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View of Park Avenue South from my suite at the Hotel Giraffe.

View of Park Avenue South from my suite at the Hotel Giraffe.

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The quiet and classic Hotel Giraffe, a boutique hotel on Park Avenue South, has the feel of an exclusive private residence. Take a photo tour of Hotel Giraffe

Hotel Giraffe: Guest Rooms

Residential-style suites balance a modern sleekness with a 1930s air. My corner suite had a Juliet balcony with fresh flowers on it, overlooking Park Avenue South. The bathroom was small, with a bathtub/shower combo, but had plenty of counter space and gr

Hotel Giraffe: Restaurants

Barna Restaurant serves Spanish-style tapas and entrees in the restaurant and (summers) in the rooftop garden. A complimentary continental breakfast is served in the lobby. Next door is a Dos Caminos outpost for creative Mexican fare.

Hotel Giraffe: Activities and Amenities

Passes to a nearby fitness center are available at the front desk. Daily newspapers, CDs, DVDs, and books are available on request. Weeknights in the lobby, enjoy live piano music.

There is a complimentary evening wine reception. I enjoyed the live piano music, quiet atmosphere, and cheese and fruit snacks. Two blocks away is a Pax, with affordable, healthy meals such as wraps, salads, sandwiches and coffee. There are only seven guest rooms per floor. There is a computer in the lobby for guests' use.

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Hotel Giraffe is located: on Park Avenue South at 26th Street
365 Park Avenue South 38th Street, New York, New York 10016 USA
Phone: (212) 685-7700; Reservations: (877) 296-0009
Email: information@hotelgiraffe.com
Web site: Hotel Giraffe

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