5 Best Luxury Hotels in New York City for Christmas Holidays
New York City is full of life and energy at any time of the year, but this vacation spirit really comes to life during the vacations. Many people travel to New York City during the winter months to see the fun Christmas decorations and store windows, shop for gifts, and attend top art performances. From the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree to the Wollman Ice Rink in Central Park to the Union Square vacation market and sleigh rides around the city, this is a truly magical place to be.
Many of the local hotels also get into the holiday spirit with their decorations and themed events. Here are some of the best places to stay for your vacation trip to New York City!
Lotte New York Palace
Old world elegance and new world luxury come together at the Lotte New York Palace, which has 909 rooms and suites on Madison Avenue in Midtown Manhattan. The newly opened Villard Restaurant and Pomme Palais offer breakfast dishes, pastries, and sandwiches. And there is a 7,000-square-foot full-service fitness center available to help you stay in shape during the vacations. Pet-friendly accommodations are available so you don’t have to leave your pet behind. This hotel typically puts up a large Christmas tree behind the courtyard doors on Madison Avenue. The staff sets up smaller trees in the lobby and there are even elaborate gingerbread houses displayed at the top of the grand staircase.
Dream Downtown
Dream Downtown is a boutique hotel with a lively lobby, a glass-bottom pool, and built-in nightlife options that make it easy to get out. The PH-D Rooftop Lounge is ideal for a penthouse party, while the Bodega Negra restaurant is decorated with vintage guitars and has a south-of-the-border vibe. There is also the Electric Room, which has a great speakeasy atmosphere. During the Christmas season, Dream Downtown gives its lobby a festive and eclectic look. Past displays here have featured taxidermy-style snow leopards and polar bears, as well as outdoor ice bar themes and alpine ski lodges.
The Plaza
This is one of New York City’s most iconic hotels, located on Fifth Avenue in Central Park South. The Plaza opened its doors in 1907 and has been New York City’s hotel to see and be seen ever since. It has been the setting for several Hollywood movies and has attracted presidents, kings and celebrities over the years. The Plaza Food Hall has some excellent countertop-style dining options, the Palm Court serves breakfast, afternoon tea and dinner, and the Todd English Food Hall serves excellent seafood and pasta. Christmas decorations at the Plaza usually go up around Thanksgiving to make the hotel festive for the season. You will usually find wreaths, garlands, and ornaments strung to welcome guests at the Fifth Avenue entrance.
Gramercy Park Hotel
Your vacation trip to New York will also be festive if you plan to stay in the exquisitely decorated Gramercy Park Hotel. Red carpets and velvety furniture make the lobby enchanting throughout the year, but you’ll also usually find trees with decorations here and in the Rose Bar during the holiday season.This hotel is filled with Julian Schnabel’s furnishings and Renaissance Revival style the decor features bronze-studded velvet headboards and a sawtooth chandelier. The artwork on the walls is constantly changing, and the Maialino restaurant is known for its roast suckling pig and tasty pasta dishes.
The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park
The Ritz-Carlton is also all decorated for the Christmas season, and is located near Central Park. This hotel is located in Midtown Manhattan and close to all the best shopping, near Radio City Music Hall and also the Modern Museum of Art. Many of the 259 luxurious rooms and suites overlook Central Park, and guests can enjoy afternoon tea and cocktails at the Star Lounge. The Prairie Spa specializes in luxury skin care treatments, and Auden Bistro & Bar is a great place to grab a bite to eat.
