Inspired by the glamor and romance of the movie Casablanca, the success of this 48-room jewel exemplifies the traveling world's new romance with boutique hotels. The Casablanca captures the heart of its guests by offering a serene pocket of tranquility and grace, just steps away from the excitement capital of the world, Times Square.
One of the highlights of the hotel is Rick's Cafe, where guests can relax and find entertainment and refreshment at any time of day. Each morning a lavish buffet breakfast is provided with the hotel's compliments, including boiled eggs, fresh fruits, a variety of juices, New York City bagels and cream cheese, muffins, pastries, croissants, cereals, yogurts and more. Throughout the day and night, guests enjoy international coffee and tea service including fresh fruit, cookies, candies, cappuccino, espresso, hot chocolate and a variety of black and herbal teas. Each evening from Monday through Saturday, Rick's Cafe offers a champagne, wine and cheese reception for all the guests to unwind after a busy day in the Big Apple. To help put the guests in the proper mood for the weekend, pianist, James Newman entertains every Friday evening from 5-8 pm with a r...
moreInspired by the glamor and romance of the movie Casablanca, the success of this 48-room jewel exemplifies the traveling world's new romance with boutique hotels. The Casablanca captures the heart of its guests by offering a serene pocket of tranquility and grace, just steps away from the excitement capital of the world, Times Square.
One of the highlights of the hotel is Rick's Cafe, where guests can relax and find entertainment and refreshment at any time of day. Each morning a lavish buffet breakfast is provided with the hotel's compliments, including boiled eggs, fresh fruits, a variety of juices, New York City bagels and cream cheese, muffins, pastries, croissants, cereals, yogurts and more. Throughout the day and night, guests enjoy international coffee and tea service including fresh fruit, cookies, candies, cappuccino, espresso, hot chocolate and a variety of black and herbal teas. Each evening from Monday through Saturday, Rick's Cafe offers a champagne, wine and cheese reception for all the guests to unwind after a busy day in the Big Apple. To help put the guests in the proper mood for the weekend, pianist, James Newman entertains every Friday evening from 5-8 pm with a repertoire of selections that conjure images of the classic movie, Casablanca.
The outdoor courtyard, the Blue Parrot, offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy a cigarette or cigar, should the memory of Bogie tempt you. While relaxing in Rick's Cafe, guests can choose to listen to music, watch tv or read complimentary newspapers or books. In each room, guests will find luxurious touches such as bottled spring water, Belgian chocolate turndown service, fine linens, and plush terrycloth bath robes.
All 48 newly renovated luxury rooms and suites are designed for comfort with meticulous attention to detail. Archways, ceiling fans,ornamental moldings, unique tapestries, paintings and murals are featured throughout the hotel. All rooms are soundproof and equipped with custom-made furniture, work/dining table, air-conditioning, two line speaker phones, data port with complimentary hi-speed internet access, conferencing and voice-mail facilities, TV with 36 premium cable channels, FM stereo, VCR,and mini-bar. Luxurious amenities in each bathroom include bath robes, telephone, hair-dryer and scald proof shower.
The hotel also offers use of a conference room equipped with state-of-the-art technology, a 31-inch computer/tv screen, color printer, and access to the internet. Concierge, valet service, room service,secretarial service, 24 hour access to a photocopier and fax machine, cellular phone, shoeshine, laundry and dry cleaning service are also available should you require them. The Casablanca is a true oasis, ideal for those who appreciate sophistication and fine accommodations, and personal attention.