oldboy,
I stayed at the Palace in spring 2008 on a work trip. It is a big hotel with good facilities. I thought the location was great -- I like midtown. Other people might prefer to be further uptown or quite a bit further downtown, but I liked it.
The decor of my room was rather chintzy (as big American hotels often are) but I am probably a bit more fussy than most (I generally prefer more modern places). The view was terrific -- out onto the cathedral and across Manhattan. Really memorable. Make sure you ask for it!
Had breakfast a few times; pricey but nice. Staff were all very helpful and the service was faultless.
Hope this is helpful and you have a great time -- it's a very good hotel.
I stayed at the Palace in spring 2008 on a work trip. It is a big hotel with good facilities. I thought the location was great -- I like midtown. Other people might prefer to be further uptown or quite a bit further downtown, but I liked it.
The decor of my room was rather chintzy (as big American hotels often are) but I am probably a bit more fussy than most (I generally prefer more modern places). The view was terrific -- out onto the cathedral and across Manhattan. Really memorable. Make sure you ask for it!
Had breakfast a few times; pricey but nice. Staff were all very helpful and the service was faultless.
Hope this is helpful and you have a great time -- it's a very good hotel.