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W New York - Downtown

4.5 of 5
123 Washington Street, New York City, NY 10006
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W New York - Downtown
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Business
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
Date Rating
Singapore, Singapore
Contributor
15 reviews 15 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

The hotel was clean and the staff were nice but there were a number of things that disappointed: 1. Trendiness I've not stayed in a W Hotel before so this may be reflective of the brand rather than thin particular hotel but I'd found it tried way too hard to be modern and hip, yet missed the mark. I'm talking... More

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WolfgangWehen, General Manager at W New York - Downtown, responded to this review
19 May 2013

Hello Dragsworthy, I'm sorry to hear about the challenges you experienced with some of our personal touches. We do want to provide an experience that is uniquely W. We regret that not all of it was to your liking. Please contact me directly at your convenience so that I can start on restoring your faith in our hotel. Best Personal... More

Nottingham, UK
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews 10 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

'Whatever Whenever' says the button on the phone. This perfectly describes the experience of staying in this hotel. The service is excellent. Nothing is too much trouble. We flew over from London for a leisure weekend and then a week's business trip and above-all needed a hotel that could make this busy trip go smoothly and relax us. They helped... More

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WolfgangWehen, General Manager at W New York - Downtown, responded to this review
15 May 2013

Hi CHAND13R, Thank you for taking the time to share your recent experience with us. It was great reading about the wonderful time you had with us. We have shared your comments with our staff so that they can see how their actions impact our guests. We do hope to see you again in the future. Best Personal Regards, Wolfgang... More

New York City, New York
Senior Contributor
29 reviews 29 reviews
22 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

We normally don't stay this far downtown but decided to because of the business that brought us back to New York. It is really a poor location for anything other than seeing the World Trade Center memorial. Also the hotel room was kind of beat up with lots of scuff marks on the wall. The pros: -Decent sized room for... More

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WolfgangWehen, General Manager at W New York - Downtown, responded to this review
15 May 2013

Hi Luxurylove86, I'm sorry to hear about the challenges you experienced during your recent stay. this is certainly not the type of experience we strive to provide for our guests. I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss the matter further so that I can start on restoring your faith in our hotel. Best Personal Regards, Wolfgang Wehen – General Manager More

Virginia
Top Contributor
52 reviews 52 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

We received an upgrade 'cause they didn't have enough King standard rooms. We were on the 16th floor overlooking Ground Zero. Spectacular. Lots of tourists, lots of cops, lots of activity for Bike New York, but the room and the view were outstanding. One issue--baggage storage and car valet service was pretty bad. Not enough people doing it. One woman... More

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WolfgangWehen, General Manager at W New York - Downtown, responded to this review
15 May 2013

Hi WineLoverVirginia, Thank you for taking the time to share your recent experience with us. I am glad that you were pleased by the view in your room. Please accept our apologies for the issues with luggage storage and parking. I would be more than happy to discuss the matter to see how we can restore your confidence in us.... More

State College, Pennsylvania, United States
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

I treated my girlfriend and I to a weekend in NYC and spent Friday night in the W Downtown. We heard great things about the hotel, and it more than met all of our highest expectations. The corner room we stayed in was nothing short of spectacular with an incredible view of the Freedom Tower and the 9/11 memorial. The... More

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WolfgangWehen, General Manager at W New York - Downtown, responded to this review
15 May 2013

Hi Drew G, Thank you for taking the time to share your recent experience with us. We could not be happier to have exceeded your expectations. We would love to see you again. Best Personal Regards, Wolfgang Wehen – General Manager More

London, United Kingdom
Reviewer
3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

Comfortable room with a great view of the World Trade Centre memorial and the Freedom Tower. Great location downtown. Breakfast is not a buffet so allow at least 30 minutes for fresh cooked fayre. Nice and leisurely, though would like it to be a little swifter during the week. Breakfast was good quality. Bar and reception area is nearer a... More

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WolfgangWehen, General Manager at W New York - Downtown, responded to this review
3 May 2013

Hello David24601, Thank you for your comments, we are so happy to hear you enjoyed your time with us. It’s great to hear all the positive feedback especially about the service from our team. Hope to see you again soon! If I can be of any further assistance, please contact me at GMWolfgang.Wehen@whotels.com. Best Personal Regards, Wolfgang Wehen – General... More

San Mateo, California
Contributor
19 reviews 19 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013

Typical W feel of trying too hard to make 40 year old business men feel they are hip. It is a pain having to switch elevators at the 5th floor lobby... An area the keep "club" dark and is miserable to navigate. Room was nice, small, and unadorned... But ok. No major complaints, but surely there is better.

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WolfgangWehen, General Manager at W New York - Downtown, responded to this review
3 May 2013

Hello TravelwithBrown, Thank you for taking the time to share your most recent experience with us. While I understand this wasn't one of your favorite location, we hope you’ll come back and visit us again soon! If I can be of any further assistance, please contact me at GMWolfgang.Wehen@whotels.com. Best Personal Regards, Wolfgang Wehen – General Manager More

2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013

Having stayed at the W downtown a few months prior, I was treating my sisters to a night in the city and decided to go for this hotel again as it was so good the last time and the location/connections are fantastic! Second time round, the wonderful team at the W did not disappoint. We were checked in by JaVonn... More

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WolfgangWehen, General Manager at W New York - Downtown, responded to this review
3 May 2013

Hello Sammccrimmon1, Thank you for your comments and recognizing Chelsea, JaVonn, Robert and team W New York - Downtown. We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your time and hope to see you again soon! Best Personal Regards, Wolfgang Wehen – General Manager More

London, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

Fantastic welcome from lovely staff for our family including a 4yr old and 9 yr old. They will never want to stay anywhere else after our stay. We had 2 interconnecting rooms with great views over the 9/11 fountains. Extremely comfy beds - none of us had any difficulty sleeping! V well situated for getting out and about - all... More

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WolfgangWehen, General Manager at W New York - Downtown, responded to this review
3 May 2013

Hello Louise D, Thank you for your comments we are so happy to hear that we have officially spoiled your kids with the W Brand. It seems like you really enjoyed your time with us and we hope to see you again soon! Best Personal Regards, Wolfgang Wehen – General Manager More

London, United Kingdom
Senior Contributor
38 reviews 38 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2013

This hotel s directly across from the 9/11 memorial. Near the WFC. This is a. Dry cool hotel where a dj plays house music in the lobby after 600. The king beds are great. My only issue is that you have to switch elevators in the lobby. This is the same in London and Fort Lauderdale. I hope W doesn't... More

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WolfgangWehen, General Manager at W New York - Downtown, responded to this review
14 April 2013

Hi Barrygibbon, Thank you for taking the time to share your recent experience with us. Our team takes great pride in providing the type of stay you described. If I can be of any further assistance, please contact me at GMWolfgang.Wehen@whotels.com. Best Personal Regards, Wolfgang Wehen – General Manager More

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What travellers say

  • Ground Zero(17)
  • Financial district(10)
  • Trade center(9)
  • Construction noise(7)
  • Very comfortable(7)
  • BLT restaurant(5)
  • Battery park(5)
  • Spectacular room(4)
  • Car service(4)
  • Friendly and helpful(3)

Additional Information about W New York - Downtown

Address: 123 Washington Street, New York City, NY 10006
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Region: United States > New York > New York City
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Centre Fitness Centre Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#110 Luxury Hotels in New York City
#152 Business Hotels in New York City
#211 Family Hotels in New York City
Price Range: €€€
Hotel Class:4.5 star (4.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
W New York – Downtown is where the Financial District power action is, rubbing shoulders with the Statue of Liberty, NYSE and Freedom Tower. Power wheel and deal at BLT, or be seen at our sleek and chic Living Room Bar & Terrace. With 217 rooms and 58 floors, explore the signature W bed, innovative technology, fantastic in-room entertainment and more, as Whatever/Whenever® makes all big city dreams come true. ... more   less 
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