An elegant Midtown hotel, the somewhat sleepy Lombardy was built in the 1920s by William Randolph Hearst and features oversized rooms decorated in a classic, old-world style. The marble baths have oversized showers and an array of upscale toiletries. Above-and-beyond personal services include a seamstress and white-glove attendant service in the elevators.

The Lombardy Hotel Amenities:

• 175 rooms, 21 story. Check-in 3 pm, check-out 1 pm. High-speed Internet access. Fitness room. Airport transportation available. Business center. Credit cards accepted.