The Union Square outpost of this contemporary
hotel chain caters to both business and
leisure travelers (and their pets, too). Located
within the 1911 Guardian Life Building, a
landmark Beaux Arts-style structure, the W
is one of the few hotels on happening
Union
Square, which offers shops, restaurants,
bars, theaters and the famous vegetableand-
flower-packed Greenmarket. The hotel
houses such buzzy spots as Olives, chef
Todd English’s Mediterranean restaurant,
and Underbar, owned by Rande Gerber.
Guest rooms, done in shades of purple,
feature the W’s signature feather beds with
pillowtop mattresses, large work desks and
Aveda bath products.
W New York - Union Square Amenities:
• 270 rooms, 25 story. Pets accepted; fee. Check-in 3 pm, check-out Noon. High-speed Internet access, wireless Internet access. Restaurant, 2 bars. Fitness room. Airport transportation available. Business center. Credit cards accepted.