The Pierre New York, A Taj Hotel RE F IN E D S YMBO L O F THE CITY BY WILLY NICHT ER
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onsidered by many to be the cultural capital of the United States, New York City is home to an unmatched bevy of entertainment options. From restaurants to parks, stores to shows, there are few if any pleasures the city does not offer those who visit. And at The Pierre New York, A Taj Hotel, guests can not only experience the full extent of New York’s luxury, but also find a wonderful home base from which to peruse the city’s unlimited delights. In fact, The Pierre is the only hotel on the Upper East Side of Manhattan which is Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five Diamond rated, making for a very comfortable and luxurious stay for each guest. The Pierre was built in the 1920s, and has been a staple of the city’s hotel scene ever since. The United States flagship of the international hotel corporation Taj, the hotel was given a $100 million renovation in 2010, bringing it fully up to date with modern luxury while paying homage to the history that has surrounded it throughout its lifetime. One of the most prominent reasons for The Pierre’s success is its location. On the corner of Fifth Avenue and 61st street,
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visitors have easy access to the finest shopping and high-end residential districts, making it easy to walk to a given destination. Furthermore, all three main NYC airports are only about 45 minutes away, allowing for an easy commute there and back. As for the view, hotel residents will overlook the beauty of Central Park, midtown Manhattan, and the skyline that has made New York so famous. These can all be enjoyed from the comfort of one of The Pierre’s 189 rooms and suites, each one promising a wonderful experience. The Pierre’s rooms range in style from the Superior King Room, with its three-fixture bathroom and 40-inch flat screen TV to the Tata Presidential Suite, a two-bedroom suite, which can become a six-bedroom or full-floor suite when the whole floor is rented out includes a kitchenette, dining room, living room, office, bedroom, and bathroom, all wonderfully decorated and designed. With several exquisite options between these two, guests are guaranteed a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Before entering your room however, fall in love with the white-gloved elevator service that The Pierre provides each guest. It truly brings back memories from a bygone era. When it comes to restaurants, The Pierre
has three different options to choose from. First and most prominently, is Perrine, The Pierre’s own French-American restaurant. The cuisine is seasonally focused and offers the best that New York City has to offer. Not only is the food expertly prepared and delicious to eat, but the restaurant itself is gorgeous, and offers outdoor seating with a wonderful view of Central Park. For those looking to experience the best food The Pierre has to offer, Perrine is certainly the place to eat. The next is The Rotunda, which offers midday and supper menus in an utterly gorgeous space, recently redesigned by architect Daniel Romualdez. The cuisine there is classic New York, taking guests back in time with their culinary marvels. Lastly, is Two E Bar, an Art Deco bar, featuring signature cocktails and elegant Afternoon Tea. Altogether, these experiences, combined with the exquisite restaurants and the beautiful rooms, make The Pierre a prime hotel for those who want to see what New York City has to offer. Come soon, and experience what true luxury feels like. thepierreny.com