"An East Village stay that trades on superb service and a salon-like lobby atmosphere, where metal room keys with oversize red tassels set the tone; 135 rooms combine lived-in comforts (mohair chairs, Turkish Oushak rugs, hardwood floors) with luxurious touches like marble bathrooms and deep soaking tubs, while on-site dining at Gemma offers Italian fare and the Lobby Bar provides a timeless spot for classic and cleverly riffed cocktails." - Jennifer Flowers