When you think of New York City, you think of Broadway and there is nothing more exciting than a night at the theatre. Choosing a show can be a daunting task, so the Hotel Giraffe has picked a few for you!!

When travelling with the family, you want to plan a trip that is fun and easy for everyone!  And since you already know what do to when visiting NYC with your family, we want to help you decide where to stay.  At Hotel Giraffe, you’ll find a multitude of features to make family travel a pleasure, which is why we won the Citysearch Best of New York ‘Best Family Friendly Hotel award!

Around the holidays New York City is filled with pop-up stores, but this year we noticed that more and more every day restaurants and bars have transformed their space into a winter wonderland for all to enjoy. Grab a cup of cocoa and a fleece lined blanket and catch up on some of our concierges favorite NYC holiday & winter pop-up bars & restaurants!

The holidays are finally upon us.  Are you ready for all the crowds and parties and running around picking up last minutes gifts?  No? Us either. So we have put together the perfect holiday movie list for you to enjoy while you finish digesting that Thanksgiving turkey.  Whether you are on your way to New York City this season, or maybe Nana’s famous sticky toffee pudding is keeping you close to home, this list will be sure to get you

The holiday season in NYC is quickly approaching and we could not be more excited!! The city is buzzing with visitors, most of whom are here to ring in the holiday season and to see the city dressed to the nines!  Let us share our favorite holiday attractions and traditions in hope to spread some cheer!

Enjoy Spooky New York City with us while we take you through some of our favorite haunted bars and restaurants to help bring in the festivities of the Halloween season.  OooooooooOooooooo…   Ear Inn: Stop in and enjoy a beer at one of NYC’s oldest drinking establishments. After opening its doors in 1817, the unnamed bar didn’t let prohibition slow them down.  Often called, the Green Door, the bar became in an infamous watering hole for sailors all over the

Traditions in NYC run deep. From the yearly marathons and parades to the yearly tree lighting ceremonies, we New Yorker’s love a reason to celebrate our city! If you have yet to experience a newer tradition, Summer Streets, then this may be your opportunity. Summer Streets is an annual celebration of NYC’s most valuable public space—our streets! Hosted over the first 3 Saturdays of August (4th, 11th and 18th)! Summer Streets runs all the way from Central Park to the Brooklyn

SOHO – South Of HOuston Summer is here in New York City! It’s time to relax and enjoy brunch or a day full of shopping on the streets of SOHO. SOHO offers a variety of trendy restaurants and both designer-boutiques and exotic shops. This one of a kind area is lined with cobblestone streets and covered in cast-iron-fronted buildings that create a tasteful and fascinating environment. From the Elysée Hotel it’s just a five minute walk to the Subway.  The

No matter which of our four New York properties you are visiting this summer, you are in for a wonderful experience! New York is filled with fun summer activities, and the New York’s calendar is jam packed with interesting things to do and see. Here are some of our top recommendations to fill the summer days!

Father’s Day is this weekend! Need plans for a fun filled day in NYC with Dad? All over NYC there are all types of adventures and experiences for every type of person, family, and most importantly, fathers! We have created a list of some of the most unique and creative ways  you can spend your day around the city; with everything from experiencing virtual reality to seeing Babe Ruth’s famous jersey, this Father’s Day will be one to remember!