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Hotel Wales, New York
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Hotel Overview
1295 Madison Avenue,
New York,
New York,
United States,
10128,
New York State
-
Steps from Central Park
Great
8.0
/10
Loved by Hotel Wales guests
Clean room
Comfortable bed
Friendly staff
Excellent shower
Good location
Well-kept building
"Relaxing to have access to the rooftop."
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"Hotel interior is very impressive."
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"The bathroom was exceptionally clean and surprisingly spacious with A really great shower, the tile-work was clean and carefully grouted."
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Hotel Wales, a 3-star New York hotel with an 8.0/10 Booking.com rating, features elegant interiors and is set in the Upper East Side. The hotel includes two popular on-site restaurants and a rooftop garden with panoramic views. Additional amenities include complimentary WiFi and a fitness center.
Rooms & Amenities
Rooms at Hotel Wales feature beds covered in Belgian linens and down duvets. Suites include a separate seating area with a work desk and an over-stuffed pullout sofa bed. Each room is equipped with a flat-screen cable TV, free WiFi, and designer toiletries in private bathrooms.
Dining Options
Dining options at the hotel include Paola's Restaurant, serving Italian specialties, and Le Paris Bistrot, which offers French cuisine. Both airy and elegant restaurants benefit from large windows that overlook the street. Guests can enjoy coffee and tea at the lounge's complimentary dispensers.
Leisure & Nearby Attractions
The hotel provides a small fitness room equipped with cardio machines. A beautiful rooftop garden offers stunning views of the city. Nearby attractions include the Cooper Hewitt Smithsonian Design Museum and the American Museum of Natural History.
Location & Services
Hotel Wales is conveniently located near subway stations at 96th and 86th Streets, providing easy access to major attractions like Times Square, the Empire State Building, and Rockefeller Center. The property also offers a business center and concierge services for guests.
Must-do experiences
Taste the famous bagels at Ess-a-Bagel, a local favorite.
Visit the nearby Museum at the Fashion Institute for unique exhibits.
Stroll through Central Park's Conservatory Garden for serene beauty.
Check out the hidden gem, the Tenement Museum on the Lower East Side.
Enjoy dinner at Jacob's Pickles for tasty comfort food in the area.
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Facilities
Comfortable Rooms and Convenient Services to Enhance Your Layover
General
Non-smoking property
Free internet access
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Wheelchair access
Sports & Fitness
Fitness centre
Services
Valet parking
Room service
Car hire
Laundry
Dining
Restaurant
Room features
In-room safe
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Media
Flat-screen TV
CD player
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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Location & Directions
1295 Madison Avenue,
New York,
New York,
United States,
10128,
New York State
Map view
1295 Madison Avenue,
New York,
New York,
United States,
10128,
New York State
City landmarks
Park
Central Park
3900 ft
Museum
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
3700 ft
Landmark
Rockefeller Center
2.2
mi
Museum
American Museum of Natural History
1.2
mi
Square
Times Square
2.4
mi
Museum
Neue Galerie New York
2200 ft
Church
St. Patrick's Cathedral
2.1
mi
Landmark
New York bagels
1.4
mi
Landmark
Empire State Building
3.0
mi
Gallery
Frick Collection
1.2
mi
Museum
El Museo del Barrio
3800 ft
Church
Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine
1.4
mi
Church
Church of St. Ignatius Loyola Complex
2400 ft
Landmark
Top of the Rock
2.2
mi
Landmark
Cleopatra's Needle
3300 ft
Landmark
Institute for the Study of the Ancient World
2200 ft
Church
Church of the Heavenly Rest
2500 ft
Landmark
King Jagiello Monument
3800 ft
Castle
Belvedere Castle
4200 ft
Zoo
Central Park Zoo
1.4
mi
Church
Holy Trinity Episcopal Church
3000 ft
Church
Saint Nicholas Russian Orthodox Cathedral
3000 ft
Museum
National Academy of Design Museum
2500 ft
Garden
Conservatory Garden
3400 ft
Landmark
Strawberry Fields
1.5
mi
Nearby
Museum
Guggenheim Museum New York
1600 ft
Museum
The Jewish Museum
600 ft
2 E 91st St
Cooper Hewitt
800 ft
Park
Carl Schurz Park
1100 ft
Manhattan 1049 Park Ave
Park Avenue
2000 ft
Restaurants
Corner Cafe and Bakery
700 ft
1246 Madison Ave
Juliano Gourmet Coffee
1300 ft
1378 Lexington Ave
Lolita's Kitchen
1400 ft
1364 Lexington Ave
Famous Famiglia
1400 ft
1398 Madison Ave
Little Luzzo's
1900 ft
119 E 96th St Apt 2
Earl's Beer and Cheese
2000 ft
1259 Park Avenue
Starbucks
1600 ft
1378 Madison Ave Between 96th Street & 95th Street
Gyro 96
1900 ft
141 E 96th St
Naruto Ramen
2200 ft
1596 3rd Ave Btwn 89th & 90th St
Shake Shack
2900 ft
154 E 86th St
The Bagel Shop
1700 ft
1659 3rd Ave
Explore New York
Local Highlights Around Hotel Wales
Top Attractions
Activities
Dining
Entertainment
The Jewish Museum
3 minutes' walk
The Jewish Museum showcases over 30 centuries of Jewish art and culture, with rotating exhibitions and family programs.
Guggenheim Museum New York
6 minutes' walk
The Guggenheim features modern and contemporary art in a stunning Frank Lloyd Wright-designed building; members enjoy free admission.
Central Park
15 minutes' walk
Central Park provides scenic walking paths, iconic landmarks, and outdoor activities, ideal for families and nature lovers.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
14 minutes' walk
The Met houses over two million works of art and offers free guided tours, making it a must-see for art enthusiasts.
Cycling in Central Park
15 minutes' walk
Biking through Central Park offers beautiful scenery with rentals available. A perfect way to stay active while enjoying nature.
Yoga in the Park
15 minutes' walk
Yoga sessions in Central Park provide relaxation and fitness. Check local listings for schedules and beginner classes.
Corner Cafe and Bakery
3 minutes' walk
This cozy cafe offers fresh pastries, coffee, and hearty brunch options. Ideal for casual breakfasts or quick bites.
Lolita's Kitchen
6 minutes' walk
A casual eatery with a vibrant atmosphere, featuring locally inspired Mexican dishes that are great for all diners.
The Met Cloisters
30 minutes' drive
The Met Cloisters offers a serene environment featuring medieval art and stunning gardens, ideal for family-friendly outings.
The Comedy Cellar
15 minutes' drive
Famous for live stand-up routines, The Comedy Cellar hosts emerging comedians. Reservations recommended for weekend shows.
How to Navigate the City
City Centre
New York14 min
·
5.7
mi
Airports
LaGuardia (LGA)19 min
·
7.6
mi
Teterboro (TEB)34 min
·
13.9
mi
Train
Grand Central Station7 min
·
2.5
mi
Bus
Bus stop2 min
·
400 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
from 11:00-12:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site at USD 59 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Wales serves a continental breakfast for free.
Children & extra beds
All children:
0 - 19 years
Extra bed:
us$ 49
There are no cots provided in a room.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, Spanish, Czech, Polish, Slovak
Number of floors:
10
Number of rooms:
89
Real Guest Reviews & Ratings
What Previous Guests Had to Say
Review score
Based on 1049 verified reviews
7.6/10
Very good
77%
Recommend
Pros
Period features
Good sized rooms
Central Park access
Coffee, tea
Lounge area
Cons
Long elevator wait
Uncomfortable bed
Guest reviews
based on 1222 reviews
8.0/10
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