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From the moment guests step into the Roosevelt’s breathtaking lobby, they will likely feel as if they’ve been whisked away to a grand ball from a bygone era. Named for President Theodore Roosevelt, the hotel was erected in 1924 and recently completed a two-year, $65 million renovation, focused on revamping the 1,015 guest rooms. Those staying at the hotel are now treated to sofa chairs, ergonomic desk chairs, and Internet-capable wiring. Still, the highlight of the Roosevelt remains the architecture itself: The Italian Renaissance-style building occupies a full city block just north of Grand Central Terminal and contains an oval-shaped Palm Room complete with a sky-mural ceiling. Lavish hotel ballrooms and meeting spaces are equipped to host events for anywhere from 20 to 800 people. — E. J. Samson

Proximity to numerous attractions and subway lines.

Cons
The Roosevelt is a tourist attraction in and of itself, so the main floor has a constant influx of people.

Claim to Fame
Guy Lombardo did his New Year’s Eve broadcast here.

Weddings
This landmarked midtown hotel offers a wide array of event spaces ranging from the gold-gilded, chandeliered Grand Ballroom, which can accommodate up to 800 guests, to the smaller Palm Room. Catering is done in-house. The well-appointed rooms evoke old-world elegance while maintaining a clean, unfussy feel.