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The Plaza Hotel

768 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY, USA, 10019
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About us

The Plaza Hotel has been the setting, backdrop, and star of New York's most memorable moments for more than 100 years. Guests are welcomed from around the world to enjoy its magic at the castle on Central Park. Ideally located on Manhattan’s most desirable address of Fifth Avenue and Central Park South, The Plaza’s prestigious address continues to define elegance with unmatched service and an ever-evolving modern sensibility. Offering 282 luxurious and spacious guestrooms, including 102 suites with striking views, The Plaza's unparalleled accommodations boast the largest overall square footage of any 5-Diamond hotel in New York City. Classical elegance is complemented by discreet placement of the latest in-room technology thoughtfully integrated for both business and pleasure. The Plaza Hotel is at the center of landmark events and significant corporate conferences with a bespoke range of iconic meeting spaces. The pride and joy of The Plaza, the legendary Grand Ballroom has long been home to monumental occasions. The Edwardian Room encompasses staple sights through large windows overlooking Central Park and 5th Avenue. Often referred to as a core piece of New York City’s DNA, The Oak Room is unlike anything else available in Manhattan with twenty-foot high ceilings. The Executive Boardroom provides the perfect space for high-level meetings, offering delegates both privacy and security. The exceptional team of event planning specialists at our elite property take your event from ordinary to Plaza-tively extraordinary.

Venue Details

ChainAccor
BrandFairmont Hotels
Built1907
Renovated2015
Total meeting space30,000 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms282
Venue typeLuxury hotel

Industry Ratings

AAA
Forbes Travel Guide
Northstar

Awards

Industry awards
Travel + Leisure The 15 Best Hotels in New York City: 2025, 2023, 2022, 2021 The 15 Best Hotel Room Views of New York City: 2022 Conde Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards: The Top Luxury Hotels NYC: 2022, 2021 29 Best New York Hotels for 2023 U.S News & World Report Best Hotels in New York City, NY: 2021-2025 USA Today's 10 Best Reader's Choice Awards 2025 Best Pet Friendly Hotel in US

Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Room service
  • View (garden)
  • View (urban)
Facilities
  • Extended stay
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite gift shop
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Pet friendly
  • Rental car service
  • Space (private)
  • Space (semi-private)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Sustainability

This venue holds verified sustainability certifications, based on certification data provided by BeCause in collaboration with Cvent.

Certifications (1)

Sustainability Certifications
Green Key Global Eco-Rating
Sustainability level: 4 Green Keys

Certification body: Green Key Global

Issued: 9/12/2024 Expires: 9/12/2027

Seasonal Availability

Do you want to know if your event is during the high or low season? Check the season availability for this hotel.
High season
Sep 01 - Dec 31May 01 - May 31
Shoulder season
Jun 01 - Jun 30Apr 01 - Apr 30
Low season
Jan 10 - Mar 31Jul 01 - Aug 31

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
30,000 sq. ft.
Largest room
4,800 sq. ft.
Space (private)
Available
Meeting rooms
9
Second largest room
4,680 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
Available
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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Maximum capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Cocktail rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
Crescent rounds (Cabaret)
Hollow square
1,000 sq. ft.
36.3 x 20.6 sq. ft.
11 ft.
16
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16
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3,000 sq. ft.
94 x 51.2 sq. ft.
23 ft.
140
30
110
-
140
40
30
80
40
2,500 sq. ft.
69.3 x 37.5 sq. ft.
23 ft.
300
50
200
-
300
100
48
140
60
4,800 sq. ft.
88 x 54 sq. ft.
25 ft.
600
85
500
600
500
275
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4,680 sq. ft.
89 x 39 sq. ft.
20 ft.
500
-
370
500
400
160
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1,700 sq. ft.
51 x 27 sq. ft.
25 ft.
200
--
200
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1,688 sq. ft.
28 x 38 sq. ft.
16 ft.---------
2,700 sq. ft.
67 x 41 sq. ft.
25 ft.
300
60
225
300
-
150
--
50
225 sq. ft.
66 x 45 sq. ft.
11 ft.---------

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
282
Double (2 beds)
18
Suites
102
Tax rate
14.75%

Location

Getting Here

The Plaza Hotel is conveniently located on the corner on Fifth Avenue and Central Park South. LaGuardia Airport transfer is a 30-minute drive time to The Plaza. Accessible by car and subway (8 miles from venue). Newark Liberty International Airport transfer is a 40-minute drive time to The Plaza. Accessible by car and subway (15 miles from venue). John F. Kennedy International Airport transfer is a 40-minute drive time to The Plaza. Accessible by car and subway (16 miles from venue).
Distance from airport 8 mi
Parking in the area
Valet parking
( $110.00/day )

Local Attractions

The Palm Court
The Palm Court
Recreation
0 mins
For over 100 years, The Palm Court has been New York City’s iconic destination. The room’s signature feature is a soaring stained-glass dome reminiscent of the original built in 1907. The Palm Court is a timelessly elegant setting for breakfast, afternoon tea, evening fare and crafted cocktails making it one of the most iconic New York restaurant and bars still taking reservations.
Home Alone 2: Fun In New York
Home Alone 2: Fun In New York
Recreation
0 mins
Get lost in New York, Kevin McCallister-style. Through this whimsical offer, “guests of the new Celebrity Ding Dang Dong stay[ing] at the world-renowned Plaza Hotel”, can live out all their Kevin dreams by recreating some of their favorite iconic scenes from the popular ‘90s film, "Home Alone 2: Lost in New York". Start your experience with an exciting 4 hour private limousine ride around New York City to visit the famous filming locations from the movie including the Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center, Central Park, Carnegie Hall, and Radio City Music Hall. Of course, no limousine ride would be complete without your very own delicious hot cheese pizza to savor while you relive Kevin’s famous limo pizza scene. After you’ve visited all the sightseeing locales Kevin saw, and returned to your room with “one of those little refrigerators you have to open with a key”, make yourself cozy in your “extra large bed,” Kevin-style, and call down for your over-the-top ice cream sundae delivered right to your bed. Two scoops? Make it three. You’re not driving. Package Includes: Limousine ride around New York City (visit filming locations including the Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center, Central Park, Carnegie Hall, and Radio City Music Hall) *The limo ride is not a guided tour. **Limo color may vary. Large cheese pizza Home Alone sundae (16 scoops of assorted ice cream, whipped cream, maraschino cherries, M&M’s, brownie bits, chocolate, caramel, and raspberry sauce) Availability: This offer is available year-round, subject to availability. Rates: Rates vary depending on room type. This package needs to be booked at least three (3) days prior to check-in and is subject to availability of rooms at time of booking. This package is only available when directly booked with The Plaza and is unavailable for third party site reservations. The New York City limousine tour is not a guided tour. Limousine’s color will vary. Offer valid for new bookings only, is not applicable to group bookings and cannot be combined with other offers. Advance reservation is required. Black-out dates may apply.
Central Park
Central Park
Park
0 mins
Central Park is directly outside The Plaza’s front steps. Take a leisurely stroll in an urban oasis with endless trails, hidden nooks, and beautiful sculptures and fountains. The park's Carousel and Central Park Zoo are nearby activities that are fun for the whole family.
Fifth Avenue Shopping
Fifth Avenue Shopping
Shopping
0 mins
The Plaza Hotel shares the address of the world's most renowned shopping street. One of the most luxurious stretches of retail in the country, Fifth Avenue is the most luxurious stretch of retail in all New York City's shopping scene. Fifth Avenue is home to the flagships including Bergdorf Goodman, Tiffany & Co, and the Apple Store.
Columbus Circle
Columbus Circle
Shopping
4 mins
Located on the southwest corner of Central Park, Columbus Circle is one of New York's most iconic destinations. The Shops at Columbus Circle offer a sophisticated selection of over 50 retail stores and a prestigious collection of restaurants.
Rockefeller Center
Rockefeller Center
Recreation
10 mins
Rockefeller Center is home to some of New York City's most well known landmarks; such as Radio City Music Hall, the Rockefeller Center skating rink, and the Rainbow Room at the top of the GE Building. Rockefeller Center hosts the world famous Christmas tree lighting, one of New York's most beloved events.
The Museum of Modern Art
The Museum of Modern Art
Museum
8 mins
The MOMA is one of the leading museums of modern and contemporary art in the world. Its collection of works offers one of the most comprehensive and panoramic views into modern art. The collection included 22 000 films, 4 million film stills, 300 000 books, and files from over 70,000 artists.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Museum
15 mins
The Met is one of the world’s largest and most important art museums. The permanent collection contains more than two million works of art, from classical antiquity, Ancient Egypt, and the European masters to an extensive collection of American and modern art. In addition to the permanent collection, The Met hosts a large number of traveling exhibits throughout the year.
Carnegie Hall
Carnegie Hall
Theater
6 mins
Carnegie Hall is a concert venue in Midtown Manhattan in New York City located at 881 Seventh Avenue, occupying the east stretch of Seventh Avenue between West 56th Street and West 57th Street.Carnegie Hall's main auditorium seats 2,804 on five levels. It was named for the violinist Isaac Stern in 1997. The Main Hall is admired for its warm, live acoustics and it is commonplace for critics to express regret that the New York Philharmonic plays at Avery Fisher Hall in Lincoln Center and not in its former home in Carnegie Hall.
Lincoln Center
Lincoln Center
Theater
6 mins
Lincoln Center serves as a presenter of artistic programming, national leader in arts and education and community relations, and manager of the Lincoln Center campus. Located on the Upper West Side, the venue holds more than 400 events annually. Festivals and operas alike are held at the famous location.
Empire State Building
Empire State Building
Historical landmark
15 mins
Beyond the 360-Views, explore immersive and interactive exhibits for visitors of all ages. From its rich history and unique design, the landmark is New York's can't miss experience.
Broadway/Times Square
Broadway/Times Square
Theater
15 mins
A fifteen minute walk from The Plaza brings guests to the lights of Times Square and the renowned theater companies of Broadway.
Little Island
Little Island
Park
20 mins
Little Island at Pier 55 is an artificial island park where all visitors and New Yorkers alike can experience nature and art in a unique urban oasis on the Hudson River.
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Affiliated Organizations (1)

Fairmont Hotels | North & Central America
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The Plaza Hotel Frequently Asked Questions

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Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated The Plaza Hotel's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
https://all.accor.com/a/en/sustainability.html
Does The Plaza Hotel have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, Action : Sort your hazardous waste & at least 2 types of waste from the following: paper, glass, cardboard or plastic

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is The Plaza Hotel and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to The Plaza Hotel's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
https://group.accor.com/-/media/Corporate/Investors/Documents-de-reference/OPT_ACCOR_DEU_2021_MEL_US_300322.pdf

Health and Safety

Were practices at The Plaza Hotel developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, Diversey was also associated to build the sanitary guidelines. They were consulted on specific topics. Same with Ecolabel
Does The Plaza Hotel clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, focus on high touch points, room extra desinfection : door knobs, handles, switches, chair, desk, phone, remote control Rearrange furniture?to ensure a minimum distance of 1 meter between each participant (distance may vary upon local regulations)
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