LaGuardia International Airport (LGA): Approximate driving time is 25 minutes and distance is 9 miles.

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): Approximate driving time is 35 minutes and distance is 17 miles.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR): Approximate driving time is 40 minutes and distance is 17 miles.

Driving directions from LaGuardia: Take Grand Central Pkwy west to I-278 (Brooklyn-Queens Expy) west. Take I-495 (Long Island Expy) west, then take the Queens Midtown tunnel and exit to 37th St/38th-40th Sts. Turn left on E 39th St, then turn right on Avenue of the Americas. Turn right on W 44th St, and the hotel is on the left.

Driving directions from JFK: Take I-678 (Van Wyck Expy) north to I-495 (Long Island Expy) west. Take the Queens Midtown tunnel and exit to 37th St/38th-40th Sts. Turn left on E 39th St, then turn right on Avenue of the Americas. Turn right on W 44th St, and the hotel is on the left.

Driving directions from Newark: Follow signs to take US 1/US 9 north to I-95 (New Jersey Tpke) north (toll road). Take I-495 to the Lincoln Tunnel and exit to West Side Hwy/40th St. Turn right on W 42nd St, then turn left on Avenue of the Americas. Turn right on W 44th St, and the hotel is on the left.

Getting there: For solo travelers, the best option from any of the airports is a shuttle van ($16–25). For groups of two or more, a taxi is usually a better value ($26–35 from LaGuardia; more than $36 from JFK and Newark). Other options into the city, including express buses and JFK's Air Train, are less expensive ($5–15) but do not go to individual hotels. Guests opting for these methods can take a taxi or subway to reach the hotel. (All fees subject to change without notice.)

Getting around: Walking is an excellent way to visit the many attractions nearby. For other destinations, the subway is a good choice, especially during peak traffic (less than $5; fees subject to change without notice). Taxis are another good way to get around town. Rental cars are not recommended.

• In city center
• In business district

59 W 44th St New York, NY 10036 USA Nearest major airport: New York, NY (LGA-LaGuardia) Area: Midtown (Grand Central Station) (New York) This is the exciting heart of New York, including Park Avenue's gleaming office buildings, top restaurants, and popular attractions. Grand Central Terminal, the United Nations, Rockefeller Center, St. Patrick's Cathedral, and the Empire State Building are located here, and myriad temptations await shoppers in famous Fifth Avenue stores.