The Plaza, A Fairmont Hotel
New York City, United States · ★★★★★ · 9.0/10 Exceptional · guest rating
Historic luxury hotel on Fifth Avenue, with Central Park two minutes away on foot, a spa, two restaurants, two bars and a gym open 24 hours a day.
The Plaza, A Fairmont Hotel is at 768 Fifth Avenue, at the southern end of Central Park, and the listing describes it as a historic luxury hotel. Its facade and its lobby, with roomy, carefully decorated spaces, make it a landmark of Fifth Avenue. It hosts guests in comfortable rooms and suites with sitting areas, and the building has long been associated with the city's grand hotel tradition.
Services include a full-service spa with massages, facial and body treatments, a hair salon, two restaurants, two bars and lounges, and private dinners for couples. It also offers a 24-hour gym, bicycle rental and electric vehicle charging. Confirm hours, reservations and pet conditions with the hotel. There is also babysitting, valet parking and soundproofed rooms, useful in a very active area.
Why stay here
- Historic landmark building on Fifth Avenue
- Central Park and the subway two minutes away on foot
- Full-service spa and a 24-hour gym
- Two restaurants, two bars and private dinners
- Tip: ask for a park-view room when booking
The setting
The hotel occupies an iconic building facing Central Park. Common areas look grand, with an imposing lobby and sumptuous lounges. Rooms look well appointed, with large beds, bathrooms and, in some units, a separate sitting room. The listing mentions soundproofed rooms, a plus in a noisy city. When booking, ask about the room type and the park view, which depend on the category.
What we like
- Fifth Avenue location, with Central Park two minutes away
- Historic building with an imposing lobby and lounges
- Full-service spa and a 24-hour gym
- Two restaurants, two bars and private dinners
- Soundproofed rooms, useful in a busy area
Worth knowing
- A very busy area, with large crowds in high season
- Midtown traffic can slow down transfers
Don't miss
Take in the lobby and the lounges of the building, then cross over to Central Park, just two minutes away. On the same block, Fifth Avenue is packed with shops, and Rockefeller Center is about an eight-minute walk.
Facilities
- Full-service spa
- Two restaurants
- Two bars and lounges
- Private dinners for couples
- 24-hour gym
- Hair salon
- Bicycle rental
- Limousine service
- Valet parking
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Soundproofed rooms
- Babysitting
- Pets accepted
- Laundry and dry cleaning
Location
The hotel is at 768 Fifth Avenue. Fifth Avenue is a one-minute walk, Central Park and the 5 Av/59 St subway station two, Rockefeller Center eight, Times Square about fourteen and Grand Central about nineteen. LaGuardia Airport is roughly 29 minutes by car, though New York traffic varies a great deal.
Address: 768 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY, 10019
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Frequently asked questions
Is it near Central Park?
Yes, the park is a two-minute walk away, as is the 5 Av/59 St subway station. It is a convenient location for exploring Midtown on foot.
What dining options does it have?
It has two restaurants and two bars or lounges, plus private dinners for couples. Menus and hours change, so confirm them with the hotel.
Does it have a spa and gym?
Yes, there is a full-service spa with massages and treatments, and a gym open 24 hours. Ask about hours and treatment reservations.
How long is the trip to the airport?
LaGuardia Airport is about 29 minutes by car, according to the listing. New York traffic varies a great deal, so allow some extra time.
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