The Gregorian New York City

About The Gregorian New York City

The Gregorian New York City suits travelers who want Midtown addresses without Times Square noise. The hotel sits on West 35th Street, in Midtown South between the Flatiron district and Union Square, with Penn Station about 0.4 miles (0.6 km) away in a straight line. Couples come for the central base, business travelers for the short walk to Grand Central Terminal, and first-time visitors for the grid of subway lines nearby. Late arrivals find a 24 hour front desk. The address does most of the work here.

That pairing points to a comfortable, well-run Midtown base rather than a special-occasion property. Expect a straightforward city stay. A fitness center, free Wi-Fi and a front desk staffed around the clock are all listed, and rooms come with air conditioning and carpeted floors. The building sits on West 35th Street, a cross street south of the main tourist corridor, and Broadway and the Theater District are about 0.6 miles (1 km) away in a straight line.

Rooms and listed facilities

Facilities listed by the supplier cover the basics well. Couples get air conditioning, carpeted floors and free Wi-Fi; families can ask about family rooms and a crib; business travelers have a fitness center, internet access and laundry service. Late arrivals are covered by a 24 hour front desk, 24-hour security and elevators. Pets are allowed, and luggage storage and a safe are listed. Confirm pet terms, crib availability and any room preferences directly with The Gregorian New York City before booking.

The setting

The Gregorian New York City stands at 42 West 35th Street, on a cross street in Midtown South, the stretch between the Flatiron district, Union Square and the department stores around Herald Square. Addresses here put you within a short walk of several subway lines, though you should check current service when you travel. Penn Station is about 0.4 miles (0.6 km) away in a straight line, Grand Central Terminal about 0.5 miles (0.8 km), Times Square about 0.6 miles (0.9 km) and Central Park about 1.2 miles (2 km). JFK is about 13 miles (21.3 km) in a straight line.

Location and neighborhood

This district fills the blocks between Union Square at 14th Street and the streets around Penn Station, with Broadway cutting diagonally across the grid. Fifth Avenue divides east from west street numbers, so addresses are easy to follow. Madison Square Park, between 23rd and 26th Streets, gives children lawns, shade and room to run; the Flatiron Building stands just south of it. Koreatown clusters along West 32nd Street, and NoMad spreads east of Sixth Avenue. Blocks are short, sidewalks are wide, and a stroller covers most of it comfortably.

From The Gregorian New York City, little of this requires a long walk with children. Union Square has an open plaza and a playground, and a farmers market sets up on several mornings each week; check the schedule before you go. Evenings around Madison Square Park are calmer than the Theater District, which suits early dinners and early bedtimes. Subway stations at Union Square, 23rd Street and 34th Street connect the area to the rest of the island, and the avenues stay busy into the evening.

Getting there and around

Three airports serve New York City, and the transfer in is the part worth planning with children. The Gregorian New York City sits around 13 miles (21.3 km) from the airports, around 0.5 miles (0.8 km) from Penn Station and Grand Central Terminal, and around 0.6 miles (0.9 km) from the center of Midtown. The subway runs around the clock; tap a contactless card or phone at the turnstile, and weekly spending is capped automatically. Driving in means congestion pricing below 60th Street, so check the current toll. Buses cross the grid, and most sights sit within a walk or one short ride.

Nearby sights and food

From The Gregorian New York City, Madison Square Park and Union Square are the nearest open space, and both work for a run-around between sights. The High Line, an elevated park on a former freight line, begins at Gansevoort Street and ends at Hudson Yards; mornings are quieter there. Grand Central Terminal sits a short ride east, and its main concourse is worth a look for the ceiling and the architecture. Observation decks at the Empire State Building and Rockefeller Center show the grid from above; pick a clear day, reserve a timed entry, and check opening hours before setting out.

Eating with children is straightforward. Koreatown's barbecue halls and noodle shops along West 32nd Street fill early, and many places there cook at the table, which keeps everyone occupied. Pizza counters sell by the slice, diner menus cover breakfast all day, and food halls let a group split up and choose different cuisines. Look for bagel shops in the mornings, taquerias and ramen counters for quick lunches, and Indian restaurants on the side streets near Murray Hill. Portions are often large enough to share; ask about high chairs when you arrive.

A day from The Gregorian New York City

A day from The Gregorian New York City can start early in Madison Square Park, where the lawns are quiet before the offices open. Walk north through NoMad to Koreatown for a mid-morning snack, then take the subway west to the High Line and follow it north to Hudson Yards. The path suits a stroller, so take it at an easy pace. Lunch fits a food hall, where children can pick their own. In the afternoon, ride to Grand Central Terminal to see the concourse, or reserve a timed slot at an observation deck. Eat dinner before seven, then walk back through Union Square as the lights come on.

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Facilities listed by the supplier

As listed by the booking supplier; a facility not listed here may still exist. Confirm anything important with the property.

• 24 Hour Front Desk
• 24-hour security
• Air conditioning
• Alarm clock
• Bathrobe
• Bathroom
• Carpeted
• Cleaning
• Crib
• Desk
• Dry cleaning service
• Family rooms
• Fan
• First aid
• Fitness Center
• Free Wi-Fi
• Hairdryer
• Housekeeping
• Internet access
• Laundry Service
• Elevators
• Luggage storage
• Non smoking rooms
• Pets allowed
• Public transport
• Safe
• Security Features
• Shower
• Smoke detector
• Sofa bed
• TV
• Telephone
• Towels
• WC
• Wi-Fi