Location. The Alex is located in New York City, N.Y., in east Midtown Manhattan. Park Avenue and the United Nations headquarters building are two blocks from the hotel. Grand Central Station is within four blocks. Times Square and the Broadway Theater District are six blocks away.
Hotel Features. The lobby decor features blooming orchids and a fireplace. Riingo restaurant and bar, serving a blend of American and Japanese cuisine for breakfasts, lunches and dinners, calls the hotel its home. Riingo offers a private wine room and a sidewalk café. Limousine and town car services are available. Wireless Internet access is available in public areas. The on-site fitness center features cardiovascular and weight training equipment, balance balls, stretch mats, floor-to-ceiling mirrors and flat-screen televisions.
Guestrooms. Designed by David Rockwell, guestrooms at The Alex feature flat-screen televisions in every living area, bedroom and bathroom. In-room safes are provided. High-speed Internet access is available. Kitchens boast SubZero refrigerators, ovens, dishwashers, cookware and house wares. Limestone bathrooms feature bathrobes, telephones, makeup mirrors and Frederic Fekkai toiletries.
Expert Tip. The Alex is three blocks from the Art Deco-style Chrysler Building. The 1,046-foot structure was built in 1928; one year later, the spire was added.
Property Amenities
Currency Exchange
Bar/Lounge
Fireplace in lobby
Concierge desk
Dry cleaning service
Room service (24 hours)
Fitness equipment
Express check-out
Security guard
Comp newspapers in lobby
Parking (valet)
Restaurant(s)
Business center
Internet public area - wireless - Fees May Apply
Meeting room (small groups)
Area Attractions
United Nations Headquarters: 2 blocks Park Avenue: 2 blocks Chrysler Building: 3 blocks Grand Central Terminal: 4 blocks Fifth Avenue: 4 blocks Times Square: 6 blocks Broadway Theater District: 6 blocks New York Public Library: 7 blocks Bryant Park: 7 blocks Rockefeller Center: 8 blocks Saks Fifth Avenue: 8 blocks
Driving Directions
From LaGuardia International Airport: Approximate distance to the hotel is 12 miles.
Head toward the Airport Exit on Marine Terminal Road. Turn left on Ditmars Boulevard. Turn right on Astoria Boulevard. Take left ramp to Brooklyn Queens Expt. East toward Staten Island. Take Exit 43/30th Avenue toward Northern Boulevard. Turn right on 30th Avenue. Turn left on I-278 West toward Northern Boulevard. Turn right on Northern Boulevard. Turn right on Queens Plaza North. Continue on Queensboro Bridge. Take ramp to Queensboro Bridge-Lower Level. Take ramp toward Second Avenue South. Turn left on Second Avenue. Turn right on East 45th Street. The hotel is located on the right.
Property Information
Check In Time - 4 P.m.
Check Out Time - 11 A.m.
Credit Card Required
Floors - 33
Guestrooms - 203
Hotel Built - 2004
Limo/Town Car Service Available
Minimum Check-in Age - 21
Multilingual Staff
Photo Identification Required
Porter/Bellhop
24-Hour Front Desk
Policies & Disclaimers
Your charge card will be charged for the full payment upon submitting your reservation request. See {0}User Agreement.
Requests for bed type and smoking preferences will be submitted to the hotel but are not guaranteed.
Room pictures may differ from the actual room you receive.
You must present a photo ID upon check-in.
By proceeding with this reservation, you agree to all terms and conditions, which include the Cancellation Policy and all terms and conditions contained in the {0}User Agreement.
You agree to pay the cost of your reservation. If you do not pay this debt and it is collected through the use of a collection agency, an attorney, or through other legal proceedings, you agree to pay all reasonable costs or fees, including attorney fees and court costs, incurred in connection with such collection effort.
