The Pierre
2 E 61st St, New York City, NY, United States, 10021
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Expert review of The Pierre
A huge renovation has made this a top luxe spot.
This property on Fifth Avenue was in danger of the fate of some its grand dame counterparts; after years of not being renovated the hotel felt fusty and overpriced. But thanks to an injection of a cool $100 million from India’s Taj property group, it has upped its game significantly and reopened last summer with 140 new rooms and a destination restaurant.
Location:
A perfect perch alongside Fifth Avenue right next to Central Park and close to shopping magnets like FAO Schwartz, Barney's and Tiffany & Co.
Bedrooms:
Kitted out with Turkish marble baths, flat screen televisions, Bose iPod docks and gargantuan comfy king size beds, the guest rooms have a great new style but some bemoan the lack of "soul". I think it depends on whether you like formality.
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Public areas:
Quite grand with lots of upholstered sofas and an English drawing room feel.
Eating and drinking:
One of the hotel's centerpieces is an outpost of London’s Le Caprice restaurant. I haven’t been yet but friends have enjoyed the power lunch scene and dishes like a delicious smoked haddock and poached quail egg tart and prime New York strip steak - although it’s probably best to dine there if you are in town on an expense account.
Leisure facilities:
A lovely Jiva spa.
Service:
So far service has been what you would expect from a five star hotel but again some bemoan the lack of soul.
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Who stays there:
European royalty, Fortune 500 execs, older celebs.
Pros:
Location
Cons:
A bit soulless
More information on The Pierre :
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- Type:
- Hotel
- Address:
- 2 E 61st St, New York City, NY, United States, 10021
- Amenities:
- Business Centre, Room Service, High-Speed Internet, Fitness Centre, Restaurant, Parking, Pets Allowed
- Neighbourhood:
- Upper East Side
