Hotel Name and Address
GEM Hotel Chelsea
300 West 22nd Street
New York, NY, US, 10011

Price Range - $$ (Boutique)

Description
The GEM hotel is an intimate, boutique style hotel situated in the trendy 'Chelsea' neighborhood of Manhattan. Guests stay in elegant yet modern rooms and have access to upscale amenities such as Gilchrist & Soames bath products, free shoe shine service and monogrammed bathrobes. In addition to the amenities of the hotel, the GEM holds a great location. Chelsea is just a few blocks from Manhattan's best attractions:Times Square, Madison Square Garden, Greenwich Village, SoHo, Tribeca and SoHo.

Major Chelsea attractions including renowned restaurants, nightclubs and contemporary art galleries are also within walking distance. Chelsea is situated conveniently close to Midtown, allowing easy commute to many of Manhattan's famous landmarks, such as: the Empire State Building, Herald Square/Madison Square Garden and Times Square. If you're looking for an intimate place to retreat to after a busy day, GEM Chelsea is the perfect choice.

This hotel is 100% smoke free.

New York Guest Exclusive Offer: New York Guest is currently offering an unbeatable Broadway Savings Package for select Midtown hotels, including a one nights stay at the GEM Chelsea, 2 tickets to Broadway shows including Chicago, Mamma Mia and others, and breakfast starting at just $169.99 per person (including taxes). Click here for details.

Why This Hotel?
First, the excellent Chelsea location. Situated on a quiet neighborhood street, the GEM Hotel Chelsea is in a convenient location that allows you avoid the loud noise that can often accompany a stay in a midtown hotel. Many shops, New York sightseeing and museums are all within walking distance.

Would you like to tour around New York City in a helicopter, or cruise around the Statue of Liberty on a Ferry? After selecting your Lodging, browse Step #4, "Sightseeing Tours" to add NYC tours to your custom vacation package. Can't find one you're looking for? Call one of our travel advisors at 866-406-5341.

In Chelsea, you'll meet real New Yorkers. This is a neighborhood where New Yorkers go to dine, play and have fun. Every taste in food is right at your door step, from finger food to fine dining.

The Gem Hotel Chelsea is beautifully styled, with interiors done in blacks, reds and grays. The lobby is warm and tastefully decorated, and the guest rooms are comfortable yet modern. Recently opened in late 2008, the hallways, rooms and lobby show style and cleanliness. Some guests remark that the hotel has a seemingly European feel.

More affordable than hotels located in Midtown and other large tourist areas, yet still an easy commute to most majors sites. With a great location for a great value, the GEM is a gem among New York hotel deals.

Some of the room features guests have enjoyed include the plush bathrobes, amazingly comfortable beds, and the iHome iPod stereos.

Want to see a Broadway show? Then let us show you our 'Best' list and get you into:

• 9 to 5 Broadway: With music and lyrics by Grammy award-winning singer Dolly Parton, and direction by Tony Mantello of Wicked, 9 to 5 is Broadway's hottest up-and-coming new show. Based on the classic 1980 movie, 9 to 5 is a musical comedy of three female employees plotting against a sexist boss. 9 to 5 has only just opened on Broadway, and has already received rave reviews. Tickets are hard to get, but New York Guest can get you a pair even to sold out performances. Come see Broadway's next mega-hit!
• Lion King Broadway: The classic Disney film brought to life, The Lion King is the story of a young lion cub named Simba who struggles to accept the responsibilities of adulthood and his future role as king. Having won 6 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, The Lion King and is an adventure into another world.
  
  See Step 6, the "Entertainment Tickets" section of our custom trip planner to add Broadway tickets to your custom NYC vacation package, or call one of our travel advisors at 866-406-5341.

The subway is located just a block away, making it easy to commute to any area of Manhattan you wish. Unlike some cities, our New York Subways run 24 hours a day, everyday of the year.

Guests find the Gem Hotel Chelsea staff to be welcoming, courteous and helpful, and say they have provided useful suggestions of things to do in the Chelsea neighborhood.

Neighborhood & Attractions
Chelsea is located on the west-side of Manhattan, bordering Greenwich Village, Madison Square, The Meat-Packing District, and Hell's Kitchen. Chelsea has become one of the centers of Manhattan's art scene, housing over 200 hundred galleries. You can find everything ranging from sculpture to modern art.

Some Neighborhood landmarks include:

Chelsea Piers: Once a luxury cruise terminal in the early 20th century, Chelsea piers were the original destination of the Titanic. Nowadays, they are a huge entertainment and sports complex with a multi-story driving range, rock-climbing wall, skate park, bowling alley and much more. Chelsea Piers is a great place to get some entertainment right on the water.

The People's Improv Theater%u2013 An off Broadway theater featuring original comedy shows every night, with an emphasis on improvisational material. For Broadway packages, use the "Entertainment tickets" section of our trip planner to add Broadway tickets to your NYC vacation. Choosing New York City Lodging, tickets and transportation together is the most convenient and affordable way to book.

The Joyce Theater- a 472-seat dance performance venue

The Jacob Javits Convention Center is less than a half mile away from GEM Chelsea. Major midtown attractions are also very close by. Madison Square Garden is about a 5 minute walk, and Times Square is about a 15 minute walk.

Restaurants: Chelsea is home to many restaurants, diners and cafes all within a few blocks, making it a great place to dine. Nearby Restaurants include:

• Jack's: Moderately priced eclectic cuisine
• Arno's Ristorante: Northern Italian
• Wildwood BBQ: Modern barbeque in a fun setting
• Vento Trattoria: Affordable Italian
• Dos Caminos: Mexican fun
• Primehouse NY: A Classic Steakhouse
• Blue Water Grill: Some of the best seafood in the city

Other nearby stores include: Starbucks, Jamba Juice and a 24 hour convenience store. Call and ask about our free concierge restaurant reservation service, or our special packages which combine New York hotel deals with restaurant deals.

Hotel Amenities & services
SEI premium bottled water
High-end Gilchrist & Soames bath amenities
Monogrammed bath robes
Free shoe shine service.
Free coffee
Concierge service
Wireless Internet access in the lobby,
Access to copy and fax services.
Wide-screen flat-panel LCD television,
Free high-speed Internet access
Clock radio with MP3 jack
Coffee maker with Wolfgang Puck coffee and tea
Hair dryer
Iron / ironing board
Nightly turn-down service
Down pillows
Fitness Room

Transportation
Conveniently located one block away from a subway line. Penn Station is also within walking distance.

New York Guest can always provide you with transportation to or from an airport. Would you like a private sedan so you can venture to Yankee Stadium in the Bronx or the beaches of Long Island? Limousine New York to take you to your favorite Broadway show?

See the "transportation" section of our online trip booker, or call one of our travel advisors at 866-406-5341 to add transportation to your stay at the GEM Chelsea.

Check In/Out Info
Check in time: 3:00 PM
Check out time: 11:00 AM