Rising 23 stories above some of the best shopping in New York, the Peninsula's Midtown location in the middle of Fifth Avenue is a label-loving shopaholic's dream. The Beaux Arts building was completed in 1905 and has luxurious, bright guestrooms with large windows and simple, contemporary furnishings that give nods to the chain's Asian roots with details like lacquered dressers and armoires. Techie-types get their due, too: Bedside controls mean you don't have to move to manage your music, temperature and lighting settings, and TVs and hands-free phones are within reach of the bathtubs. The hotel's library-like Gotham Lounge serves Peninsula Afternoon Tea, which includes a selection of finger sandwiches such as smoked salmon and egg salad. The Salon de Ning recently opened on the rooftop and offers great views of Fifth Avenue and neighboring skyscrapers for guests who want to sip cocktails and nosh on Asian-influenced appetizers on the outdoor terraces.

The Peninsula New York Amenities:

• 239 rooms. Wireless Internet access. Restaurant, bar. Airport transportation available. Fitness center. Pool. Spa. Business center.