The Jumeirah Essex House - New York

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Jumeirah Essex House, a well feature of New York City, is ideally situated in the heart of Manhattan on Central Park South. The hotel is located at walking distance from Broadway, Fifth Avenue, The Metropolitan Museum of Art and countless other spectacular New York City attractions including Times Square (15 blocks), Carnegie Hall (1 block), Radio City Music Hall (8 blocks) and Lincoln Center (5 blocks).

Overlooking Central Park and towering 44 floors from street level to the top of its tower above Central Park South between Sixth and Seventh Avenues in New York City's midtown Manhattan, Essex House first opened its doors in October 1931, originally built as Sevilla Towers. At the time of its construction, it was the tallest tower in New York and the hotel opened during an era of unprecedented style and elegance. With its prestigious address on fashionable Central Park South, the Essex House was one of the first hotels in New York to offer a 'Sunday Brunch' for walkers in Central Park back in the 1930's and many celebrity guests have stayed in the hotel throughout the many years the hotel has been in operation.

Jumeirah Essex House features 515 elegant, luxurious and well appointed guest rooms and suites with breathtaking views of Central Park and Manhattan, each combining old world charm and modern luxury. This classic contemporary Midtown luxury hotel provides a refined haven of elegance and comfort that has long been the choice for world leaders and celebrities.

Guest rooms and suites are decorated in elegant art deco surroundings and offer high speed internet access, premium-channel cable television, dual line speaker telephone with data port and voice mail, mini bar, personal safe and 24hr room service.

Alain Ducasse at Jumeirah Essex House is the signature restaurant of the hotel, offering a feast for the eyes and the palate. The restaurant encompasses a 65-cover dining room as well as the 'Salon de Soie, an elegant private dining room and the Chef's Table or Aquarium.

Alain Ducasse and his Executive Chef Tony Esnault, present an exciting seasonal menu whilst the restaurant's sommelier will accompany diners on a journey through the best vineyards of the world.

The restaurant was voted number one in New York in the 2005 Zagat Survey where it was described as offering 'meticulous but unpretentious' service.

Features delectable American cuisine in an idyllic garden setting with panoramic park views and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Café Botanica serves New York's most renowned brunch on Saturday and Sunday.

A tranquil lounge with 1930s transcontinental travel as its theme, featuring a wood-burning fireplace which completes the clubby ambience set by the mahogany-panelled walls. Light snacks are served.

In-house spa facilities include sauna and steam bath, a selection of massage treatments and a range of pampering options. An on-site fitness specialist caters to your every need.

In addition, the hotel features a fully equipped fitness centre with cardiovascular equipment and a full range of weight resistance exercise machines whilst guests can also enjoy the many jogging tracks and riding trails right outside the hotel.

White Sand Weddings - Customer Reviews

The Jumeirah Essex House - New York

"They are certainly right in describing this hotel as elegant and luxurious - and what stunning views of Central Park. Thank you so much for arranging everything so professionally - we were delighted with all of the suggestions you made about our wedding Ceremony in Central Park. Everything went so smoothly - we really couldn't have been happier"

Ian and Emma Cooper - 19 August 2005