Toms River Hotels - United States, US

The Moderne
 

Location. Just a few blocks from the lights of Broadway in Midtown Manhattan (N.Y.), the Moderne Hotel is a uniquely styled boutique. More than 20 Broadway theaters stand within 10 blocks of the hotel. The Moderne is also just three blocks from Carnegie Hall and a short walk to Central Park, Rockefeller Center and Fifth Avenue shopping.BR>Hotel Features. Within the hotel's slender building of brick-and-brownstone, art deco architecture and pop art panache mingle in playfully intelligent designs. Velvet curtains flanking the entryway lend the lobby a theatrical framing. The lobby itself is a sophisticated setting of dark-wood paneling. Two curvy, celery-green chairs and a front desk gilded with chrome bring whimsical color to the room. The hotel's second-floor coffee lounge overlooks 55th street, and a computer is available for dispatching email home. With only 39 guestrooms, the Moderne provides a personable level of service. The concierge is available to arrange for theater tickets or transportation. Professional guests may appreciate the hotel's wireless Internet access and business services at the front desk. BR>BR>Guestrooms. Guestrooms at the Moderne are modish, with bold colors and crisp furniture designs. Rooms feature theater-inspired décor and a Warhol print of Marilyn Monroe hangs near white platform beds splashed with bright velour pillows. Bathrooms decked in green or beige marble provide premium international toiletries. Expert Tip. The Ed Sullivan Theater, less than two blocks from the hotel, is home to i>The Late Show with David Letterman/i>.

Marcel Hotel
 

Location. The Marcel Hotel in New York, N.Y., is located in Midtown Manhattan on historic Murray Hill. The hotel puts guests close to the Empire State Building and the Flatiron District, one of the most popular neighborhoods in Manhattan. A nearby subway station is convenient for visitors wishing to travel to other parts of the city. Hotel Features. The Marcel Hotel's lobby features chic designer furniture and warm wood-paneled walls. Adjacent to the lobby is a cappuccino bar, which becomes a popular setting each e morning, and complimentary newspapers are available for guests. The hotel's on-site restaurant, Gramercy 24, boasts an oyster bar, fresh seafood and other American favorites each evening. Guestrooms. The Marcel Hotel's 97 guestrooms offer cleverly compact designs, employing platform beds in wooden alcoves with built-in shelves and lighting. Beds invite slumber with down duvets and premium linens. Wireless Internet access is available at a surcharge. Expert Tip. Few people know that Gramercy Park, 10 blocks from this hotel and one of the only private parks left in Manhattan, is open to the public on Gramercy Park Day, which changes annually.

Ameritania Hotel
 

Location. Located in the New York City's Theatre District on the corner of 54th Street and Broadway, The Ameritania Hotel is five blocks from Central Park and Times Square. The Museum of Modern Art is two blocks away. The Ed Sullivan Theatre, where the David Letterman show is taped, is just around the corner.Hotel Features. The Ameritania Hotel is defined with unique accent. Mahogany paneling and hand-painted murals line the walls. Chandeliers of floating silver disks drip from the ceiling. The Twist Bar, is a 60's retro- themed venue that is just off the lobby and features a lounge area with complimentary coffee, espresso, and tea 24 hours a day. The hotel front desk's multilingual staff is available 24-hour a day. With concierge service and tour assistance, the Ameritania Hotel aids New York City travelers with their sightseeing needs. Complimentary coffee and newspapers are found in the lobby Guestrooms. The hotel's 210 guestrooms feature modern furnishing and artwork. Each guestroom has a CD player and cable television. Designer toiletries are complimentary. Refrigerators are available upon request. Expert Tip. Located diagonally across 54th St, Dillons Restaurant Lounge accommodates the needs of off-Broadway theater- goers with shows, food and fun. An accompanist is featured weekly during open microphone night ready to play along as singers from the audience take the stage.

The Shoreham Hotel
 

Location. The Shoreham Hotel in New York, N.Y., is centrally located off Fifth Avenue. The hotel is one block from the the Museum of Modern Art, and the Broadway Theater District is two blocks away. Hotel Features. The hotel's Shoreham Restaurant, with its leather and steel banquettes and fluorescent wall panels that change colors, specializes in New American cuisine. An on-site lounge, furnished with honey-colored leather chairs, is the setting for complimentary cappuccinos. The hotel offers 24-hour room service and a never-ending flow of coffee, tea and other beverages in the lobby. Wireless Internet access and a business center are also available. Complimentary passes to a nearby fitness facility are offered, along with massages and spa services. Limousine and Town Car service is available. Guestrooms. The Shoreham Hotel's striking minimalist décor of stainless steel, glass, marble and rich woods complemented by light fabric treats the eyes and pervades throughout the hotel into the guestrooms. The 174 guestrooms are equipped with CD players, VCRs and cable television. Festooned with palettes of earth tones and white, accommodations include imported Belgian linens, down bedding, plush towels and cotton bathrobes. Expert Tip. Guests searching for the best jewelry money can buy can visit Tiffany Co. and Harry Winston, both within one block of the hotel.

Doubletree Metropolitan Hotel
 

Location. Located in Midtown Manhattan, the 20-story Doubletree Metropolitan Hotel is positioned three blocks from Fifth Avenue shopping and Rockefeller Center. Grand Central Terminal, the Museum of Modern Art and the United Nations are within eight blocks of the hotel. Hotel Features. Opened in 1961, this hotel was popular for its Midtown location and tropical- deco look. Today, the hotel is an updated 1960s style with modern amenities. Warm chocolate chip cookies are served upon guests' arrival. The Met Grill, located in the lobby, serves American and continental fare, and the adjoining cocktail lounge serves as a place to mingle amidst 1960s decor. Café Metro is an independent coffee shop and American eatery located at the hotel's main entrance. This hotel provides a well- equipped business center and wireless Internet access. The fitness center features weight machines and cardiovascular machines. Guestrooms. "Sweet Dreams" beds feature plush, thick mattresses, premium linens, down comforters and large fluffy pillows, providing a relaxing retreat. Limestone, arched shower rods for extra space and stainless steel sinks combine to create stylish and functional bathrooms. Guestrooms feature high-speed Internet access, cable television, desks and in-room safes. Expert Tip. The "Sex and the City" tour departs from Pulitzer Fountain on Fifth Avenue, three blocks from the hotel. Highlights include stops at the art gallery where Charlotte worked, the SoHo shoe store that Carrie frequented and over 40 other venues seen in the HBO hit series. Complimentary Breakfast: Guests who book a deluxe guestroom will receive a complimentary breakfast for two.

West End Studios & Hostel
 

The West End Studios, in New York, N.Y., is located in Manhattan's Upper West Side, one of the city's most historic and trendy neighborhoods. Surrounded by restaurants, specialty shops and two magnificent parks, the immediate neighborhood offers a taste of New York living. The subway is only two blocks from the hotel at 103rd Street and Broadway, putting the rest of Manhattan within easy access. This hotel is geared specifically for students and budget travelers, offering minimal accommodations at affordable rates. BR>The West End Studios' guestrooms are very basic, and do not have telephones or private bathrooms. Hotel guests share bathroom facilities with others on the same floor, however, a sink is located in each room. The hotel features 24-hour reception, laundry facilities and safe-deposit boxes. The West End Studios is an ideal choice for budget-minded travelers looking to spend most of their time exploring the city.