First stop on this trip with this hotel in the Big Apple’s financial district , a stone’s throw from the World Trade Center. A stay linked to a professional conference being held in the hotel.

Booking

I booked the hotel through my company’s reservation system, which enables me to benefit from negotiated rates in various hotel chains. Even with these negotiated rates, the posted price is insane, over $700 a night. But my boss is staying at the same hotel, so I have his agreement to book even at this high rate.

Arrival

After making the reservation, I contact my Marriott ambassador to request an early arrival, around 10 a.m. after my flight from Boston arrives just after 9 a.m. at JFK airport.

A few days later, my early arrival was confirmed.

48 hours before my arrival at the hotel, I proceed with the check-in formalities via the Marriott app, which allows me to complete these formalities without a hitch. And save time on arrival.

I arrive at the hotel at around 10:30 a.m., after an hour’s drive from JFK airport.

When I arrived, my room was ready, the formalities were completed quickly, and I was in my room within a minute of being dropped off in front of the building.

On the other hand, I was greeted in the very standard way of Marriott hotels in the United States, with no frills or special treatment due to my status.

Room

My room was located on the 35th floor of the hotel, three floors below the highest floor.

As you enter the room, you are immediately struck by the unobstructed view of Hudson Bay.

To the left is the bathroom, completely renovated and equipped with a medium-sized washbasin, but with plenty of room on the sides for your belongings. Opposite this basin is the walk-in shower, very spacious and with good quality toiletries.

Opposite the bathroom entrance is a large mirror and a few hooks for winter clothes.

To the left is the bedroom proper, with, on the right, a large desk overlooked by a TV set, facing the king-size bed, which is comfortable but not exceptional. On either side of the bed are two bedside tables, and electrical and USB sockets are available on both sides of the bed.

Near the windows is a loveseat on which to relax, overlooked by a large designer lamp.

The only regret of this room is the very low ceiling, which reflects the hotel’s late 90s style. But everything has been done to make up for this, and the design is up to date.

A welcome pack was handed to me at reception, and a coffee machine and bottle of water are available on the desk.

Finally, the virtual tour:

Hotel facilities

The hotel is equipped with a fitness room, open 24 hours a day.

I’ll be taking advantage of it every morning of my stay to do my usual exercise.

The equipment is plentiful, so it will never be difficult to find a machine to do my exercises each morning.

Unfortunately, there’s no pool or spa here.

Catering

Catering at this hotel is mainly provided by a burger joint located adjacent to reception.

Platinum, Titanium and Ambassador members of the Marriott Bonvoy loyalty program are also welcome to use the Executive Lounge on the 38th and top floors.

Executive Lounge – Service du petit-déjeuner

For every morning of my stay, I’ll be using the Executive Lounge for breakfast.

I was used to the very mediocre buffets of American Marriott or Starwood establishments when I lived in the United States between 2010 and 2012, but I note that efforts have been made and that the buffet is of quite acceptable quality.

It even has an espresso machine, and can make cappuccinos, which is still the exception in American buffets, accustomed to filter coffee. And much more to my taste in any case.

I’ll be making a small selection of breakfast every morning, and this will be more than enough to wait for lunch.

Bill’s Burger – Service du déjeuner

On the day of my arrival at the hotel, I’d stop by Bill’s Burger, located near reception, for lunch.

I’d order the signature burger from the menu, which I have to say is excellent.

Service will be acceptable without being ultra-attentive, but in any case prompt in execution. Just what you’d expect from an establishment when you’re away on business.

Bill’s Burger – Bar

On the second afternoon of my stay, my chef and I decided to sit down at the bar in the late afternoon to watch a Champions League match. It was a pleasant moment, the waitress was very attentive to our needs, and the prices were relatively reasonable.

It should be noted that the hotel charges a destination fee, now standard procedure in New York, which included a $20 Food Beverage credit to be consumed in the hotel’s establishments.

And this was applicable to our bar bill.

Service

Service in the establishment is rather mediocre, but in line with what is now expected in the United States. It’s sad, but no longer really disappointing.

Departure

Check-out formalities were simplicity itself, carried out via the Marriott Bonvoy app and without having to go through reception.

In fact, late check-out had already been confirmed when I arrived, and I didn ‘t have to go back to reception to get the room cards encoded at the right time.

Bottom line

A solid stay. Looks like a good stay if the price wasn’t so high. But at this price, it’s a steal!

Itinerary

As a reminder, here is the itinerary followed:

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