The Barclay first opened its doors in 1926 under the aegis of the Vanderbilt family, quickly achieving a reputation as a hotel of distinction and exclusivity. Bette Davis, Marlon Brando and other celebrities have enjoyed its brand of hospitality in the past, now it's your turn! The hotel manages to combine old-world glamour with modern 21st-century functionality. Guests can enjoy an elegant residential design and state-of-the-art room facilities. There is also a health club for you to take advantage of. The Gin Parlour, with its club-like setting, is a great place to enjoy a pre-dinner drink before heading to one of the many restaurants and nightspots in the local vicinity.
Amenities
Babysitting service
Fitness Centre/Gym
Internet Access
Laundry Service
Room Service
Close to City Centre
Where is it
On East 48th Street, just steps away from Park Avenue, the Rockefeller Center and Grand Central Station. Transfer time from John F. Kennedy International Airport: 60 minutes.
Hotel information
702 rooms on 14 floors in 1 building with 6 lifts. All with air-conditioning, cable TV, WiFi access*, mini-bar* and fridge. Superior Rooms have 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.
Superior Double/Double Rooms have 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
Deluxe King Rooms have 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.
Deluxe Double/Double Rooms have 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
The Gin Parlour and Barclay Restaurant (modern American fare and gin menu). 1,500ft health club with fitness centre with steam room. In-room beauty and massage services*. Room service*. WiFi access*. Laundry/dry-cleaning facilities*. Concierge services. Valet parking*.
This hotel has a resort fee of $45.32 plus tax per room, per day (payable locally, subject to change)
Resort fee includes: - $15 mini bar credit, per day - $15 laundry/dry cleaning credit, per stay - Complimentary Wi-Fi (unlimited devices) - Unlimited local & international calls - PPE welcome kit upon arrival - Slippers & in-room hand sanitizer - Unlimited use of business center - 10% savings at Ole & Steen - 15% savings at Bloomingdale's. Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.
* Denotes local charge.
One person must be aged 21 years and over in each room at check-in.
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Best hotel in New York
Dec 24, 2024Luis F
The staff at the Club Lounge was outstanding. The day we arrived, we just mentioned that our son was turning 9 on the next day. On Saturday’s breakfast, Blanca surprised him with a cake and the birthday song. At night, Paulette surprised him with his favorite soup and a huge hug! He was so happy with the surprises!
Leslie at the Ambassador’s desk…
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The staff at the Club Lounge was outstanding. The day we arrived, we just mentioned that our son was turning 9 on the next day. On Saturday’s breakfast, Blanca surprised him with a cake and the birthday song. At night, Paulette surprised him with his favorite soup and a huge hug! He was so happy with the surprises!
Leslie at the Ambassador’s desk help us and lot too. Great hotel, friendly and helpful staff. Perfect location.
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Christmas Magic
Dec 24, 2024V7751JMdaniellec
Beautiful property in a great location. Easy walk-ability to everything in the city. The hotel was decorated wonderfully for Christmas and my six year old was beyond excited. Our room had a wonderful view out to the bustling street below without the addition of too much noise. The bed was large and comfortable. My only concern was with the…
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Beautiful property in a great location. Easy walk-ability to everything in the city. The hotel was decorated wonderfully for Christmas and my six year old was beyond excited. Our room had a wonderful view out to the bustling street below without the addition of too much noise. The bed was large and comfortable. My only concern was with the treatment I received at the Parlour Restaurant. My six year old, a friend and I sat down in the evening. We ordered two waters and a lemonade and the server was visibly irritated. Setting our drinks down we all said thank you and got no response. It wasn’t until we placed an alcohol and food order that she even addressed us verbally. This was a trip I planned thoughtfully for my son as he loves NYC and Christmas. If a hotel has such things as a “letters for Santa” mailbox and activities geared toward children staff should be accepting of parties of families.
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Great Holiday Stay
Dec 19, 2024Guide789577
Excellent service. Very friendly and accommodating staff.
Super comfortable bed.
Loved the buffet breakfast.
We enjoyed lounging in the lobby for cappuccinos or after dinner drinks.
The lobby was so beautifully decorated for the holidays.
A beautifully appointed room.
Dec 17, 2024VictoriaGee
This was my first trip back to the Intercontinental Barclay in two decades. What a joy to return after the beautiful 2017 renovation. The lobby feels expansive with carpet and beautiful marble tiles. Everything is in line with the hotels unique heritage. Our room was beautifully appointed with a sweet gallery wall over the bed and a relaxing,…
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This was my first trip back to the Intercontinental Barclay in two decades. What a joy to return after the beautiful 2017 renovation. The lobby feels expansive with carpet and beautiful marble tiles. Everything is in line with the hotels unique heritage. Our room was beautifully appointed with a sweet gallery wall over the bed and a relaxing, lakeside mural on one end of the room. Room amenities were lovely and well placed and the bed was both comfortable and cozy. So ofter we return to a place only to find it's slipped somehow from our memory. We were pleasantly surprised by the wonderful comfort and welcoming feel and spirit of the old Barclay. We'll be back and fairly soon.
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Cozy and Comfy
Dec 16, 2024Angie A
The hotel is gorgeous; the staff is very friendly - we made a new friend - Angel - who welcomed us and catered to our needs; he’s the best! The room was clean and cozy. The beds were very comfortable.
I would stay here again. We were only a few blocks from all main attractions, Rockefeller Center, Radio City, St Patrick’s, Times Square, Bryant…
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The hotel is gorgeous; the staff is very friendly - we made a new friend - Angel - who welcomed us and catered to our needs; he’s the best! The room was clean and cozy. The beds were very comfortable.
I would stay here again. We were only a few blocks from all main attractions, Rockefeller Center, Radio City, St Patrick’s, Times Square, Bryant park…we walked everywhere!
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