UA GS, DL Plat, Marriott Bonvoy LIfetime Titanium/SPG refugee, Hertz Prez, Amtrak Select
Posts: 3,201
Just stayed there recently and was upgraded to a small suite. The bedroom and bathroom were awesome! I had a full jacuzzi tub plus a separate shower. Big bathroom, big mirror, excellent light. Queen bed full of pillows and very comfy. Happy to see them with the iPod charger clock on the beside. Only real complaint was the phone was over on the desk and not next to the bed.
The living room furniture, however, leaves much to be desired. If you look closely in the background of the second picture on post #127 you can see the inflatable pool furniture they have. It's not comfortable at all and doesn't invite you and a guest to sit around and enjoy a bottle of wine and chat. You kinda wobble around on top of it as you sit, that is when you're not sliding off because it's plastic. It's truly just like blow up rafts you'd lay on in your pool as you floated around.
I imagine them being cleaned with windex and a towel, and maybe once a year they get piled up somewhere and hosed off.
And just as before the rehab, awesome location.
The living room furniture, however, leaves much to be desired. If you look closely in the background of the second picture on post #127 you can see the inflatable pool furniture they have. It's not comfortable at all and doesn't invite you and a guest to sit around and enjoy a bottle of wine and chat. You kinda wobble around on top of it as you sit, that is when you're not sliding off because it's plastic. It's truly just like blow up rafts you'd lay on in your pool as you floated around.
I imagine them being cleaned with windex and a towel, and maybe once a year they get piled up somewhere and hosed off.
And just as before the rehab, awesome location.
Apr 7, 2009, 9:36 am
#60
Join Date: Nov 2007
Location: Hoboken, NJ
Programs: Amex Plat, SPG Gold, Hyatt Plat, HH Gold
Posts: 495
Starpicks Rate
We live in the city, but the gf wanted Bliss massages and to up the ante, we decided to stay in the hotel on a Saturday night. We were pleasantly surprised to find a Wonderful room at a Starpicks Rate of 179 before taxes, etc. With that rate and only SPG Gold, I dont expect an upgrade, but at this rate it seems like a pretty good deal.
I have stayed at the Court down Lex and know that this room might end up being half the size, but we shall see....
I have stayed at the Court down Lex and know that this room might end up being half the size, but we shall see....