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New York City boasts some of the most luxurious hotels in the world, so if you’re planning a holiday to the Big Apple take advantage of the chance to be pampered in a highly civilized atmosphere by exquisite service. Whether you prefer a high-rise penthouse with a view of the sparkling city below or want to relax in a beachfront hotel where the wait staff delivers treats to your seaside cabana, the range of luxury hotels runs the gamut.

Most of the grand hotels that you’ve seen in movies or read about in novels are located on the island of Manhattan where space is at a premium but they make up for the cramped conditions with opulent touches and unexpected amenities. The classiest hotels tend to be grouped around Central Park or in Lower Manhattan near the Financial District and Battery Park City. Trendy hotels with an artistic flair are usually found in the area stretching through the midtown district from Soho and Greenwich Village through the Bowery District to the Lower East Side. Also in Lower Manhattan you’ll find great ethnic hotels in the Chinatown District, Little Italy and Little Germany.

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Over on Long Island, luxury hotels range from quirky art deco layouts to stately castles surrounded by sumptuous gardens. In Brooklyn, hotels sport sky terraces with jaw-dropping views of the New York Harbour and bridges spanning the Hudson. You can even find eco-friendly hotels with Feng Shui layouts and all natural spa treatments. Nearby you’ll find those world famous kosher delis, elegant New York tea rooms and bawdy beer gardens. Enjoy classical performances at the Music Hall of Williamsburg or see contemporary artists at Warsaw, Brooklyn’s edgy restaurant and nightclub.

For a slower pace, Long Beach offers a select number of luxury hotels in resort settings that range from ultra-modern high-rises near the beaches to cosy marina boutique hotels with artistic themes. Along the shoreline, the Lido Golf Club on the coastline offers the fine dining experience while at the other end on Ocean View Avenue are informal neighbourhood cafes and barbecue joints that attract customers from all over New York with their time-honoured recipes.

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Another alternative to the “big city” hotels lays just a few station stops away on the Long Island Railroad from Grand Central Station in the beautiful Great Neck area where you’ll find luxury accommodations in a relaxing atmosphere. The quaint environment in Great Neck is quite charming and close by is the premier luxury Americana Manhasset open-air shopping destination, locally known as the “Miracle Mile.” The nearby five star restaurants are famous for their USDA prime steaks and bakeries as well as world-class cuisine ranging from authentic Italian food to Japanese sushi.

The bottom line is you can tailor a luxury vacation to New York City to fit whatever mood you want to create. From a swinging tour of the theatre district to a quiet retreat with plenty of downtime, the hotel you choose can set the tone and pace of your holiday.

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