December 27 2007: I expected much more from this Kimpton Hotel. Having stayed at two other hotels in the Kimpton group, I thought that 70 Park Avenue would be a fairly safe bet. However, our room and the bathroom were so miniscule, I felt claustrophobic even though there were only two of us with two overnight bags. I also really dislike when there are no horizontal surfaces to set anything in the bathroom. Where are you supposed to put your toothpaste while you're brushing your teeth?! The real clincher was when Chris and I went, hungover (that wasn't the hotel's fault), to eat the buffet breakfast in the hotel restaurant. The breakfast was only open to hotel guests, so we naturally didn't see prices anywhere. The eggs were cold and there was a small assortment of muffins and fruit. The worst part was when I went to check out of the room, we had a $56 charge for breakfast! $28 each! I know that this is New York, but I thought that was absolutely ridiculous, especially considering the spread. When I mentioned to the front desk that I was not pleased and that they should display pricing the receptionist said that he didn't have any control over it...not good customer service.
Date of stay: February 2007
Purpose of stay: Leisure (With Partner)
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March 8 2008: The staff was knowledgeable,friendly and very helpful. The walls were rather thin and we heard many conversations from other rooms. Our room was nice but all the lights were not working well. The bathroom was very small.
Date of stay: February 2008
Purpose of stay: Leisure (With Partner)
Location. The 70 Park Avenue stands in the historic Murray Hill residential neighborhood of New York City, N.Y. Grand Central Station is located four blocks away while the Empire State Building rises six blocks from the hotel. Hotel Features. Renowned residential designer Jeffrey Bilhuber applied his distinctive style to this hotel's multi million dollar renovation. The lobby is decorated with ivory toned leather couches, a glass enclosed fireplace and a communal table that doubles as a concierge desk and a guest computer station. Silverleaf Tavern serves American style cuisine and features an illuminated amethyst hued glass bar, a custom designed silver leaf chandelier, redwood flooring and tufted leather booths. Tavern specialties include Gilled Flatiron Steak Pizzas and wines by the sip, the "bottomless glass" or by the bottle. Signature cocktails include the Silverleaf Mango politan. Flexible function space features a 1000 square foot room that accommodates up to 100 guests. Wireless Internet access is available throughout the hotel for a fee. Guests receive complimentary passes to an adjacent fitness center.
Guestrooms. The 17 story 70 Park Avenue a Kimpton Hotel offers 205 guestrooms decorated in soothing cream and muted earth tones. Portable Candela candle lamps create warming glow. Marble bathrooms are stocked with L'Occitane en Provence toiletries and feature Italian green glass tiles, waffle weave robes and curved shower rods. Minibars are stocked with gourmet selections. Beds consist of 12 inch plush top mattresses, and goose down duvets and pillows. Suede upholstered reading chairs are draped with silk/cashmere throws. Plasma televisions are equipped with high definition capabilities, while DVD players offer surround sound systems. Radios include iPod docking stations. Wireless and high speed wired Internet access is available. This hotel offers in room wellness and yoga programs. Pets are welcome in select accommodations.
Expert Tip. The hotel relieves packing stress with its "Forgot It? We've Got It" program. The front desk offers Women In Touch items that include Sebastian hair care products, nail care items, hand held steamers and heating pads.
December 27 2007: I expected much more from this Kimpton Hotel. Having stayed at two other hotels in the Kimpton group, I thought that 70 Park Avenue would be a fairly safe bet. However, our room and the bathroom were so miniscule, I felt claustrophobic even though there were only two of us with two overnight bags. I also really dislike when there are no horizontal surfaces to set anything in the bathroom. Where are you supposed to put your toothpaste while you're brushing your teeth?! The real clincher was when Chris and I went, hungover (that wasn't the hotel's fault), to eat the buffet breakfast in the hotel restaurant. The breakfast was only open to hotel guests, so we naturally didn't see prices anywhere. The eggs were cold and there was a small assortment of muffins and fruit. The worst part was when I went to check out of the room, we had a $56 charge for breakfast! $28 each! I know that this is New York, but I thought that was absolutely ridiculous, especially considering the spread. When I mentioned to the front desk that I was not pleased and that they should display pricing the receptionist said that he didn't have any control over it...not good customer service. 
