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Quiz about Best Hotels In New York City
Quiz about Best Hotels In New York City

Best Hotels In New York City Trivia Quiz


New York City is a unique American city. In this quiz, you will be able to explore some of the best hotels there. Good luck!

A multiple-choice quiz by Lpez. Estimated time: 5 mins.
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Author
Lpez
Time
5 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
391,028
Updated
Feb 23 23
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
7 / 10
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315
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Question 1 of 10
1. The name of this hotel is almost synonymous with the hospitality industry. Founded by Isadore Sharp in 1960, this company offers luxury accommodations to guests in more than 20 countries. In fact they have not only one, but two hotels in New York City! Which company, whose name may remind you of a famous set of violin concerti by Italian composer Antonio Vivaldi, operates the hotels located steps away from Central Park and in Lower Manhattan? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. In Manhattan, you will find an hotel brand that started in London in 1865, and has since expanded to locations like Boston, Pasadena, and Melbourne. Which of these hotels, located right on Fifth Avenue, offers Michelin-star restaurants and has Alex Katz paintings in some of the guestrooms? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. Major hotel chains certainly have made their presence known in the Big Apple, but boutique hotels are also very common. One of these hotels is unique in that it offers floors and rooms that conform to the Dewey Decimal System. Which of these hotels is operated by the company also responsible for New York's Hotel Elysee, Hotel Giraffe, and Casablanca Hotel? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. This luxurious hotel is located right across the Museum of Modern Art and offers a French-inspired stay made complete by French-inspired dining, spa treatments, and of course, stunning decor made by a famous French crystal company that gave the hotel its name. Which of these options, which can also be used to name a French commune or a card game, is the correct choice for the New York hotel described here? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. A five-star hotel in Manhattan bears the first name of Mr. Hilton, a renowned hotelier that founded one of the most famous brands in hospitality. Which of these hotels, which you can also find in places like Chicago, Beijing, and London, offers suites with a view to the Hudson River? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. The Carlyle is an iconic hotel in New York City, centrally located on the Upper East Side, and partly known for hosting many U.S. presidents (notably John F. Kennedy) throughout its history. Which hotel company bought The Carlyle in 2001, leading to the hotel being known as The Carlyle, A ____________ Hotel? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. The New York EDITION hotel, originally a building made for the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company, is an upscale, lavish, and elegant establishment that offers spectacular city views, an amazing location on Madison Avenue, and a Michelin-star restaurant under the supervision of Chef Jason Atherton. Which renowned hotel company, which bought Starwood and all of its hotels in 2016, also has the EDITION as part of its large group of hotels? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. The Mandarin Oriental in New York is a modern, luxurious hotel located right in the heart of Manhattan. Offering amenities like a pool with a view of the Hudson River, the Mandarin takes full advantage of its location inside a famous building complex in the City that is also home to CNN and the restaurant Per Se. In which of the following places would you find a building that has several of its floors occupied by the Mandarin Oriental? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. This brand has two hotels in New York City: one located in Midtown Manhattan (near Times Square), and the other near the Grand Central station. Which of these brands, which may remind you of a cardinal point, was created by Severt W. Thurston and Frank Dupar and operates the two aforementioned New York hotels? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. The Upper East Side of New York is home to many luxurious and world-class hotels. Which of these English counties is also the name of a New York City hotel built in 1926 that offers a spectacular Private Roof Garden, as well as dining and drinking offerings like Café Boulud and Bar Pleiades? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. The name of this hotel is almost synonymous with the hospitality industry. Founded by Isadore Sharp in 1960, this company offers luxury accommodations to guests in more than 20 countries. In fact they have not only one, but two hotels in New York City! Which company, whose name may remind you of a famous set of violin concerti by Italian composer Antonio Vivaldi, operates the hotels located steps away from Central Park and in Lower Manhattan?

Answer: Four Seasons

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts was founded in Canada by Isadore Sharp in 1960. Sharp worked as an architect for his father, and designing a hotel made him interested in designing his own. As the company grew, it became the standard of excellent service, inspired by Sharp's philosophy that is encompassed in what he calls "the Golden Rule": if you treat people well and how you would like to be treated, they will do the same. Four Seasons, which was bought in 2007 by holding companies belonging to Bill Gates and Saudi Arabian Prince Al-Waleed bin Talal, is one of the leading hotel and hospitality companies in the world. They have locations in many countries, including Switzerland, France, Mexico, and the U.S.

New York City has not one, but two luxurious Four Seasons hotels. One is on 57th Street, very close to attractions like Central Park and Madison Avenue, and was designed by architect IM Pei. The other one is in Downtown New York, close to the World Trade Center and designed by architect Robert A.M. Stern. A stay in either of these hotels would cost you at least $1000!
2. In Manhattan, you will find an hotel brand that started in London in 1865, and has since expanded to locations like Boston, Pasadena, and Melbourne. Which of these hotels, located right on Fifth Avenue, offers Michelin-star restaurants and has Alex Katz paintings in some of the guestrooms?

Answer: The Langham

Langham Hospitality Group began in 1865 when the Langham London opened as what the owners claimed was the largest building in the English city in terms of physical size. The history of the brand took a sharp turn when it was acquired by Hong Kong real estate company Great Eagle Holdings. Since then, Langham has opened locations in Boston, New York, and Pasadena. They also operate the Cordis hotels in Hong Kong and Auckland, New Zealand (both of which previously had the Langham name), as well as the Chelsea Hotel in Toronto, Canada.

The Langham New York, Fifth Avenue, is a luxury hotel that offers spectacular views of New York City and is a short distance away from landmarks like the Empire State Building. A wide variety of rooms are available for guests to select, including the luxurious Roche Bobois Presidential Suite, only available by calling the hotel. A stay for a single night may cost from $600 to over $4000!
3. Major hotel chains certainly have made their presence known in the Big Apple, but boutique hotels are also very common. One of these hotels is unique in that it offers floors and rooms that conform to the Dewey Decimal System. Which of these hotels is operated by the company also responsible for New York's Hotel Elysee, Hotel Giraffe, and Casablanca Hotel?

Answer: Library Hotel

The Library Hotel Collection was created by Henry Kallan, who began working in The Gotham Hotel as a busboy, then became the general manager there, and then innovated and created his own boutique hotel concept: the Library Hotel. Stays at these hotels, which can range from $200-$300 depending on which hotel you choose and the season, are one-of-a-kind experiences for guests who enjoy books and being surrounded by them. According to the hotel's website, the Library Hotel offers daily wine and cheese receptions, "rich wood furnishings", and access to a large library of both physical books and electronic books. The floors are separated in accordance to the Dewey Decimal System (the classification system that has been adopted by many libraries around the world as a preferred method to organize books by subject), so for instance, you could find an entire floor dedicated to Social Sciences, and each room would be a different subject (such as Communication).

In addition to its four hotels in New York City, Library Hotel Collection has also opened inns in Prague, Budapest, and Toronto.
4. This luxurious hotel is located right across the Museum of Modern Art and offers a French-inspired stay made complete by French-inspired dining, spa treatments, and of course, stunning decor made by a famous French crystal company that gave the hotel its name. Which of these options, which can also be used to name a French commune or a card game, is the correct choice for the New York hotel described here?

Answer: Baccarat

Baccarat has a long history beginning in 1764, when French King Louis XV authorized the creation of a glass manufacturer in the commune of the same name. Over the next century, the company received commissions from monarchs around the world, and so it evolved into one of the finest crystal-making companies in Europe and the world.

After being purchased by Starwood Capital Group (not to be confused with Starwood Hotels and Resorts), the company decided to expand the brand into a high-class hotel that now features chandeliers and other glassware made by the company. According to its website, the Baccarat Hotel offers a unique Parisian experience every step of the way.
5. A five-star hotel in Manhattan bears the first name of Mr. Hilton, a renowned hotelier that founded one of the most famous brands in hospitality. Which of these hotels, which you can also find in places like Chicago, Beijing, and London, offers suites with a view to the Hudson River?

Answer: Conrad

Conrad Hilton opened the first hotel to have his name on it in 1925 in Dallas, Texas. After building several other hotels in Texas, Hilton Hotels Corporation was born in 1946, starting what would become one of the most powerful companies in the hotel industry. Hilton bought Chicago's Stevens Hotel, now known simply as the Hilton Chicago, in 1945 and renamed it after himself.

The Conrad Hotels brand, however, did not exist until 1985, when Barron Hilton (son of Conrad) created it. The Conrad in New York City, which was an Embassy Suites hotel before, offers a luxurious experience that includes suites designed by award-winning designer Jill Greaves, and hand-made cocktails in their ATRIO bar. Reservations can cost from $300 up to over $1200!
6. The Carlyle is an iconic hotel in New York City, centrally located on the Upper East Side, and partly known for hosting many U.S. presidents (notably John F. Kennedy) throughout its history. Which hotel company bought The Carlyle in 2001, leading to the hotel being known as The Carlyle, A ____________ Hotel?

Answer: Rosewood

The Carlyle opened in the early 1930's, but it had a hard time being successful because of the timing (the Great Depression had just started then). The hotel, however, became a landmark of New York City, hosting President Truman and then President Kennedy, who was repeatedly visited at the hotel by Marilyn Monroe.

The hotel was acquired in early 2001 by Maritz, Wolff & Company, owners of the Rosewood company that already had a reputation for running luxury hotels. The hotel is at walking distance of many New York landmarks, such as museums and skyscrapers. Room rates can start at around $900, and can go all the way up to $20,000! Their most expensive room, the Empire Suite, has a dining room and four bathrooms!
7. The New York EDITION hotel, originally a building made for the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company, is an upscale, lavish, and elegant establishment that offers spectacular city views, an amazing location on Madison Avenue, and a Michelin-star restaurant under the supervision of Chef Jason Atherton. Which renowned hotel company, which bought Starwood and all of its hotels in 2016, also has the EDITION as part of its large group of hotels?

Answer: Marriott

Marriott International began in 1927 as a root beer stand, and it has come a long way since then! John Willard Marriott soon expanded into the restaurant business, and in 1957, the first Marriott hotel opened in Arlington, Virginia. Though Marriott Corporation officially started in 1967, today's brand was a product of the split in 1993 that gave birth to both Marriott International and the Host Marriott Corporation, now known as Host Hotels & Resorts. Marriott International has greatly expanded their portfolio since then, branching into brands that cater to all sorts of different markets, like the luxury JW Marriott and the Ritz-Carlton, or the more affordable but convenient Courtyard by Marriott or Aloft. Marriott further expanded its impact on the hospitality industry when it announced in 2016 that it would buy Starwood.

The EDITION in New York City belongs to the Ritz-Carlton brand, owned by Marriott. Prices can range from $300 to $1200. In 2018, it was announced that another EDITION hotel would open in New York, on Times Square.
8. The Mandarin Oriental in New York is a modern, luxurious hotel located right in the heart of Manhattan. Offering amenities like a pool with a view of the Hudson River, the Mandarin takes full advantage of its location inside a famous building complex in the City that is also home to CNN and the restaurant Per Se. In which of the following places would you find a building that has several of its floors occupied by the Mandarin Oriental?

Answer: Columbus Circle

The Time Warner Center was completed and opened in 2003 and was designed by architects David Childs and Mustafa Kemal Abadan. Inside the building, visitors can find restaurants like Per Se and Porter House, studios for the news network CNN, and The Shops at Columbus Circle, a shopping mall with many different stores and places of entertainment. The building is located on Columbus Circle, a Manhattan intersection named after Christopher Columbus, of whom a statue can be seen in the center of the plaza.

The Time Warner Center is also home to the Mandarin Oriental, New York, a hotel with over 240 rooms and amenities like upscale restaurants, artistic spaces, and a relaxing spa. Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is a company headquartered in Hong Kong that was founded in 1963. The company has luxury hotels all around the world, including China, England, Germany, France, and Japan.
9. This brand has two hotels in New York City: one located in Midtown Manhattan (near Times Square), and the other near the Grand Central station. Which of these brands, which may remind you of a cardinal point, was created by Severt W. Thurston and Frank Dupar and operates the two aforementioned New York hotels?

Answer: Westin

Westin was originally called Western Hotels and then Western International Hotels, before switching in 1981 by combining the words "Western" and International". At one point, the business was controlled by the same company that owned United Airlines, and after briefly being owned by a Japanese company, it was sold to Starwood Capital in 1994. With Marriott's acquisition of Starwood in late 2016, Westin became yet another Marriott-owned brand. Westin has several iconic hotels in multiple vibrant cities, including the Westin St. Francis in San Francisco and the Westin Singapore.

The two hotels in New York, Westin New York Grand Central and Westin New York at Times Square, offer similar services (such as Westin's signature "Heavenly" bedding), but the latter has more expensive rates, partly because of its unparalleled location.
10. The Upper East Side of New York is home to many luxurious and world-class hotels. Which of these English counties is also the name of a New York City hotel built in 1926 that offers a spectacular Private Roof Garden, as well as dining and drinking offerings like Café Boulud and Bar Pleiades?

Answer: The Surrey

The Surrey claims in its website to have hosted world-renowned celebrities like President John F. Kennedy and actress Bette Davis in its early history, as well as having the coveted Relais & Chateaux boutique hotel distinction (R&C is a group of luxury hotels and restaurants). The Surrey offers a boutique hotel experience that has an intimate feel. The Private Roof Garden, for instance, offers one-of-a-kind views of Central Park and the New York skyline. Prices can range from $330 up to the $16,000 Presidential Suite, which is furnished with several televisions, a kitchen, and even a piano!

Surrey is also the name of a county in southern England, the birthplace of great musicians like Jimmy Page and Eric Clapton.
Source: Author Lpez

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