Situated directly across the street from St. Patricks Cathedral, The New York Palace Hotel is a stunning building that lends a touch of Roman architecture to the surrounding skyscrapers of midtown Manhattan. The hotel is mere blocks from Central Park, flanked by an endless array of designer boutiques on Fifth Avenue, and close to the citys finest cultural offerings, museums and Rockefeller Center. The hotels convenient location is ideal for discerning travelers looking for a memorable New York vacation. When approaching The Palace by way of Madison Avenue, youll notice the courtyards neo-Italian Renaissance brick and ornate wrought iron features are a welcoming old-world addition. Part of the Dorchester Collection of luxury hotels, The Palace was built in 1882 as a cluster of private townhouses encircling a courtyard; the 55-story tower was added in the 1970s, creating an atmosphere thats both cozy and opulent. The two-story marble lobby, decorated with warm colors and a stunning chandelier, boasts a grand staircase leading downstairs to the lower lobby. Twin staircases on each side of the foyer lead up to the second floor, the site of the historic red Verona fireplace, a feature preserved from the original structure, the Villard Mansion. In the main tower, constructed of reflective bronzed glass, are 899 guest rooms and a selection of suites: Four Art Deco style Triplex Suites have outdoor terraces offering panoramic skyline views. Eighty-five junior, one-bedroom and two ...