"At first glance, it's easy to assume that Kixby's best feature is its location, just one block north of the Empire State Building. But once you look closer, you'll find an understated yet elegant hotel—one that, despite opening its doors in 2020, already holds a flame to its more storied Midtown counterparts. The 195 rooms feature the hotel's signature “Kixby Blue” (almost periwinkle) walls and marble bathrooms. All guests can take advantage of the Lot 15 Bar, helmed by renowned mixologist Cameron Shaw, the Lookup rooftop bar (don't worry, there are Empire views), and the hotel's own outpost of Black Tap, home of those decked-out milkshakes. You'll be surprised how intimate and sincere your stay is—especially considering the hustle of tourists and Macy's-goers passing by the doors."