Hotel Description

The Bedford hotel combines the excitement and convenience of midtown Manhattan with the charm and warmth of an intimate European hotel Centrally located on 40th street between Park and Lexington avenues the Bedford is in the heart of midtown Manhattan in the quiet Murray hill area The Bedford is a perfect location for both business and leisure travelers Surrounding Area Fifth and Madison Avenues shopping 2 blocks Chrysler Building 2 blocks Grand Central Station 2 blocks Bryant Park 3 blocks New York Public Library 4 blocks United Nations 5 blocks Broadway theaters 6 blocks Port Authority Bus Terminal 7 blocks Empire State Building 8 blocks Times Square 8 blocks Macy s Herald Square 0 5 mile Central Park 1 mile Madison Square Garden 1 mileRoom TypesThe Bedford s 136 spacious Studios and one bedroom suites are ideal for every visit Bedford has 17 Floors 58 Suites and 78 Rooms All rooms have dark wood furnishings and large windows that open some with views of the Chrysler or Empire State buildings Studios and one bedroom suites feature kitchenettes with refrigerators range top burners sinks coffeemakers cookware and cutlery Standard rooms have pantries with refrigerators microwaves and coffeemakers Blue tiled bathrooms have pedestal sinks and shower tub combinations All guestrooms offer complimentary high speed Internet access Property InformationThis 17 story boutique hotel with its elaborately carved stone and brick facade was once home to writer F Scott Fitzgerald and Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt Its prime location in the Murray Hill neighborhood of midtown Manhattan is less than eight blocks from popular New York attractions such as the Empire State Building Broadway theaters and Times Square An elaborately carved stone facade greets guests of this 17 story brick hotel Inside the Bedford white marble steps descend from the street to a small wood paneled lobby accented by gold silk covered walls and a large iron and glass chandelier An adjacent lounge area with richly upholstered sofas and armchairs offers a quiet refuge from midtown Manhattan s busy streets A casual on site Italian restaurant serves lunch and dinner Guests also enjoy complimentary access to a fitness center at the hotel s companion property 10 blocks away PoliciesDisclaimers Check in time is 3 PM Check out time is 11 AM Dining FacilitiesRistorante Domenico Casual restaurant with soft lighting Mediterranean style decor and white table linens Features classically prepared Northern Italian cuisine Homemade specialties include a noteworthy tiramisu dessert Full bar and wine list Pre theater menu available late afternoon to early evening Open for lunch and dinner