A century ago, The Plaza set the standard for luxury. Striking a balance between its storied past and limitless future, t he passion and uncompromising service, which made the hotel a legend, has returned with a new and contemporary spirit. Following a $400 million renovation The Plaza offers 282 distinctive guestrooms, including 102 suites. From the sumptuous décor to the impeccable white glove service, The Plaza has returned to create indelible memories at New York’s most celebrated address.
The PlazaFifth Avenue at Central Park SouthNew York, New YorkUnited States 10019Telephone: (212) 759-3000 Fax: (212) 759-3001Email: theplaza@fairmont.com
Common AmenitiesAll rooms and suites at The Plaza offer the following amenities: · Beaux Arts inspired décor· White glove butler service on every floor · Twice daily housekeeping service · Concierge Direct flat panel screen - connects each guest with a vast array of services from The Plaza Hotel, as well as cultural venues, and the exquisite new Plaza Retail Collection. · Wireless tablet controls guestroom and suite contour lighting, heating and entertainment · High Speed Internet Access (Wireless and wired for $14.95 / 24 hrs)· IP-based high definition video-on-demand system · Sophisticated telephone and networking technology · Wall mounted flat screen televisions · Cutting edge guestroom electronic locking system · Exquisite inlaid “earth stone” mosaic tiled Plaza bathroom, most with glass shower and bathtub · 24 karat Gold plated Sherle Wagner Plaza Bathroom faucets and accessories with hand crafted solid white marble vanities · 100% cotton finest Italian oversized Mascioni bath towels and Mascioni linens · Lavish terry or light weight bathrobe · Signature Miller Harris toiletries created exclusively for The Plaza · Hairdryer · Refrigerated private bar · 24-hour In-room dining · Spacious closets · Suit, skirt and padded hangers · In-room safe · DVD player in room · Clock radio · Music and video library access · Iron and ironing board · Newspapers
Amenities on RequestThe following amenities may be available in selected rooms. Please inquire at time of reservation.· Cots/ Rollaways are available at no charge.· Cribs are available at no charge.The cribs at the hotel are real baby cribs and are equipped with bumper pads and proper crib sheets. Playpens are also available. · Refrigerators
Located in the center of the lobby level, the storied Palm Court has been restored to its original grandeur. The re-creation of the Palm Court’s luminous stained-glass lay light, like The Plaza itself, continues to contribute to the life, vitality and grandeur of New York City. Led by acclaimed Chef Didier Virot, The Palm Court offers a new Afternoon Tea, as well as Breakfast, Lunch, and Saturday and Sunday Brunch. Each features the finest international tastes of New York, inspired by fresh and locally grown products.
Hours of Operation:Breakfast:Daily: 6:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
A la Carte Brunch:Saturday and Sunday: 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.Lunch: Monday to Friday: 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Dress Code:Smart Casual
Afternoon Tea, a famous tradition at The Plaza, blends an innovative menu with a formal tea service. The Plaza Afternoon Tea incorporates 3 styles of service - Russian, French, and English- to provide guests a balance of service and flavorful cuisine. Enjoy rare white and premium green, oolong and black loose leaf teas along with herbal and fruit infusions, all served decantered in the Bernardaud-Limogue china. Under the artful guidance of Executive Chef Didier Virot, The Plaza has infused the timeless Afternoon Tea with an international, contemporary flair.
Hours of Operation:Afternoon Tea:Daily: 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.Dress Code:Smart Casual.Reservations: Highly RecommendedMenu: Traditional Tea and Royal Tea Menus
Originally named, “The Men’s Bar,” the Legendary Oak Room, has been restored to its original grandeur. A German Renaissance tour de force, the oak-paneled room looks virtually the same today as it did when The Plaza opened in 1907. The Oak Room will once again provide the quintessential New York experience when it reopens in Fall 2008.Dress Code:Smart Casual.
Oak Bar
The Oak Bar, once the offices of the brokerage firm, E.F. Hutton, became a part of The Plaza’s heritage in 1945 and soon became an icon on its own accord. Overlooking the vibrant views of Central Park, the newly restored Oak Bar will resume its standing as New York's most famous bar when it reopens in Summer 2008. Enjoy a martini in a comfortable club setting with dark sable oak walls, leather bound club chairs and the original cityscape murals by Everett Shinn.
Dress Code:Smart Casual.
The Rose Club, embodying the grandeur of The Plaza with a splash of contemporary style and spirit, is located on two levels overlooking the new Fifth Avenue lobby. The stylishly elegant ambience of the new Rose Club embraces the past, present and future of the legendary Plaza and is a treasured setting for the making of new Plaza memories. The Rose Club menu features a selection of delectable cocktail appetizers and also a lighter epicurean menu to satisfy the tastes of those wishing to indulge in a lighter gourmet fare.
Hours of Operation:Sunday and Monday:11:00a.m.-1:00a.m. Tuesday-Saturday:11:00a.m.-2:00a.m. (Epicurean Menu:11:00a.m.-11:00p.m.Daily)
The Champagne Bar has a magnetic draw to guests and locals alike.Upon stepping into The Plaza’s exquisite new Fifth Avenue lobby, guests are drawn into this unique lounge by its enchanting design and spectacular location. By night, this exquisite lounge is New York’s preferred choice for tasting the world’s finest champagne. At dawn, guests may indulge in freshly bake pastries and an extensive array of specialty coffees.
Hours of Operation:Sunday to Thursday: 6:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m. Friday to Saturday: 6:00 a.m. - 1:00 a.m.
(Light Fare Breakfast Menu offered 6:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. and Lounge Menu offered 11:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. everyday)
The Plaza’s Caudalie Vintothérapie Spa is the first in the United States. Caudalie is the pioneer and leader in grape and vine-based anti-aging skincare. Caudalie products offer unparalleled results for radiant, youthful skin. The 8,000 sq. ft. facilities will also feature Hammam steam rooms, a tranquil lounging area, and VIP treatment suite.
Radu’s Physical Culture Spa and Gymnasium will provide classes including Radu’s classic class, aerobics, Pilates, martial arts, boxing, and more. The center will have an Olympic sized lap pool, basketball court, the latest state-of- the-art fitness equipment for cardio and strength training, all in a beautiful new 8300 foot space custom designed by Radu’s exacting standards. Opening Fall 2008.. Retail CollectionA new tradition begins at The Plaza as this legendary icon celebrates 100 years and the dawn of a new century. In late September 2008, The Plaza will unveil the finest collection of world-class retail boutiques and specialty food purveyors with offerings and experiences exclusive to The Plaza.
High Speed Internet Access
Guests of The Plaza can enjoy High Speed Internet connectivity in all guest rooms as well as Ethernet network connection in meeting rooms and wireless Internet access in public areas such as the lobby. (Charges are $14.95/ 24 hrs)Information and General Services
· Babysitting · Bell Staff · Butler – White glove Service · Check-In / Check-Out · Concierge · Elevators · Express Check-Out · Housekeeping · Laundry Services · Parking · Pet Policy · Wheelchair Accessibility
From John F. Kennedy Airport:Take Van Wyck Expressway North to Long Island Expressway West to Queens-Midtown Tunnel. Go through tunnel. Once through tunnel bear right onto 37th Street. At first traffic light make a right onto 3rd Avenue. Take 3rd Avenue to 60th Street and make a left onto 60th Street to 5th Avenue. Cross 5th Avenue bearing left around traffic circle to light. The Plaza is straight ahead.
To John F. Kennedy Airport:Go east on 58th Street to 2nd Avenue. Go right onto 2nd Avenue to 36th Street. Take left-hand entrance to Queens-Midtown Tunnel. Go through the tunnel, pay toll and follow onto (495) Long Island Expressway East (LIE). Take the LIE to exit for Van Wyck Expressway South to JFK Airport. From LaGuardia Airport:Take Grand Central Parkway west to Triboro Bridge. Exit right for Manhattan, pay toll and bear left for FDR Drive South. Take FDR South to 63rd Street exit. Turn right onto 63rd Street to 5th Avenue. Make a left onto 5th Avenue to 60th Street. Make a right onto 60th Street following traffic circle around to the light. The Plaza is straight ahead.
To LaGuardia Airport:Go east on 58th Street to York Avenue. Take a left onto York Avenue to 62nd Street. Turn right onto FDR Drive North. Take FDR North to Triboro Bridge. Take Triboro Bridge following signs for Queens/Grand Central Parkway/La Guardia Airport. Pay Toll. Take Grand Central Parkway to the LaGuardia Airport exit. From Northern New Jersey:Take George Washington Bridge. At the end of the bridge take the right hand exit for Henry Hudson Parkway. As soon as you can, after the exit , go into the extreme left-hand lane (look out for merging traffic) the road will fork shortly. Once on the Parkway, The Hudson River should be on your right. The Highway goes down to the street level (after 79th Street exit). Take the left-hand exit onto West 56th Street. Make a left onto 6th Avenue and come up 3 blocks to Central Park South. Make a right. The hotel is the last building on that 1st block on the right-hand side.
From South New Jersey or Philadelphia:Take the New Jersey Turnpike north to exit 16E Lincoln Tunnel. Pay toll and follow signs to Lincoln Tunnel. On the Manhattan side, the road will fork suddenly. Take left fork; go up 3 blocks to 42nd Street. Make a left at 42nd Street, then a right onto 10th Avenue. Take 58th Street to 6th Avenue and make a left. Go one block to Central Park South, and make a right. The hotel is the last building on that first block on the right hand side. From Connecticut:Take either Merritt Parkway (becomes Hutchinson Parkway) or Connecticut Turnpike into New York. Follow signs for Triboro Bridge. At the end of first part of bridge, make a right before the toll booth. Go through the second set of toll booths, stay to the left, follow the sign for FDR Drive and take a left curving exit down onto FDR Drive South. Take FDR to 63rd Street exit (sign also says Queensboro Bridge). Turn right onto 63rd Street until it ends at 5th Avenue. Make a left on 5th Avenue, come down to 60th Make a right onto 60th Street and follow the traffic circle to the light. The hotel is straight ahead. From Westchester:Take Hutchinson Parkway. Follow signs for Triboro Bridge. At the end of the first part of the bridge, make a right before the toll booth. Go through the second set of toll booths, stay to the left, follow the sign for FDR Drive and take a left curving exit down onto FDR Drive South. Take FDR to 63rd Street exit (sign also says Queensboro Bridge). Turn right onto 63rd Street until it dead ends at 5th Avenue. Make a left on 5th Avenue, come down to 60th. Make a right onto 60th Street and follow the traffic circle to the light. The hotel is straight ahead. From Long Island:Take Long Island Expressway and go through Queens-Midtown Tunnel. Once through the tunnel, bear right and go into East 37th Street to the first light. Go right at the light onto 3rd Avenue to 60th Street (Bloomingdale's). Go left onto 60th Street, continue until 5th Avenue. Cross 5th Avenue, go left around the traffic circle to the light. The hotel is straight ahead. or Take Northern Parkway to Grand Central Parkway. Continue to Triboro Bridge. On the 1st part of the bridge, make a right before the toll booth. Go through the 2nd set of toll booths, stay to the left, follow the sign for FDR Drive. Take FDR to the 63rd Street exit (sign also says Queensboro Bridge). Turn right onto 63rd Street until it ends at 5th Avenue. Make a left on 5th Avenue, come down to 60th Street. Make a right onto 60th Street and follow the traffic circle to the light. The hotel is straight ahead.
TransportationOur Concierge desk will be delighted to assist with car and limousine arrangements. Access to The Plaza’s top of the line, ultra-luxury automobile, the Rolls Royce Phantom is also available to guests.Taxis are readily available at the hotel and can be obtained at the 5th Avenue entrance.