The Sherry-Netherland, New York, USA

This is a great neighbourhood to be based in, particularly with Central Park over the road. Head to Madison Avenue and 5th Avenue for shopping opportunities, or visit the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA).

The hotel is close to a number of subway stations, so you can explore further out.

By plane: London, Manchester or Edinburgh to New York take 7 hours, after which, a taxi takes 50 minutes. Parking costs $85 per day. Book flights to New York.

The décor is traditional throughout the hotel and you're surrounded by elegance. The arched marble lobby was modelled on the Vatican Library and was restored in 2013. It has a magnificent 1920s frescoed ceiling.

The facilities include a small gym, barbershop and hair salon, which also offers manicures and pedicures, and a business centre. The service is impeccable.

• Restaurant
• Bar
• Gym
• Salon
• On-site parking
• Free Wi-Fi

The individually styled rooms and suites have marble bathrooms and traditional décor with features including high ceilings, decorative mouldings and fireplaces, and elegant furnishings. All have a view, whether it's of the interior courtyard, Fifth Avenue or Central Park.

Room types: Interior, City View, Park View, Interior Suite, City View Suite, Park View Suite

Key amenities: ensuite bathroom with toiletries, daily newspaper and fresh flowers, free water and sodas, Louis Sherry chocolates, free Wi-Fi

Harry Cipriani is modelled on the original Harry's Bar in Venice. The menu serves Italian classics, many of which are served at the Venice original. Waiters wear white jackets and bow-ties and it's definitely a place to see and be seen. We recommend the expertly-prepared Manhattan at the bar.

Harry Cipriani: restaurant and bar, Venetian cuisine and signature cocktails. Dishes include Veal Milanese, Filet Mignon alla Rossini and grilled Branzino. All-day dining, open daily.