The Alex

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The Alex New York, NY

Location. The Alex is located in New York City, N.Y., in east Midtown Manhattan. Park Avenue and the United Nations headquarters building are two blocks from the hotel. Grand Central Station is within four blocks. Times Square and the Broadway Theater District are six blocks away.

Hotel Features. This contemporary hotel's lobby displays orchids and includes a fireplace. The Alex features Riingo restaurant and bar, serving a blend of American and Japanese cuisine for breakfasts, lunches and dinners. Riingo offers a private wine room and a sidewalk café. Limousine and Town Car service is available. Wireless Internet access is available throughout the public areas. The on-site fitness center features cardiovascular and weight training equipment, balance balls, stretch mats, floor-to-ceiling mirrors and flat-screen televisions.

Guestrooms. Designed by David Rockwell, guestrooms at The Alex feature flat-screen televisions in every living area, bedroom and bathroom. In-room safes are provided. High-speed Internet access is available. Kitchens boast SubZero refrigerators, ovens, dishwashers, cookware and house wares. Limestone bathrooms feature bathrobes, telephones, makeup mirrors and Frederic Fekkai toiletries.

Expert Tip. The Alex is three blocks from the Art Deco-style Chrysler Building. The 1,046-foot structure was built in 1928; one year later, the spire was added.

From LaGuardia International Airport:
Approximate distance to the hotel is 12 miles.

Head toward the Airport Exit on Marine Terminal Road.
Turn left on Ditmars Boulevard.
Turn right on Astoria Boulevard.
Take left ramp to Brooklyn Queens Expt. East toward Staten Island.
Take Exit 43/30th Avenue toward Northern Boulevard.
Turn right on 30th Avenue.
Turn left on I-278 West toward Northern Boulevard.
Turn right on Northern Boulevard.
Turn right on Queens Plaza North.
Continue on Queensboro Bridge.
Take ramp to Queensboro Bridge-Lower Level.
Take ramp toward Second Avenue South.
Turn left on Second Avenue.
Turn right on East 45th Street.
The hotel is located on the right.