In this video review of The New Yorker Hotel, creator Happy Destinations lays out their take on the historic hotel.
The New Yorker Hotel Review
Melissa's host presents this episode of Happy Destinations checking into The New Yorker Hotel, a historic art deco property on 8th Avenue in Midtown Manhattan known for its iconic rooftop sign. The rooms lean traditional and historic in style, with views of the Manhattan skyline. The standout selling point is location: Madison Square Garden and Penn Station are about a two-minute walk away, making it ideal for concerts or Knicks/Rangers games, while the Empire State Building (~11 min), Hudson Yards (~10 min), and Times Square/Broadway (~15 min) are all within walking distance. On-site dining options include the classic Tick Tock Diner, Italian fare at Trattoria Bianca, and Butcher and Banker, a steakhouse set inside a former bank vault beneath the hotel. The host notes they booked specifically for the location, having attended a concert directly across the street at Madison Square Garden.
