AKA United Nations is superbly situated on East 46th Street between Second and Third Avenues, equidistant from the distinctive UN headquarters complex to the east and the energized business district surrounding Grand Central Terminal to the west, where corporate giants such as Pfizer and JPMorgan Chase are based. Set in a community with an international flair—courtesy the thousands of diplomats working at the UN—this completely modernized high–rise of just 91 tranquil one–bedroom suites is a relaxing sanctuary at the end of a harried day. Other well-known sites, including museums and SoHo, are less than three miles from this high-rise hotel.
Hotel Features. Twenty-one stories above Manhattan, the rooftop courtyard of AKA - United Nations' landscaped Zen garden is the perfect respite-and romantic retreat. Across from the garden is the hotel's 24-hour fitness center with cardio machines, a weight machine, and free weights. Complimentary weekday breakfasts are provided. During the day, the hotel offers complimentary coffee, tea, fruit and cookies in the lounge. The hotel's business center includes high-speed Internet access. Limo or Town Car service is available. The hotel's concierge services assist with tickets to sought-after New York City attractions. The front desk staff is eager to assist 24 hours a day.
Guestrooms. The hotel's 98 guestrooms measure about 650 square feet and feature fully-equipped kitchens with stainless-steel appliances, granite countertops and walnut cabinets. The refrigerators have water-filtration systems. Complimentary high-speed Internet access, DVD players and 27-inch flat-screen televisions with premium channels are available in each guestroom. The living area includes a dining set, sofa and wing chair. Balconies provide views of the Manhattan skyline. Premium bedding, including 400-thread-count Egyptian-cotton linens and pillowtop mattresses, is standard in all guestrooms.
