Fresh off a multimillion-dollar renovation, this Midtown boutique stars studio rooms and suites outfitted with rainforest showers, flat-screen TVs, Molton Brown bath products and free WiFi (plus fireplaces and Empire State Building views in some of the suites); the rustic-chic lobby boasts a casual cafe and trendy bar, and a 24-hour fitness center completes the package.
Former W Hotel location slogged off onto British hotelier. St. Giles is generally known for budget accommodations, but you won't be finding that here. Holdover W interiors are luxe, with sexy crimson accent, chic furnishings. Bliss is out, but Archive Essentials are in for your primping pleasure.