The William

Midtown, New York

Deluxe Full Room, Room, Interior, Chair, The William, New York, East Coast, USA
Premium Queen Suite, Lounge, Sofa, Relax, Room, Interior, The William, USA, New York, East Coast
Deluxe Full Room, Room, Interior, Chair, The William, New York, East Coast, USA
Premium Queen Suite, Lounge, Sofa, Relax, Room, Interior, The William, USA, New York, East Coast

The hotel

A newly opened Brownstone Boutique hotel with a private club feel, offering the very highest standard of comfort. Every floor at the William is a different colour and are perfect for a long or short stay in New York. Although modern, it’s a historic building you’re occupying; this was home to the Williams Club since 1924, a private alumni social club for the prestigious liberal arts school, Williams College. Not to be missed is a visit to The Shakespeare Dining Room, a restaurant that evokes an early 19th century English gentleman’s club atmosphere with rich wood panelling, oak parquet floors and marble fireplace. Located beneath is The Shakespeare Pub, boasting a menu of English pub grub, cask ales and wines. The Raines Law Room is another treat – a speakeasy-type lounge with curtained-off booths, service bells for waiters and an extensive drinks list. A unique base from which to explore, we think The William counts as a sight to see and experience in itself!

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Laundry Service
  • Internet Access
  • Close to City Centre
  • Restaurant

Where is it

On East 39th, St between Park and Madison Avenues and 3 blocks from Grand Central Station. Transfer time from John F. Kennedy International Airport: 40 minutes.

Hotel information

33 rooms. All with are air-conditioning, Apple TV, iPod sound system, mini-bar*, Nespresso™ coffee machine, safe, hairdryer, L'Occitane bath amenities, bathrobes and slippers, and iron and board. Deluxe Full Rooms are 200 sq ft with 1 double bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Deluxe Queen Rooms are 190–300 sq ft with 1 queen-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Studio Rooms are larger at 260–400 sq ft, most with small kitchens and some with floor-to-ceiling windows with skyline views, with 1 queen-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

The Shakespeare Dining Room (formal, seasonal dining with an English twist). The Shakespeare Pub (English-style pub dishes). Raines Law Room (speakeasy lounge). Complimentary pass to local luxury gym. Complimentary WiFi. Concierge. Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. Room service*. Self-parking and valet-parking available*.

* Denotes local charge.

One person must be aged 21 years and over in each room at check-in.

Rating summary

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Traveller rating

  • Excellent (172)
  • Very good (84)
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  • Poor (8)
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Jan 26, 2020 ebrown979815

Great location, but room lacked essential equipment, no Kettle / very poor iron / confusing TV. Tight on space for two double beds. Very boutique downstairs but cold modernist upstairs and rooms. Handy old English pub in the basement.
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Jan 17, 2020 susan65619 Washington DC, District of Columbia

The William is a wonderful choice if you are coming to NYC. The room was perfect and had everything I needed. Great location - just a few blocks from Grand Central. Can't wait to come back and stay again!
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Jan 17, 2020 rrho132012

Beautiful boutique hotel in the heart of NYC...I booked a studio with balcony...large room with kitchenette ..best choice...the lobby area very elegant and stylish ... good value for money... I will surely return
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Jan 7, 2020 kateinvirginia Arlington, Virginia

I knew this hotel was for me from the moment I saw the pictures. I live for colorful hotels and there would be little that deterred me from staying. I stayed in a green room. It was beautiful. Not my favorite color, but I'm not picky. The little balcony in our room didn't have a view but it was unique in that it was covered so even while it… Read more
I knew this hotel was for me from the moment I saw the pictures. I live for colorful hotels and there would be little that deterred me from staying. I stayed in a green room. It was beautiful. Not my favorite color, but I'm not picky. The little balcony in our room didn't have a view but it was unique in that it was covered so even while it was raining, I could sit out there and enjoy my coffee and the rain without getting wet. It was not a particularly large room, but the bed was comfortable, the room was clean and the hotel was colorful. For a space where I only was sleeping, it fit the bill perfectly. Read less
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Dec 22, 2019 jceslak Newtown, Pennsylvania

This is one of my favorite places to stay! Everyone is so friendly, helpful and inviting and the rooms are fantastic. Every time I check in, I feel like I'm coming home. I can't wait to come back again and again!