The Plaza Hotel in New York City is the pinnacle of elegance in a city of seemingly endless options for grandeur. The imposing 282 room edifice houses 100 years of history, glamour, and romance. A cultural icon, the name alone summons an image of New York society, Fifth Avenue, Central Park, and high tea in the garden. Everyone who’s anyone knows The Plaza.
Built in 1907, the hotel was designed to be one of the most luxurious in the world. Over 1,650 crystal chandeliers were purchased as well as the largest order for gold-encrusted china ever placed. During its long lifetime this New York Landmark has seen many changes. When it first opened you could get a room for just $2.50 a night. Good luck finding any rooms for that rate in Manhattan today!
The Plaza’s history and beauty evoke an air of romance. Walking through the white tiled lobby under the sparkling chandeliers it’s hard not to feel like Daisy Buchanan rushing to meet her Gatsby. With that kind of romance instilled in practically every nook and cranny, its second nature that the hotel would pull all the stops out for Valentine’s Day weekend with sumptuous packages.
Three of them are our pick of the week and they are at varying price points for you to share with that special somebody. When you check in for the “Romance at the Plaza” package you’ll be treated to a floral arrangement from Gramercy Park Flowers, chocolate truffles, champagne, and keepsake Champagne flutes engraved with The Plaza Logo waiting in your room.
The “Delectable Devotion” package is a spectacular, once-in-a-lifetime chance to indulge yourself and your romantic fling. On top of exquisite accommodations, this stay includes an exclusive Osetra Caviar Trio tasting at the new Olma Caviar Boutique & Bar in the hotel. You even get to select a few of your favorite caviars to take home. Then you’ll meet Executive Chef Steven Crocker of the Todd English Food Hall for a private cooking lesson. You actually get to prep and cook the romantic meal you’ll be eating later together.
The last package is just for families. Instead of focusing on romance, the “Cupid for the Kids” package concentrates on the whimsical world of the Plaza made famous by the character of Eloise, the mischievous, young girl who lived at the hotel in the children’s book series, “Eloise at the Plaza.” It includes fun family-friendly activities as well as a stay in an Edwardian suite with a connecting room for 50% off the best available rate. Also included are tickets for ice skating at Wollman Rink in Central Park and a $100 gift card to the one and only Eloise shop at the hotel, which would make any little girl’s day.
Some good things never change. While New York City and the people that make it great are both a continually moving target, The Plaza remains tried and true and over a long Valentine’s weekend it’s about the best you can get.
Learn More About These Special Valentine’s Day Packages at The Plaza