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:

• 167 rooms. High-speed Internet access. Restaurant, bar. Airport transportation available.