The Ravel Hotel offers in-room massages upon request (surcharge), and complimentary shuttle rides to off-site spas.

The Ravel Hotel is just minutes from the Big Apple, but it won't take a big bite out of your budget. Located in Long Island City, this stylish yet affordable boutique hotel is just 1.5 miles east of Midtown Manhattan via the Queensboro (59th Street) Bridge. The bridge entrance is less than a mile from the hotel. Prefer not to drive? The hotel offers a complimentary shuttle to a nearby subway station; you can get to Midtown in 10 minutes, and take a pay shuttle to Bloomingdale's, restaurants, and train stations. (If you've brought your own wheels, limited free parking is available.)

Midtown sights are seemingly endless. You can take the NBC Studio Tour at Rockefeller Center, or marvel at the spectacular views from the Top of the Rock observation deck. A 10-minute walk away are the crowds and glittering lights of Times Square. Ride the wave of excitement into the new Hard Rock Café, where rock memorabilia and Americana reign. Fuel up with a burger and thick shake, then head to a Broadway show; dozens of theaters are within a half-mile.

All that leaves you ready for some serious unwinding. At Penthouse808, the hotel's rooftop restaurant and lounge, enjoy postcard-perfect bridge and skyline views over a romantic candlelight dinner, or dance to music spun by the house DJ. Pan-Asian cuisine dominates the menu. Lemongrass Steamed Mussels make a swank starter--or you can skip straight to sushi. Try a specialty drink such as the Rooftop Tea with citron, vodka, and honeysuckle.

After all the fun and excitement, your Hotel Rooms is a welcome retreat. The spacious rooms are contemporary and artful, with high ceilings; some open to private balconies. Snuggle under your down duvet and watch a late-night show on the 32-inch LCD TV. Or boot up your laptop with wireless Internet access (surcharge). Refresh in the glass-enclosed shower with a rainfall showerhead.

Complimentary Wi-Fi and a 24-hour business center are provided in the Ravel Hotel's lobby. A fitness center is open 24 hours a day. Other perks include in-room massages, breakfast, and pet accommodation (surcharges apply for all).

The hotel will be renovating from 11 October 2010 to 14 October 2010. The following areas are affected:

Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance. Completion dates are subject to change.

This information supersedes all other information in this property's description that relates to these amenities.

In Queens’ western edge, Long Island City hosts a vibrant art scene, on display at PS1. Immigrants make up nearly half of the population of this New York borough. Jackson Heights is home to Little India. Jamaica has long welcomed African Americans and West Indians. Corona is the resting place of trumpeter Louis Armstrong, and Astoria has one of the largest Greek populations outside of Greece.

Guests can use the hotel's 24-hour fitness center with cardio and strength-training equipment.

Penthouse808 - This stylish rooftop restaurant and lounge boasts panoramic views of the Queensboro Bridge and the Manhattan skyline--and a retractable glass roof. Enjoy fine pan-Asian cuisine, including innovative sushi, wine, and cocktails, indoors and out (seasonally). The restaurant features a live DJ and dancing Fridays and Saturdays, and an all-day Sunday brunch party. Open Tuesday - Thursday evenings, Friday and Saturday until very late, and Sunday mid-morning till late afternoon.

Room service - Penthouse808 provides in-room dining for dinner and late-night snacks.

**These amenities may be available only in some rooms or units. Some amenities may incur additional fees.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at Check-In for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon Check-In and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, Check-In, or Check-Out.

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Guests must show current government-issued proof of identity at the time of Check-In.
Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required at Check-In for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon Check-In and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.

Visit the Rooftop Bar & Lounge open 7 days a week, featuring views of the Manhattan Skyline and Queensboro Bridge. It features movie nights, cigar & whiskey nights, latin nights and much more.