10.21.09 history
THE NOBEL PEACE PRIZED GUESTS AT THE HELMSLEY
The debate as to whether or not you feel President Barack Obama deserves the Nobel Peace Prize is so very last week’s debate. What The New York Helmsley is talking about today is how our 44th president and 2009 Nobel Prize winner should join the ranks of past prize winners who have enjoyed a night within the walls of 212 42nd Street. The New York Helmsley Hotel can claim three Nobel Prize winners as former guests.
Meet our prized guests:
+ Shirin Ebadi is the first Iranian and first Muslim woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize. Ebadi is a lawyer, human rights activist and founder of Centre for the Defense of Human Rights in Iran. She was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for her work for democracy and human rights, with a focus on women’s, children’s, and refugee rights.
+ Professor Amartya Sen of India won for Economic Sciences and is known “for his contributions to welfare economics.”
+ Martti Ahtisaari of Finland is a Peace Prize laureate, a former president of Finland, and UN diplomat recognized for his international peace work involving Kosovo and Serbia. Ahtisaari is praised “for his important efforts, on several continents and over more than three decades, to resolve international conflicts.”
So now it is your turn President Barack Obama! Come stay at The New York Helmsley where your fellow laureates have rested.
10.16.09 Leona Helmsley, Renovation, history
ATTN: NEW YORK BRIDES, MEET YOUR OWN PERSONAL ASSISTANT
If there’s ever a time for a personal assistant, it’s when planning a wedding. Brides fighting their inner Bridzilla will love and eagerly indulge in the “Suite Deal” at The New York Helmsley Hotel. We’ve extended this special, which includes preferred group rates and even a two-for-one deal, through the end of 2010 and added this sweet suite detail. On the Big Day, brides score their very own personal attendent to cater to their every (or nearly) whim. A dedicated hotel staff member will be on call for requests from the moment the bride awakes until the moment she leaves to take her walk down the aisle! The iconic New York hotel is the destination du jour for brides and grooms booking their wedding blocks so get booking! Reservations may be made at www.newyorkhelmsley.com or by calling 212-405-4300. Mention you are interested in the “Suite Deal Bridal Package,” details found here.
09.18.09 Leona Helmsley, Renovation, history
We’ll take the compliments! High energy while tranquil works for us!
It’s always interesting to see how others view us. We found this review on Oyster.com really interesting.
“Michael” compared the fabulous 212 42nd Street to the city of New York: “Towering, densely populated, multinational, high-energy — yet still somehow organized, functional, even tranquil.”
The New York Helmsley Hotel is quite the grand old icon and we agree it is “the type of place Ernest Hemingway might have stayed in the ’50s.”
(Only, we’re not that old!!!)
09.14.09 Leona Helmsley, Renovation, history
What hotel doesn’t like good reviews?
The New York Helmsley Hotel is always curious to know what you thought of the night before. We’ve done a bit of web spying, frolicking in the social media waters on both Facebook and Twitter and love all the positive feedback about our regal digs. Check out what some readers have shared with us about their experience staying with us and *gush* what they love most about us!
One recent guest loves our 36th floor!
“The room was excellent on the 36th floor with a fantastic view of the NY skyline and the Chrysler building. [Its was] a room big enough to cope with 4 adults, very clean and well decorated, friendly staff, efficient lifts, and a good position in the city for near sights.” (We love the Art Deco landmark by day and night too!)
Our guests know how to score good deals!
“Got really good deal on lastminute.com …[and] booked again. We got a massive corner room which was clean and gave us great views of Chrysler Building. It is so central, walking distance to Grand Central Station, 5th Ave, Time Square and UN Building. Would stay there again.” (Thanks! Come back soon.)
We appeal to those with taste but with some recessionary limitations.
“I found the hotel a very good balance in terms of value for money in New York, probably the best ever for me…The free Wi-Fi is a nice touch.”
Even during our renovations, guests can’t get enough of us!
“I chose this hotel based on reviews here and I knew it was being renovated. I’m certain the renovations are the reason for the good price I was able to get. The staff is indeed very friendly as described in many reviews…The staff really does a great job of trying to make up for the renovations. Plus, the free internet was a nice touch.” (We do rock the free wi-fi well, especially when most hotels charge you an arm and a leg!)
We’re great for family bonding!
“My daughter and I stayed at the Helmsley mid-July 2009. The staff was efficient and helpful. Our room was very clean and had a great view from the 37th floor. Little street noise could be heard up that high. Pax restaurant next door had good food and prices. Pershing Square (across from Grand Central) is expensive but good. We also enjoyed eating at Jr’s Brooklyn Deli near Times Square – a local favorite. We love NYC and will definitely stay at the Helmsley again.”
Please share with us your New York Helmsley thoughts and experiences and we’ll tweet them into the twittersphere!
09.04.09 Leona Helmsley, Renovation, history
The New York Helmsley Hotel Promises a “Suite Deal” For New York Brides
Everyone wants the fairy tale wedding. But it’s easy to forget about “the little people” like bridesmaids, groomsmen and out of town guests. They deserve a little luxury and pampering too! Just in time for upcoming winter and spring weddings, The New York Helmsley Hotel is offering a “Suite Deal” for New York brides and grooms to book their wedding blocks in a hotel with such a key location.
Check out how sweet the suite deal is!
• From now through the end of 2010, the New York Helmsley is extending a preferred group rate, starting at $200/night (subject to availability) with blocking of a minimum of 10 rooms
• With the Helmsley wedding block no money or deposit is taken upfront, and there are no penalties
• Those who book the honeymoon suite receive a “wedding eve” on the house!
• On the big day guest receive complimentary coffee (decaf if your worried about jitters) and a bottle of champagne (also if your worried about jitters), along with strawberries and croissants.