At a glance: 4-star · Since 1991 · Renovated 2009 · 179 rooms
Near: Top of The Rock · 5 min walk
Guests love: Location · Atmosphere
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For dining, start at the hotel's own Restaurant, which serves Italian-inspired meals. Nearby, you can walk to La Grande Boucherie NYC, Quality Bistro, Ocean Prime - New York, La Pecora Bianca - Theater District, Carmine's - 44th Street - NYC, Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse - New York City, Mastro's Steakhouse - New York City, The Capital Grille - NY - Rockefeller Center, and The Terrace and Outdoor Gardens at The Times Square EDITION. These spots are all within a short walk in Midtown, offering a range of cuisines from Italian to steakhouses. For a quick bite, a Whole Foods supermarket with a buffet, sushi, and pizza is a 5-minute walk away.
The Michelangelo Hotel sits in Midtown Manhattan, right in the Theater District near Times Square and Rockefeller Center. You are a 5-minute walk from Top of The Rock and The Museum of Modern Art, and an 11-minute walk from Bryant Park. The area is packed with shops, including Macy's Herald Square, and everyday conveniences like Arrow Pharmacy and 7 Eleven. Subway stations at 49th Street and 47th-50th Str.-Rockefeller Center are close by, making it easy to explore further. The hotel's own Restaurant offers Italian-inspired dining, and the neighborhood is full of dining options within a short walk.
From LaGuardia Airport (LGA), a taxi or ride-hailing trip takes about 25-40 minutes. From the 49th Street or 47th-50th Str.-Rockefeller Center subway stations, both a short walk from the hotel, you can connect to the rest of the city. If arriving at Grand Central Terminal, it is about a 19-minute walk. For JFK, take the AirTrain to Jamaica Station, then the subway to 7th Avenue, a journey of roughly 47 minutes with transfers. A pre-booked transfer or taxi is also a straightforward option from any airport.
In the evening, you can walk to Top of The Rock in 5 minutes or The Museum of Modern Art in 5 minutes for iconic views and culture. Bryant Park is an 11-minute walk, and SUMMIT One Vanderbilt is 13 minutes away, both offering evening experiences. The hotel's own Restaurant and The Lounge at The Michelangelo serve Italian-inspired dining and drinks, ideal for a relaxed night. Broadway theaters and Times Square are just steps away for shows and entertainment. For a longer stroll, the Empire State Building is an 18-minute walk, and Edge NYC is 22 minutes away.
Yes, the Michelangelo Hotel is a great base for exploring New York. You can walk to Top of The Rock in 5 minutes, The Museum of Modern Art in 5 minutes, and Bryant Park in 11 minutes. SUMMIT One Vanderbilt is a 13-minute walk, and the Empire State Building is 18 minutes away. For farther sights like The High Line (2.4 km), you can use the nearby 49th Street or 47th-50th Str.- Rockefeller Center subway stations. The hotel's central Midtown location puts you close to Times Square and Rockefeller Center, making it easy to start your day of sightseeing.
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