Part of the fashionable Kimpton chain, the Eventi is simultaneously modern and classic, its dark wood and marble balanced with a clean, contemporary design aesthetic. The rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows, king-sized beds adorned with luxury linens, and light marble bathrooms with rain showers and Atelier Bloem bath amenities. Service is wonderful, too.

The location is another strong point, with vibrant Chelsea, Flatiron and Madison Square Garden nearby. Members get a $15 credit at the minibar.


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