A change from the big chain hotels. The Lucerne has an old world elegance, with larger rooms than the usual New York hotels (I’ve done a deep dive into room sizes at various Times Sq and Upper West side hotels).

Check in: the reception area was well staffed at 6pm (3 agents for about 5 families) and check in was smooth.

Room: A deluxe king on the 2nd floor, with a writing desk and entry table. Clean, neutral smell (much appreciated), bed on the firm side.

Wifi: good connection (access code is on the back of key holder.

TV: had YouTube etc but no Netflix or Prime at first glance.

Minibar: n/a

Ice dispenser with vending machines (soda, snacks) easily accessible on the same floor.

Water bottle in room was not complimentary, an expensive $6.75

Food options: Sushi, bagels, Tacombi (Mexican), Tessa (new American), Jing Fong (Chinese) all within a block. The hotel restaurant, Nice Matin (French) which has a few sidewalk cafe type tables.

Uber access easy, street front. Subway a block away.