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New York, New York Hotels and City Guide
New York Hotels and New York Guide with New York maps, top attractions, room reservations and hotel deals at a wide range of the best New York hotelsNew York - Travel Tips
Local Customs & Language
Customs: Laws vary from state to state, including speed limits, the age of consent and the age at which you may legally buy and consume alcohol, but this is usually 21 years.
Tipping
A 15% tip is expected by taxi drivers, bartenders, hairdressers and waiters, but don't tip in fast-food or self-service restaurants. In expensive restaurants or for large parties tip 20% of the bill. It is normal to tip staff in hotels. Most services are customarily tipped if the service is good.
Health and Security
Health
There are no specific health risks associated with travel within the USA. Medical facilities are excellent, but expensive. Only emergencies are treated without prior payment and treatment can be refused without evidence of insurance or proof of funds. Good medical insurance is essential.
Security
Travel within the United States is generally trouble-free, however Travelers should be aware that the US shares with the rest of the world an increased threat from terrorist incidents. Security has been heightened particularly at airports. Restrictions on hand luggage apply and Travelers are advised to check on the latest situation with airlines in advance. Travelers should also be alert to the dangers of car and street crime in cities and should use common sense and take basic precautions. Hurricanes are common between June and November, putting the southern USA, including the Gulf Coast and the eastern US, at risk. There is a risk of wildfires in many dry areas in the US, particularly on the West Coast from March to November.
Tax Refunds
Visitors to New York cannot claim a tax refund for goods purchased.
When to Go
Seasons
New York is an excellent place to visit at any time of year, although it is particularly pleasant during the spring and autumn, when temperatures hover around 21ºC (70ºF). New York winters tend to be unpredictable, although cold temperatures bring less snow here than to other nearby cities, while summers are hot and muggy, often lasting until September.
Despite the fantastic atmosphere around Christmas/Hanukkah and the New Year, the weather can be gaspingly chilly. In summer the prices rise and the tourist numbers soar. It can also be oppressively hot. Aim for spring (March-June) and fall (September-November).
Local Holidays
January
1 Jan - New Year's Day
Third Monday in Jan - Martin Luther King Jr Day
February
Third Monday in Feb - Presidents' Day
March/April
Easter
May
Last Monday in May - Memorial Day
July
4 Jul - Independence Day
September
First Mon in Sep - Labor Day
October
Second Mon in Oct - Columbus Day
November
11 Nov - Veterans' Day
Fourth Thursday in Nov - Thanksgiving Day
December
25 Dec - Christmas Day
Hotels in New York, New York
 |  | InterContinental The Barclay New York111 East 48th Street – New York – NY 10017 – USA   Intercontinental The Barclay New York offers the pinnacle of luxury and elegance to guests in the heart of Manhattan. Formerly called the Hotel Intercontinental New York, The Barclay New York was awarded "North America's Leading Business Hotel" by the World Travel... More » |    |  |
|  | Best Western Convention Center Hotel522 W 38th Street, New York City, New York, 10018-1104, United States Best Western Convention Center New York City Hotel is conveniently located just 8 miles from La Guardia International Airport and 20 miles from John F. Kennedy International Airport. Surrounded by many New York City attractions and offering good quality services,... More » |  | |
|  | Best Western Hospitality House145 E 49th Street, New York City, New York, 10017, United States Located in the heart of New York surrounded by shopping, entertainment and famous sights, Best Western Hospitality House New York Hotel provides guests... More » | | |
|  | Best Western President Hotel234 W 48th Street, New York, New York, 10036-1424, United States Located in the heart of bustling New York city, the Best Western President Hotel, New York, is the ideal hotel accommodation option for those visiting the 'Big Apple'. Offering a selection of deluxe accommodations in standard room, suite and penthouse... More » | | |
 | 57 East 57th Street – New York – NY 10022 – USA |
 | 80 Columbus Circle at 60th Street, New York, NY 10023 |
 | Two West Street - New York - NY 10004 - USA |
| 50 Central Park South – New York – NY 10019 – USA |
 | 45 West 44th Street - New York - NY 10036 - USA |
 | 700 Fifth Avenue - New York - NY 10019 - USA |
 | 100 East 50th Street - New York - NY 10022 – USA |
 | 70 Park Avenue at 38th Street – New York – NY 10016 – USA |
 | Clarion Hotel Park Avenue New York 429 Park Avenue South New York New York USA |
 | Crowne Plaza At The United Nations, NY 304 East 42nd Street,NEW YORK,NY,10017 UNITED STATES |
| Crowne Plaza Hotel Times Square Manhattan 1605 Broadway New York NY 10019 USA |
| Crowne Plaza New York / La Guardia Arpt, NY 104-04 Ditmars Blvd.,EAST ELMHURST,NY,11369 UNITED STATES |
 | 102 North End Avenue, New York, New York, USA |
 | 109 East 42nd Street at Grand Central Terminal - New York - NY 10017 |
| 1335 Avenue of the Americas New York New York USA |
| 234 West 42nd Street, New York, New York, USA |
| 234 West 42nd St. New York New York USA |
 | 118 West 57th Street - New York - NY 10019 - USA |
| 55 Church Street, New York, New York, USA |
 | 21 East 52nd Street at Madison Avenue, New York, New York 10022 |
 | 511 Lexington Ave (ex Lexington) Lexington, New York New York 10017 USA |
 | 56 Irving Place - New York - NY 10003 - USA |
 | 768 Fifth Avenue at Central Park South New York New York 10019 USA |
 | 540 Park Avenue |
| 301 Park Avenue - New York - NY 10022 - USA |
 | 65 West 54th Street NYC New York 10019 USA |
| Best Western Bowery Hanbee Hotel 231 Grand Street, New York, New York, 10013-4246, United States |
| Best Western Seaport Inn Downtown 33 Peck Slip, New York City, New York, 10038-1708, United States |
 | Courtyard New York La Guardia Airport 90-10 GRAND CENTRAL PARKWAY,New York,New York,USA |
| Courtyard by Marriott Midtown East 866 Third Avenue, New York, New York, USA |
| Courtyard by Marriott New York City Manhattan Fifth Avenue 3 East 40th Street, New York, New York, USA |
| Courtyard by Marriott New York City Manhattan Upper East Side 410 East 92nd Street, New York, New York, USA |
| Courtyard by Marriott Times Square South 114 West 40th Street, New York, New York, USA |
 | Doubletree Metropolitan Hotel New York City 569 Lexington Avenue, New York, New York, USA |
 | Four Points by Sheraton Manhattan Chelsea 160 West 25th Street, New York, NY 10001, USA |
 | Hampton Inn Manhattan-Herald Square, NY 116 West 31st Street, New York, New York, USA |
| Hampton Inn Manhattan-Seaport-Financial District 320 Pearl Street, New York, New York, USA |
| Hampton Inn Manhattan-Times Square North, NY 851 Eighth Avenue @ 51st Street, New York, New York, USA |
 | Holiday Inn Manhattan Downtown / Soho Hotel 138 Lafayette St.,NEW YORK,NY,10013 UNITED STATES |
| Holiday Inn New York City / Martinique On Br Hotel 49 West 32nd Street,NEW YORK,NY,10001 UNITED STATES |
| Holiday Inn New York City Midtown Hotel 440 West 57th Street,New York,NY 10019 ,United States |
| Holiday Inn New York JFK Airport Hotel 144-02 135th Ave.,Jamaica,NY 11436 ,United States |
| Holiday Inn Wall Street District Hotel 15 Gold Street,New York NY,10038,United States |
 | 226 West 52nd Street, 10019 New York, Usa |
 | Quality Hotel Times Square New York 157 W. 47th St. New York New York USA |
 | 59 West 44th Street New York New York 10036 USA |
 | Comfort Inn Central Park West New York 31 West 71st St. New York New York USA |
| Comfort Inn Manhattan New York 42 W. 35th St. New York New York USA |
| 129 West 46th St New York New York USA |
| 442 W. 36th Street,New York,New York,USA |
 | Howard Johnson Express Inn - New York City 135 E. Houston Street, Forsyth and Allen, New York, 10002 |
| Howard Johnson Inn - New York City At Penn Station 215 West 34th St., New York City, 10001 |
| Howard Johnson Plaza-Hotel - New York 851 8th Avenue, New York, 10019 |
 | La Quinta Inn Manhattan-Midtown, New York NY 17 West 32nd Street, New York, NY, USA |
 | New York City-Days Hotel Midtown 790 Eighth Avenue, New York City, 10019 |
 | Ramada Inn - New York, New York 161 Lexington Avenue, New York City, 10016 |
| Ramada Plaza & Inn - New Yorker Hotel 481 8th Ave., New York City, 10001 |
 | Super 8 - Nyc/Manhattan/Times Sq Area 59 West 46th Street, (Between 5th and 6th Avenue), New York, 10036 |
