The Kitano Hotel New York Lif, New York CityThe Kitano Hotel New York Lif in New York City, United States has a corrected score of 3.5 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 137 of 498 hotels we score in New York City. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.7 before correction: Booking.com 3.5, Tripadvisor 4.1, Google 3.5. Rooms from about $435 a night (cached, not a live quote).Located at 66 Park Avenue in Midtown Manhattan, The Kitano Hotel New York Lif is a Japanese-owned boutique establishment set in an 1860 building. Following a 2023 renovation, the hotel offers contemporary rooms and suites with a blend of Eastern and Western influences. Guests can access a rooftop terrace, a swimming pool, a sauna, and a restaurant serving Japanese cuisine. The property is within walking distance of Grand Central Terminal and the Empire State Building. It suits travellers seeking a quiet atmosphere with professional service and live jazz. While the design is modern, some guests have reported issues with mattress comfort and bathroom fixtures.What stands out

Spacious guest rooms and suites

Japanese cuisine and rooftop terrace

Walkable Midtown Manhattan location

On-site gym and swimming pool

Watch out for

Occasional mattress comfort issues

Some bathroom fixture problems

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