The Inn at Irving Place
(212) 533-4600
56 Irving Pl
New York,
NY
10003
40.7361
-73.9872
Neighborhoods: Gramercy Park, Midtown
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The Scene
There is neither sign nor awning, which is perhaps one of the reasons rock and fashion royalty flock to these two restored 19th-century townhouses just south of Gramercy Park. Inside are 12 charming rooms, each named for a personality associated with the neighborhood. (Think Madame Olenska from "The Age of Innocence.") The townhouses' original architectural details have been retained and restored, including 14 fireplaces, burled-wood shutters and wood-paneled walls.
The Details
Amenities are what set these rooms apart from the ordinary B&B. Beds sport Frette linens, and technology hums quietly away. The large bathrooms are luxuriously accented with brass fixtures and ceramic tiles. Other services include in-room massage, room service, concierge and complimentary breakfast in bed. Lady Mendl's serves afternoon tea on period English and French china (reservations required). There are also two other tea rooms; all can be used for private parties from 10 to 50.
User Reviews
Anonymous
September 02, 2005
I made an appointment at this tea salon for 5 of us on mother's day. The visit was an expensive one but I had been looking forward to it. When we arrived, we were seated not at a table, but on a couch and chair near a fireplace. There were available tables around us but they wouldn't let us sit at one. Instead we had to eat and sip tea off of our laps!! I couldn't believe it! My mom didn't want to make a big deal about it so we sat through it but I complained later and they gave me a coupon to come again but I didn't use it.
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kafka
December 13, 2002
the loveliest hotel in new york is where we stayed last night and were treated like royalty. we felt like a king and lady in this subdued and elegant brownstone near gramercy park, frette linens, fine bone china, the whole shebang and no mass market gimmicks. a remarkable experience in travel.
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666
November 19, 2002
I've stayed in 50+ hotels throughout NYC. The two times I've stayed at the Inn at Irving Place, I was treating myself and my date to a cozy night away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Staff was extremely friendly (despite super-late check-in), and had great recommendations on parking options. Breakfast was yummy. Accomodations were comfortable. Crazy overpriced in comparison to B+B's outside of NYC... but then again, this is NYC.
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When to Go:
Gramercy Park is open to the public just three times a year: Gramercy Park Day, Christmas Day and Yom Kippur.
The Extras:
Make reservations for tea at Lady Mendl's downstairs.
Know Before You Go:
To maximize the sophistication--and sense of romance--children under 12 are discouraged. Also, there's no elevator in the two-floor walkup.
Look Good:
The inn's Cibar lounge attracts cigar aficionados, including women who love the tufted seating and "soft" ambience.
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