My husband and I always wanted an apartment in New York and have decided that THIS IS IT! The suites are huge, love the kitchenette, the bed is so very comfy, the shower is PERFECT. Great attentive service from housekeeping, bell staff and front desk. Yes the coffee maker is a joke. (I wish the bedspread were not kept on... more

We really liked the location of this hotel - close to Central Park and just far enough from Times Square to avoid some of that madness. The room was a nice size, clean, and had all of the amenities. There was plenty of storage space and a nice kitchenette. More counter space in the bathroom would be nice. We appreciated... more

Was warmly greeted. Arrived well before the scheduled checkin time, but had to wait to get into room. Not a problem, as I was very early. The staff was helpful and welcoming. Helpful and attentive the entire time. The lobby was large and well appointed. THe elevator wer always in the lobby and ready. No long waits for down trips.... more

I do wish everyone would stop writing these glowing reviews of this perfect little gem of a hotel. How will those of us who consider it our secret possibly keep it from becoming common knowledge? Great location; helpful, pleasant staff; comfortable, attractive rooms and suites with wonderful beds and luxurious pillows. How can we discourage people from descending on the... more

3 of my friends and I stayed at the Blakely Mar 27 - April 2, 2008. We had 3 rooms and they were good sized as well as comfortable with a microwave and frig. One of us had stayed at the Trump hotels on previous trips and she remarked that the room she had here was bigger. I also have... more

My 3 teenage granddaughters, my daughter and DIL (and me of course) stayed 3/26-3/30. We had one suite with adjoining standard room. This is a charming hotel, great beds, wonderful staff, breakfast was delicious and waiters sooo nice, location perfect!! Staff could not be more helpful. Asked for extra pillows and towels and had them in 15 minutes. I want... more

What a nice little gem on 55th street in the heart of New York. The staff bends over backwards to see that every wish is taken care of. The rooms are on the small side unless you stay in the jr./mini suite which has a living room. Bathroom is quite small but serviceable however. They have a wonderful restaurant call... more

Have stayed in a lot of NYC hotels but this is our favorite now. You can't beat the location if you want to be near Times Square but not in the noise and confusion. Subway is 1/2 block to the left (N,R,W) and is an easy line to navigate. Park is about 2 blocks north. Rockefeller Plaza and 5th Ave.... more

We just returned from a week in NY, my agent got a good price at the Blakely and it was indeed an excellent choice. For the price we got it, it beats most midtown hotels where I usually stay (like the Mansfield, which I like by the way). Location: very nice. I myself like streets around the 44th better for... more