The Evelyn (Formerly Gershwin Hotel)

7 East 27th Street, New York, United States

Average: $519 (2 weeks from now)

Review score

8.5

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Located just a five-minute walk from the Empire State Building, The Evelyn (formerly the Gershwin Hotel) is a four-star boutique hotel in a landmarked building with rooms featuring Art Noveau-style touches.

Although the real bargains have disappeared with the property's complete renovation, you can still find rates under $200 on select nights. For a splurge-worthy stay, the excellent location and refined rooms might be worth the cost to some typical cheapo travelers.

Rooms

The Evelyn offers 160 rooms ranging from the more affordable Superior Queens all the way up to the very pricey Executive King Suite. Upscale bedding, cherry wood work desks and unique touches like vintage gramophone players in some rooms add a bit of personality. More modern perks include iHome alarm clocks and flat-panel TVs.

The bright bathrooms feature lots of white tiles, brass fixtures and C.O. Bigelow products.

Hotel

The Evelyn Bakery on the premises offers a grab-and-go breakfast for guests, and you can enjoy small plates at The Tusk Bar, the hotel's cocktail and oyster bar.

Wireless Internet access is complimentary for all guests and a multi-lingual staff works the concierge desk.

Note: This hotel was visited by a EuroCheapo editor. This review is based on cleanliness, location, price and overall quality. EuroCheapo did not charge this hotel to be listed.

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Average Rate

(Average double rate 2 weeks from now)

  • $519

Essentials

  • Air conditioning
  • Bathroom: Private
  • Elevator
  • Non-Smoking Hotel
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Wi-Fi: Free

Location: Very central

1.1km to city center

Midtown East begins at Fifth Avenue and works east toward the water, encompassing the residential (and reviving) Murray Hill along the way. More business-oriented than Midtown West, Midtown East is all about business (think law firms, investment firms, publishing houses, and advertising agencies).

Still, there are plenty of noteworthy tourist sights in Midtown East, including Grand Central Terminal, the United Nations headquarters, the Chrysler Building, and St. Patrick's Cathedral. Midtown East is also somewhat of a shopping haven. The flagship Saks Fifth Avenue store is located here, as are Takashimaya, Chanel, Burberry, Calvin Klein, Niketown … Basically, if it isn't in Midtown East, then it's a few blocks north in the Upper East Side.

Affordable hotels in Midtown East are plentiful, as many small chains and independent hotels cater to business and leisure travelers. While it may not be the most pictureque neighborhood to call home, choosing a hotel here is undeniably convenient.

Other nearby neighborhoods:

Midtown West / Theater District / Times Square
Central Park South

Midtown E-Murray Hill hotels

Local Value

Average Rates are 40% more expensive than other 3-star hotels within 2 km

Review score

8.5

Amenities

Hotel

  • Airport Transportation
  • Babysitting
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast Extra Charge
  • Breakfast Included
  • Cafeteria
  • City tour
  • Concierge/Booking Services
  • Conference room
  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • Elevator
  • Gift shop
  • Laundry Service
  • Lockers
  • Luggage Storage
  • Non-Smoking Hotel
  • Office Center
  • Parking
  • Reception: 24-Hour
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safe at reception
  • Shuttle service
  • Swimming Pool
  • Tourist information
  • Valet service
  • Wi-Fi Connection
  • Wi-Fi: Free

Room

  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm Clock
  • Bathroom: Private
  • Bathtubs Available
  • Hair Dryer
  • Heat
  • Internet Access
  • Iron
  • Key Card Access
  • Linen Included
  • Radio
  • Safe
  • Telephone
  • Toiletries
  • Towels
  • TV

Contact

7 East 27th Street
Midtown E-Murray Hill, New York, United States

+1 212-545-8000
Fax: +1 212-684-5546

Website: http://www.theevelyn.com/

Email: [email protected]

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