The Kitano may be inviting, but the Big Apple awaits. The Empire State Building is less than a 10-minute stroll. Rockefeller Center, Times Square, and the Theater District are all about a 10-minute cab ride from this Midtown hotel. (Ask the Kitano's concierge for help booking tours and show tickets.) Grand Central Station, 4 blocks away, offers not only in-city and out-of-town rail connections, but fascinating architecture, walking tours, and a slew of shops and restaurants. So browse a bit, or grab a "perfect cup" at the acclaimed Joe the Art of Coffee, before heading farther afield. If you prefer to travel in high style, you can arrange Town Car service through the hotel, which also offers complimentary limousine shuttle service to Wall Street weekday mornings.

Heading back to the Kitano just might tempt you all day. You'll be dreaming of specialty cocktails like the Ginger Martini, or of a certain rare sake at the mezzanine-level Bar Lounge, where live jazz plays 4 nights a week. Or about savoring delicate kaiseki dishes in a tatami room at Nadaman Hakubai, one of 2 onsite restaurants. The hotel also offers complimentary access to the New York Sports Club--one location is conveniently situated steps from the Kitano.

Your Hotel Rooms is an oasis of understated sophistication--soft caramel tones, Japanese art, and plush bedding. You'll want to brew yourself a cup of Japanese green tea and perhaps watch a late-night movie on the 37-inch plasma TV. You can order room service, too, from morning till late evening. Plan your next day's itinerary via wireless and wired high-speed Internet access (surcharge). The marble bathroom is a soothing retreat, with cozy robes, towel warmers, and Gilchrist & Soames amenities. Amid the excitement and business of Midtown, the quiet here is not to be taken for granted.

Some of NYC’s best-known landmarks are north of 14th and south of 59th—or Midtown Manhattan. Here, couples kiss atop the Empire State Building. Grand Central Station’s opal-faced clock is a famed meeting spot. While fortunes are made on Wall Street, fortunes are spent at Fifth Avenue’s shops. Other highlights include Madison Square Garden, the United Nations, and the Garment and Diamond districts.

Guests receive complimentary day passes to the New York Sports Club, less than a 5-minute walk away. There you'll find a full floor of strength-training equipment, group exercise classes, personal training, swimming, and massage. Surcharges may apply.

Nadaman Habukai - At this acclaimed Japanese restaurant, you can choose a table in the main dining room, or for a truly authentic experience, reserve a private tatami room with cushioned seats around a low table, and kimono-clad waitresses. Kaiseki, a multicourse, artfully presented meal, is a menu highlight. You can also opt for à la carte sushi and entrees. How about Nabeyaki Udon--wheat noodles garnished with vegetables, egg, and shrimp tempura, in a hot pot? Open for lunch and dinner.

The Garden Café - This sky-lit cafe serves an American/Japanese buffet or à la carte breakfast, as well as lunch and dinner. Selections at dinner include Pan-Seared Long Island Shore Sea Bass, and Pancetta-Wrapped Free-Range Chicken Breast. The Sunday brunch buffet features live jazz entertainment.

The Bar Lounge - With its sleek, contemporary feel, the mezzanine-level bar lends itself well to live jazz and sophisticated cocktailing. Enjoy a fresh specialty drink, rare malt whiskey, champagne, or sake. You can also order appetizers, entrees such as grilled fish and pizza, and dessert. Jazz plays Wednesday-Saturday evenings. Open early evening until late night.

Room service - Available morning till late evening.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at Check-In for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon Check-In and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, Check-In, or Check-Out.

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required at Check-In for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon Check-In and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.