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 (173)
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Feb 17, 2020 Virgil S Barcelona, Spain

Formerly the Williams University Club, it has been reincarnated with a nod to William Shakespeare and imaginings of a proper British dining club with a boutique hotel. There are two "speakeasy" rooms recalling the glamour of the Prohibition era plus a full restaurant serving delicious pub food. The hotel rooms are very well-designed with good… Read more
Formerly the Williams University Club, it has been reincarnated with a nod to William Shakespeare and imaginings of a proper British dining club with a boutique hotel. There are two "speakeasy" rooms recalling the glamour of the Prohibition era plus a full restaurant serving delicious pub food. The hotel rooms are very well-designed with good space. The only criticism I would have is lack of a proper work space for the business traveler, but it's not a deal-breaker to staying there. Read less
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Feb 10, 2020 cxn0ohhyne

This is a good spot. Not the best in NYC, but certainly not the worst. Well designed rooms, spacious. Good water pressure, comfortable bedding. Didn't go to the restaurant but it was hoppin'. Convenient location, etc.
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Feb 6, 2020 isabelle m

Lovely boutique hotel - Cheerful rooms - vivid painted walls Terraces for fresh air Overall very nice experience - close to Grand central- theatre district at à walkable Distance - Morgan Library around the corner. Would return
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Jan 28, 2020 lawtrek Long Island, New York

Now for something completely different .......... The William is really the William Shakespeare Hotel on 39th. It has a 17th Century historic feel to it. Great mattresses, great bar, great restaurant (separate review). Once inside you are surrounded with dark mahogany and walnut woods draped with red velvet sash's. While you may be in NY, you… Read more
Now for something completely different .......... The William is really the William Shakespeare Hotel on 39th. It has a 17th Century historic feel to it. Great mattresses, great bar, great restaurant (separate review). Once inside you are surrounded with dark mahogany and walnut woods draped with red velvet sash's. While you may be in NY, you feel like you are in early London. Read less
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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.