Omni Berkshire Place is a comfortable New York City hotel located at 21 East 52nd Street. This New York hotel is convenient to many of NY City attraction. Those looking for pet friendly accommodation in New York can find Omni Berkshire Place NY City perfect for lodging. This New York pet friendly hotel offers top class accommodation and services. The best features of Omni Berkshire Place NY include-
Restaurant
Exercise Facility
Horseback Riding
Business Services
Business And Meeting Services
business services -
-audio-visual equipment
-business center
-computer modem hookups
-computer printing
-computers
-copy machine
-copy service
-fax service
-secretarial services
-shipping
chargeable business services -
-analog dial up dataport
-internet appliance or pc
-wireless data connection
business and meeting services text -
-located on second floor. open 7am-7pm monday-friday.
Cancellation/Refund
all reservations must be cancelled no later than 1159pm -1 day- prior to date of arrival to avoid billing to credit card or forfeit of 1 nights deposit sent.
exceptions to the standard cancel policy---- 01dec99 - 17dec99...peak christmas shopping dates 1999 - ALL reservations that include the above dates must be cancelled no later than -7 days- prior to the arrival date 1159pm hotel time to avoid forfeit of deposit or billing of credit card for 1 nights stay. . 31dec99 - 31dec99...new years eve 1999 - ALL reservations that include the above date must be cancelled no later than 1159pm -3 days- prior to date of arrival to avoid billing of 1 night to credit card or forfeit of 1 nights cash or credit card deposit.
Corporate Locations
abn amro bank 1 blocks s
accenture 4 blocks nw
atlantic records 3 blocks w
bank of america 1 blocks e
bear stearns world hdqtrs 7 blocks s
cbs 2 blocks e
cartier 1 blocks w
chase manhattan bank 5 blocks nw
citigroup 3 blocks ne
colgate palmolive 4 blocks se
computer associates 1 blocks e
credit suisse 1st boston 2 mi s
deutche bank / alex brown 4 blocks se
goldman sachs 2 mi sw
ing barings 1 blocks w
jeffries and company 1 blocks n
kpmg 3 blocks se
lehman brothers 8 blocks s
mckinsey and co. 1 blocks e
merrill lynch 4 blocks n
mt. sinai hospital 3 mi s
nbc 4 blocks sw
new york stock exchange 4.5 mi s
omnicom 2 blocks s
price waterhouse coopers 2 blocks w
seagrams 2 blocks e
sony 3 blocks n
time warner 4 blocks sw
Credit Cards
credit cards accepted as payment-
american express
diners club
discover card
interbank master card
jcb international
master card
visa
Dining
room service offered from 0000 hrs to 2359 hrs property has 1 restaurants on-site
additional meal plan description - room service is 24 hours daily. 600am - 10pm is a full menu and 10pm to 6am is a limited menu.
fireside lounge type of restaurant - bar/lounge hours - from 1200hrs to 2359hrs mon-sun restaurant description - an ideal place to enjoy afternoon tea pre-theater appetizers and cocktails or post dinner dessert. features live piano music nightly.
fireside restaurant type of restaurant - full service restaurant type of cuisine - american meals served - breakfast / lunch / dinner / dessert hours - from 0700hrs to 1030hrs mon-sun from 1130hrs to 1430hrs mon-sun from 1700hrs to 2200hrs mon-sun restaurant description - fireside which recently opened following a 3.5 million dollar renovation features the innovative cocktail cuisine of chef sam demarco. fireside resides in the former restaurant kokachin with a completely redesigned and fresh look featuring several fire boxes which add to the overall warmth of the color and design. the focal point of the restaurant is a floor to ceiling fireplace. there are two private rooms where business can be discussed over a meal. or perhaps just a special occasion where more privacy would be desired.
Directions
direction to the property from airport - ewr take i-80 to george washington bridge. follow signs to the henry hudson parkway-west side highway. exit left onto 52nd street. follow 52nd street past fifth avenue. the hotel will be on your left side just before madison avenue.
direction to the property from airport - jfk john f kennedy international airport - take the van wyck expressway to the long island expressway to the midtown tunnel. turn right onto 3rd avenue and continue straight to 53rd street. turn left onto 53rd street to 5th avenue. turn left onto 5th avenue to 52nd street. drive to 52nd street turn left. madison avenue is one block and the hotel is on the left.
direction to the property from airport - lga la guardia airport - take the grand central parkway west to the tri-borough bridge. stay to the right and follow the signs to manhattan. you will automatically be on fdr drive south. get off at the 53rd street exit. drive to 5th avenue and turn left. drive to 52nd street turn left. madison avenue is one block and the hotel is on the left.
direction to the property from - george washington bridge take i-80 to george washington bridge. follow signs to the henry hudson parkway-west side highway. exit left onto 52nd street. follow 52nd street past fifth avenue. the hotel will be on your left side just before madison avenue.
direction to the property from - grand central -10blk walk at 42nd street and lexington avenue in the great hall at grand central there is a bank of escalators across from the great clock and information center. go up the escalator and go through the met life building across 45th street through the helmsley building. you will now be on park avenue. go straight down park avenue to 52nd street and turn left onto 52nd street. proceed to madison avenue. the hotel is on the corner of madison avenue at 52nd street. or you can take these directions exit grand central at the 42nd street exit and make a right. proceed 2 blocks to madison avenue and make a right onto madison avenue at 42nd street. walk approximately 10 blocks to madison avenue and 52nd street. make a left onto 52nd street again. the hotel is on the corner of 52nd street and madison avenue.
direction to the property from - new england take i-95 new england thru-way to bruckner expressway to the tri-borough bridge. see directions from laguardia.
direction to the property from - penn station 20 min cab ride to hotel. for subway take the e-train at 34th and 8th avenues uptown. get off at 5th avenue. hotel is on 52nd and madison avenues. driving or walking take 8th avenue uptown towards 52nd street. take a right on 52nd street.
direction to the property from - staten island take i-278 to brooklyn bridge exit. follow signs to fdr drive north. exit 42nd street and turn right onto 1st avenue. take 1st avenue to 53rd street and turn left. take 53rd street to 5th avenue. turn left onto 5th avenue to 52nd street. make a left onto 52nd street. madison avenue is one block and the hotel is on the right.
direction to the property from - upstate new york take the new york state throughway route 87 south to the tapan zee bridge. go across the bridge and follow the signs to new york city. route 87 turns into major deegan expressway. continue on major deegan expressway to the tri-borough bridge. see directions from laguardia starting from the tri-borough bridge.
Extras/Options
taxes and surcharges - tax- 13.37 % sales tax based on per room per night
total tax is 13.375 percent. state tax is 8.375 and city tax is 5.00. occupancy tax - 3.50 USD per room/per night suites 5.50 USD per room/per night. the hotel does accept tax exempt forms. guest s name must be on form.
phone charges -
local phone charge - base fee/access charge/surcharge 1.00 USD additional cost 0.15 USD per minute
extra charges text - rollaways are not allowed in deluxe rooms with two double beds.
public area facilities
-analog dial up dataport
-high speed internet access
-wireless data connection
additional on-site facilities - parking for an suv is 10.00 USD extra. if the guest does not currently have wireless capability they can rent a wireless bridge for 9.95 USD per day with a 250.00 USD deposit that is refundable upon return of the wireless bridge.
off-site facilities -
-general facilities
-night club
-restaurant
-spa
parking facilities
-garage parking 24hrs. 30.00 USD 1 block from hotel
Incentive Programs
airline frequent flyer program participation - air france frequence plus american aadvantage china eastern airlines delta skymiles emirates airline skywards miles klm flying dutchman singapore airlines krisflyer thai airways royal orchid plus united mileage plus
hotel frequent guest program - omni select guest welcome to the select guest program from omni hotels the program that gives you exceptional privileges and rewards with every stay. enrolling is easy and membership is free. as a select guest member you enjoy personalized luxury with an elite level of attention which ensures that your every stay is automatically tailored to your preferences. it is the ultimate guest experience. this is the easiest way to enjoy little extras without having to accumulate points. for example just six stays earns you select guest gold status. you can also earn frequent flyer miles - choose from american aadvantage flying blue-air france/klm china eastern airlines delta skymiles emirates airline skywards miles etihad airways jet airways singapore airlines thai airways united mileage plus or amtrak guest rewards pointsget - surprise complimentary weekend nights at omni hotels 50 percent-off weekend nights free room upgrades complimentary wifi complimentary morning beverage delivered to the room complimentary newspaper and more. visit our website for more program details at http //www.omnihotels.com/ selectguestprogram.aspx
Location
lga airport 7 mi w
jfk airport 17 mi nw
ewr airport 17 mi ne
teb airport 13.6 mi se
cdw airport 22.3 mi se
primary local point of interest - e 52nd at madison
primary city - nyc - new york
additional property location text - from the statue of liberty and times square to central park and the empire state building the big apple has plenty of famous attractions to keep you busy. you can power walk through central park shop in chinatown or experience the culture and tradition of the metropolitan museum of art. but the city that never sleeps has so much more than tourist stops. considered a cultural melting pot new york city offers a plethora of restaurants to please any palate. the shopping venues are the things dreams are made of. whether you re visiting for fun or for business new york is an unforgettable experience.
5th avenue 1 blocks w
american girl 3 blocks sw
bice 2 blocks n
bloomingdales 0.5 mi ne
broadway 7 blocks sw
burger heaven 1 blocks n
carnegie hall 8 blocks nw
central park 8 blocks n
china club 7 blocks w
columbia circle 1 mi nw
columbia university 2 mi nw
continental airline arena 11 mi nw
espn zone 6 blocks s
ed sullivan theatre 5 blocks w
empire state building 18 blocks s
fation institute of tech 1.5 mi sw
fordham university 3 mi nw
giants stadium 10 mi nw
grand central station 6 blocks se
guggenheim museum 1.5 mi n
hunter college 10 blocks ne
il menestrello across street
izod center 11 mi nw
jacob javits center 2 mi sw
lincoln center 1 blocks nw
macys 1 mi sw
madison avenue adjacent
madison square garden 1.5 mi sw
meadowlands 10 mi nw
metropolitan museum-art 1.5 mi n
museum of natural history 1.5 mi nw
nyu - new york univ. 3 mi sw
nassau vet. memorial clsm 28 mi e
opal 4 blocks e
penn station 1.5 mi sw
radio city music hall 3 blocks sw
rockefeller center 3 blocks s
soho 3 mi s
scruffy duffys 1 mi w
shea stadium 11 mi e
st. patricks cathedral 2 blocks s
statue of liberty ferry 5 mi s
times square 9 blocks sw
trump tower 4 blocks n
waldorf astoria hotel 3 blocks se
whitney museum 1 mi n
world trade center memor. 4.5 mi s
yankee stadium 7 mi n
Meeting And Conventions
total Number of meeting rooms - 9
total measurement ALL rooms - 3700 sq ft
capacity of largest meeting room - 128
measurement of largest meeting room - 1140 sq ft
capacity of smallest meeting room - 4
measurement of smallest meeting room - 108 sq ft
meeting room contact information - contact name - account manager contact title - global account manager contact phone - 1 800 788-6664 contact fax - 1 402 334-8013 contact email - grouplead omnihotels.com
meeting and convention facility text - one of new yorks crown jewels this historic luxury hotel has recently undergone a 4 million restoration. it is midtown manhattan location on madison avenue offers a wide variety of shopping selections right outside the front door and is within walking distance of broadway fifth avenue and rockefeller center. it features 396 guest rooms and 8 meeting rooms with 4 000 square feet of space including the 1 140-square-foot juilliard ballroom. with its combination of excellent meeting facilities and some of the TOP accommodations in new york city the omni berkshire place will be sure to make your event a success.
Policies
rates are guaranteed family plan available children stay free - children 12 years of age and younger may stay free in same room with parents using existing bedding.
pets allowed on property - omni hotels will allow pets. guests will be required to pay a non-refundable cleaning fee of 50.00 usd. pets such as dogs are authorized. the weight of the pet is not to exceed 25 pounds. guide dogs are allowed and exempt from charges and restrictions.
government id required for government bookings - over sold policy - property will arrange accommodations at a comparable hotel property will pay for one night room and tax at a comparable hotel traveler will be provided with free transportation to new hotel traveler will be reimbursed for at least one phone call to home or office
additional policy description - guests paying cash for stay will be required to pay a 50.00 USD deposit per day for incidentals. age to rent room is 21 years of age.
property offers commission - 10.00 % rate of commission
property participates in a centralized commission program
the property participates in the following third party centralized commission programs - pegasus commission processing
additional commission programs information - for assistance concerning travel agent commissions please contact - 1-800-422-1212 email - commissionresearch at pegs.com
26oct06 - xxxxxxx - cancel by 1 day prior to 1200 hours on day of arrival local hotel time
cancellation policy text - ALL cancels received after 12pm one day prior to arrival will be billed one night stay. individual rate plans may have cancellation requirements that vary from the standard policy. check specific rate description for complete details.
06jun06 - xxxxxxx mon-sun guarantee required for late arrival
guarantee text - ALL reservations must be guaranteed at the time of booking by an acceptable credit card or deposit by check or money order of 1 nights room rate plus tax. individual rates and certain events may have guarantee requirements that vary from the standard policy. check specific rate description for complete details.
deposit text - advance deposit of 1 nights room rate plus tax must be received by the hotel within 14 days of the original booking date and at least 3 days prior to the arrival date. mail check or money order to the hotel address attention reservations. if arrival date is within 3 days of booking date reservations must be guaranteed by an acceptable credit card for deposit. individual rate plans may have advance deposit requirements that vary from the standard policy. check specific rate description for complete details.
accepted forms of guarantee- company check credit card money order personal check traveller s check wire payment
accepted forms of deposit- company check credit card money order personal check traveller s check wire payment
accepted forms of payment- company check cash credit card money order personal check traveller s check wire payment
Property Description
property category - luxury
property type - full service hotel
year built - 1926
year remodeled - 2003
ratings - AAA 4 diamonds - ohg deluxe
additional property description -
steeped in historic charm the omni berkshire place is arefined yet comfortable new york city hotel that has become a haven for discerning travelers. a gracious hostsince 1926 the hotel received a major renovation in 2003 that created a timeless elegance. this luxury hotelblends modern technology with select classic comforts to deliver the highest level of personalized service forALL guests. if you d like to experience midtown manhattan accommodations that surrounded you with classic luxury and contemporary design the omni berkshire place is the place to be. whether it is a business trip that brings you to new york city or a weekend getaway our location is ideal. the omni berkshire place is just steps away from rockefeller center central park broadway s theatre district and 5th avenue shopping. if you are looking for that added touch to make your stay especially memorable consider one of our new york city vacation packages that are available.
website - www.omnihotels.com time zone - EST
Ratings
luxury hotel aaa 4 diamond
Recreation
on-site recreations -
-cardio vascular exercise
-children s activities
-exercising
-fine dining
-stair stepper
-stationary bike
-treadmill
-weightlifting
offsite recreational activities - rockefeller center ice rink is 4 blocks central park is 5 blocks - central park is a wonderful place for walks carriage rides ice skating in winter rollerblading biking and horse rides. broadway theatres is 6 blocks. our talented and multi-lingual concierge staff can arrange a multitude of recreational activities of your choice. our staff has connections for sought after theatre tickets dinner reservations and any requests you may have.
Room Description
nbr of rooms - 396
Number of floors - 21
nbr of rooms for physically-challenged guests - 18
all rooms have windows that open. smoke eliminator is used when cleaning smoking rooms. smoking rooms are located on the 5th floor.
room amenities for ALL rooms - room amenities - 120 ac / am/fm alarm clock / bath tub / bathrobe / bathroom amenities / cable/satellite tv / color tv / desk / direct dial telephone / easy chair / electrical adapter / electrical outlet at desk / free newspaper / in-room movies / mini bar / phone jack adapter / radio / remote control tv / room game system / safe / self-controlled heating/cooling / shower / smoke detector / telephone / television / work desk w/ lamp
technology - cordless phone / dataport / speaker phone / two line telephone / voice mail
chargeable amenities - ethernet rj-45 jack for laptop high speed wireless 9.95 USD wireless dataport 9.95 USD
miscellaneous - closets 1 / phones 3
room amenities for handicap rooms - bathtub seat / closed-caption tv / rails in bathroom / raised toilet with grab bars / safety bar in shower / visual alarm
max occupancy - 3 max Number of rollaways - 1 no coffee makers in rooms.
dlx - max occupancy - 3 max Number of rollaways - 1 deluxe rooms - 270 square feet with 1 king or 2 double beds. these rooms are dressed in fine linens plush duvets and feather pillows. rooms include a reading chair soundproof windows and marble bathroom. doubled bedded rooms will accommodate up to 4 persons.
exe - city view max occupancy - 3 max Number of rollaways - 1 executive business rooms - 360 square feet with 1 king bed. these rooms are bright because of the east and southern exposure city view - madison avenue or 52nd street side of the building. they are dressed in fine linens plush duvets and feather pillows. room includes a loveseat additional chair and desk with ample workspace. includes automatic enrollment into select guest program.
room amenities - work desk w/ lamp
spr - city view max occupancy - 3 max Number of rollaways - 1 superior rooms - 360 square feet with 1 king or 2 double beds. more spacious and brighter than deluxe rooms. they contain a loveseat and chair and have a city view while also providing more workspace. double bedded rooms will accommodate up to 4 persons.
stb - max occupancy - 4 max Number of rollaways - 1 berkshire suites - 445 square feet with 1 king bed. these suites provide a varied setting with glass-paned french doors that separate parlor and work area from the king bedroom. parlor area features a pull-out sofa bed club chair desk and stereo system.
stm - city view max occupancy - 4 max Number of rollaways - 1 madison suite - 781 square feet with 1 king bed. these corner suites overlook 52nd street or madison avenue . featuring a large master bedroom with an oversized bath and a separate living area with a sofa bed and stereo system.
room amenities - sleeper couch/sofabed / stereo system
Safety And Security
the property complies with american disabilities act guidelines
the property meets ALL current local state and country building codes
room safety and security -
-audible smoke detectors
-doors have dead bolts
-doors have view ports
-emergency exit maps
-emergency information in ALL guest rooms
-fire detectors
-primary entrance accessible by interior corridor/atrium
-smoke detectors
-sprinklers
-visual alarms for hearing impaired
-windows open
property safety and security -
-alarms continuously monitored
-alarms have strobe lights
-audible alarms in public areas
-audible smoke alarms in hallways
-auto link to fire station
-auto recall elevators
-automatic fire doors
-electronic room key system
-emergency backup generators
-emergency evacuation drill
-emergency lighting
-evacuation drill frequency
-fire detectors in hallways
-fire detectors in public areas
-fire extinguishers in hallways
-first aid available
-hardwired smoke detectors
-meets fire safety code
-multiple exits for each floor
-parking area patrolled
-parking area well lit
-parking garage or area attendants
-public address system
-security
-smoke detectors in hallways
-smoke detectors in public areas
-sprinklers in hallways
-sprinklers in public areas
-staff trained in cpr
-staff trained in first aid
-staff trained in issuance of duplicate key
-video surveillance in entrances
-video surveillance in public areas
-visual alarms for hearing impaired in hallways
-visual alarms for hearing impaired in public areas
-well-lit exit signs
-well-lit parking area s
-well-lit walkways
on-site chargeable services
-car rental see concierge
-housekeeping full complimentary
-laundry/valet
-storage luggage complimentary
additional on-site property services -
-extra charges - get fit room 14.99 USD per night is added to the guests bill / in-room movies approx. 10.00 USD per movie / web tv approx. 9.95 USD per day
off-site general services
-airport shuttle
additional off-site property services - new york airport service - 718-875-8200 www.nyairportservice.com
from laguardia the new york airport service - 718-875-8200 . follow signs for ground transportation outside the baggage claim area. 7 20am to 11pm. the service drops off at grand central then the guest can take a cab to the hotel. from jfk international airport the new york airport service - 718-875-8200. follow signs for ground transportation outside the baggage claim area. departs every 20-30 minutes hours are 6 15am to 11 10pm. the service drops off at grand central then the guest can take a cab to the hotel. from newark the new york airport service - 718-875-8200. follow signs for ground transportation outside the baggage claim area. the service drops off at grand central then the guest can take a cab to the hotel.
transportation from primary airport to property - taxi 35.00 USD - reservations 212-692-8294. taxi from jfk international is approx. 40.00 USD per/way. taxi from newark international is approx. 65.00 USD per/way
