Roger Williams Hotel

131 Madison Avenue

New York, New York 10016

With its eclectic mix of people and strong affection for anything having to do with the arts, how could anyone not fall head over heals in love with New York City? The bright lights of Broadway, ice skating at Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall, the annual New Year's Eve celebrations in Times Square and Lady Liberty have, over the years, come to stand as beloved and respected symbols of the Big Apple. New York City is also home to another work of art. In the Roger Williams Hotel, Rafael Vinoly has created a work of architectural genius both inside and out. From the exquisite lobby, with its 20-foor high atrium ceiling and dazzling floor to ceiling windows, to the sleek and sophisticated guest rooms, the Roger Williams Hotel definitely exudes a Zen-like quality that is sure to delight even the most world savvy of jet setters. Since the hotel opened, it has been inundated with rave reviews. Of the Roger Williams, the New York Magazine said, "there is a building so self-assured that it appears to have been transplanted from the Armani end of the avenue." In addition to its exclusive Madison Avenue address, the Roger Williams hotel is located near many of the attractions that have made New York one of the most exciting cities on the planet. Nearby attractions include the Empire State Building, Madison Square Garden and Herald Square.

Sleek and Sophisticated Guest Rooms

Each of the 180 guest rooms at the Roger Williams Hotel is a work of art in itself. Smart and unique touches include beautifully brushed stainless steel lamps for optimum lighting, Shoji-style window screens and custom designed maple furniture. The beds, which are nestled in an alcove-like space of the room, are dressed in luxurious Belgian linens and goose down comforters. Slipping into sweet dreams has never been easier. The ornate bathrooms boast semi-opaque glass walls. Lavish Aveda bath products and plush bathrobes await guests, making bath time an eagerly anticipated experience. The in-room entertainment center features a remote controlled color cable television, VCR and CD player. Did you forget to bring along your favorite music? No need to worry, the Roger Williams Hotel has an extensive video and CD lending library that is at guests' disposal free of charge. Other in-room amenities include individual climate control, alarm clock, dual-line telephones with voice mail and data port/modem connections, iron, hairdryer and in-room safe. Handicap accessible and nonsmoking rooms are available upon request. When accompanied by an adult, children 18 years and younger stay at the Roger Williams Hotel free of charge.

Specialized Services

Guests of the Roger Williams Hotel are meant to feel welcome from the moment that they step into the lobby. Upon checking-in the hotel, guests are handed the Roger Williams' signature drink. The highly professional, courteous staff is multi-lingual ensuring that communication never need be a problem between guests and staff. They are on hand to make sure that each and every guest's stay in the city is a relaxing and memorable one. The hotel's concierge is the person to see if assistance is needed with dining reservations, events tickets, transportation options or sightseeing recommendations. The concierge can also point first time visitors in the direction of the city's many hot spots and hidden gems. Guests can get their day off on the right foot by taking advantage of the Roger Williams Hotel's complimentary breakfast. Need a pick me up during the day? Complimentary cappuccino and espresso are offered around the clock. Workout buffs will be pleased to discover that there is no need to stray from their exercise routine just because they are traveling away from home. Guests of the hotel enjoy complete access to the Roger Williams Fitness Studio. After a hard workout, guests can cool off with a refreshing dip in the hotel's pool. The Roger Williams Hotel offers many guest services that are hard to come by at larger, less intimate hotels. Each evening, the hotel offers a complimentary after-theater dessert buffet in the Mezzanine Lounge. The staff at the hotel also understands that not everyone is in the city for pleasure purposes only. The hotel's business center is open 24 hours a day and offers an array of services including fax reception and transmission, photocopying, office supplies, dual-line speaker telephones, high-speed Internet access, secretarial support, computer access and printing. Other guest services at the Roger Williams Hotel include safety deposit boxes located at the front desk, valet parking, housekeeping, in-room dining, hotel shuttle, wake-up calls, complimentary shoeshine, complimentary newspaper, complimentary bottled water and laundry.

Location

The Roger Williams Hotel is located in the heart of New York City at 131 Madison Avenue at 31st Street.