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The Beekman Tower Hotel, in New York, is a 3-and-one-half star hotel. Sleep connoisseurs described the bed as "comfortable" and "great". Guests found the service "professional" and "great". What travelers said they loved: "the location", "the area", "the room", and "the staff". The hotel is recommended by seasoned travelers, who rate it 5 stars. The hotel is near award winning restaurants, including Jean George , Le Bernardin , and Daniel . Also nearby: Roxy , Angelika Film Center and Cafe , and 303 . Other local places to consider are 60 Thompson and Michelangelo Hotel.
Auntie Mame, Patrick Dennis and a host of ambassadors once lived in this neighborhood, with its sweeping views of the U.N. The building itself is a stylish 1920s Art Deco masterpiece that rises a block from...
citysearch.com - expert review - 12/29/2006
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Auntie Mame, Patrick Dennis and a host of ambassadors once lived in this neighborhood, with its sweeping views of the U.N. The building itself is a stylish 1920s Art-Deco masterpiece that rises a block from...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Romantic setting w/ piano player optimal for a night out on the town. Top floor of the Beekman Tower Hotel with panoramic views of NYC.
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
generic food not worth the price. the tables are really close together; it kind of interferes with the intended intimacy.
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2008
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The Beckman Tower Hotel is a great place to stay in NYC.
priceline.com - user review - 01/04/2008
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Enjoyed our stay here immensely. The hotel staff was extremely helpful, the room was comfortable (though not state-of-the-art), and the location was perfect for us. If you want to stay "in the center of...
priceline.com - user review - 01/03/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Hmmm...perhaps it was a sign that it was recommended to go here for desserts and drinks. I ignored the advice to my detriment. I took my husband here for his birthday and both of our entrees…
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2008
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It was great other than the dirty carpet and couch.
priceline.com - user review - 01/02/2008
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The view is fantastic at night. The ambience is romantic - we went for our anniversary and enjoyed the candlelight, the live piano music. However the food is OK - nothing great. Service was good - the...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/30/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The views here are spectacular, no doubt. The city views are great as there are a bunch of short buildings directly in front followed by the heart of New York, central Midtown East. The river views…
yelp.com - user review - 11/03/2007
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Fantastic view of the city. Food is good, services is attentive but not pushy. Wine list is a little limited. Only downside is space is a little cramped, with my one arm pinned against the wall it was a little...
menupages.com - user review - 10/07/2007
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The previous post was nothing that I experienced. The food was great, the service was good. I think it's under new management now according to our waiter. He was friendly and helpful in recommending the best...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/08/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for wedding anniversary. Can we say ROMANTIC? The views in all directions are stunning, and the tables are arranged so that all are against a window. The art deco motif adds to the charm.…
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Very romantic. They have patio seating and the view was just gorgeous at night. Just imagine, a drink in your hand, your lover sitting across from you, listening to the piano under moonlight......
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This spot has awsome views of the city, the East River, and the Queens Bridge. This was the first bar I went to in NYC, and the only bad part of this place, is the prices. But, that's to be expected…
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2007
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I had dinner at Top of the Tower last Thursday night. When I was seated at my table by the window, I was immediatey impressed. I could see most of east midtown, and could even see the East River if I looked...
menupages.com - user review - 05/13/2007
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A lovely bar and restaurant on the 26th floor...panoramic views over the river and mid-town. Dependable menu, ie creative AND edible. Eclectic clientele - local residents and UN staff (it's next door to the...
menupages.com - user review - 02/18/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
very romantic - they have 4 or 5 desserts - but you don't really go for the desserts so much as for the atmosphere.
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This has got to be one of the most romantic spots on Earth! Hidden bar atop old art deco tower close to the UN - even a lot of NY'ers don't know about it. 100 year old waiters, old school drinks. Take…
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My girlfriend and I had visited the Top Of The Tower in mid October '05 for drinks. The view of the East River and 1st Ave were nice but not overly stunning. The location is at 49th St. and 1st Ave on…
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2006
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My girlfriend and I had visited the Top Of The Tower in mid October '05 for drinks. The view of the East River and 1st Ave were nice but not overly stunning. The location is at 49th St. and 1st Ave on the N.E....
citysearch.com - user review - 10/24/2005
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On 4 different Sunday nights I took 4 different dates there for drinks, and every one of them loved the place! Drinks are creative, the lounge is romantic and the views are inspiring. There were barely any...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/25/2005
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The view is amazing and having a drink outside before dinner was romantic... However, being a New Yorker and eating in fine restaurants often this is not worth it. Could have been the worst meal my girlfriend...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/20/2005
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Not what I expected, AT ALL!!! The restaurant's website boasts an interior and dining experience that is out of this world. I am here to tell you the exact opposite is true. Yes the view is something...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/16/2004
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When I looked that the resturant website, the picture made the resturant look more impressive that it acutually was. Despite that, the atmostphere was nice, it is very romantic at night but so-so during the...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/02/2004
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I was taken here for my birthday and had a fabulous time. We first dined in the wrap around dining area with a view of the city. The food was excellent and the service matched. You could hear the piano in the...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/28/2004
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Service on a Saturday nigh was prompt; waiters and other food-related attendants were courteous/attentive but other personnel were extremly rude. I strongly recommend the NY-Steak with the Surrey Martini and...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/13/2003
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Excellent restaurant and one I would recomend to visitors to the city. The atmosphere is romantic and the service excellent!
citysearch.com - user review - 09/20/2002
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Don't let the website pictures fool you. The place is actually much smaller that the pictures make it seem. But rest assure, the food was great, help was funny,polite and always fast. Great place for...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/03/2002
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Three blocks north of the United Nations, this jazzy hotel is an art deco architectural landmark. Its swanky Top of the Towers lounge, a rooftop bar with live piano, is a superb place to take in the view of...
fodors.com - user review
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Great place to stay in NYC. The only neg is that it is a little far from the subway( nearest station...
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This was our first trip to New York and we were a little apprehensive. However, this hotel really was...
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The Beekman is a very comfortable good quality hotel. While not luxury by any standards (including the...
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Built in 1928, the Beekman Tower Hotel is one of Manhattan's true Art Deco masterpieces, and is located in Midtown on the east side. The distinctive tower, a designated landmark, rises prominently in one of...
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Very convenient location, close to Lexington fifth avenue. In walking distance of central parc, Chrystler building and empire state b. You can walk all the way from battery parc, via china town...
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We stayed at the Beekman Tower in March 2005 and were impressed with the professionalism and friendliness...
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Have stayed here twice in the last two months for long weekends and strongly recommend this hotel for...
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The Beekman Tower is a first class art deco style hotel located on the Eastside of New York. The hotel is situated on elegant Beekman Place, one block from the United Nations and just a short walk to Midtown's...
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Stayed at the Beekman for 6 nights commencing on 28 March with our teenage daughters (17 & 15) - a fairly...
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It was a bit of a walk from the area of Manhattan that we wanted to visit, but not bad, and, hey, walking is good for you!
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We stayed here on our honeymoon. The staff was great, the location was great. It was the perfect choice.
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Three blocks north of the United Nations, this jazzy hotel is an art deco architectural landmark. Its swanky Top of the Towers lounge, a rooftop bar with live piano, is a superb place to take in the view of...
nytimes.com - user review
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This was our first family visit to New York. The staff at the Beekman Tower Hotel were fantastic and the rooms were clean and a nice size. We highly recommend this hotel. We will stay here again next time....
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Nice hotel, small foyer but the rooms are more than comfortable. I had just a single room and a kitchen;...
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I experienced two rooms during my stay at beekman, because at first they put me in a 3rd floor room which...
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Got a great deal at Orbitz. At check-in, asked for and received free double upgrade. Great view from...
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Stayed at the Beekman for 6 days April/May 2005. Good welcoming by helpful staff, initially disappointed...
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Built in 1928, the Beekman Tower Hotel is one of Manhattan's true Art Deco masterpieces. The distinctive tower, a designated landmark, rises prominently in one of the city's most exclusive neighborhoods. Just...
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great view, fabulous art deco room, forgettable food...
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view from the top...
cityguide.aol.com - user review
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Beautiful view - true. But nothing else is good in this place. A bit pricey for the food they serve. The prix fixe are the most awful. Better find another place with nice view.
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