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The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection, New York, New York

The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection, New York, New York

The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection, New York, New York

The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection, New York, New York

The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection, New York, New York

The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection, New York, New York

The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection, New York, New York

The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection, New York, New York

The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection, New York, New York

The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection, New York, New York

The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection, New York, New York

The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection, New York, New York

The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection, New York, New York

The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection, New York, New York

The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection, New York, New York

The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection, New York, New York

The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection, New York, New York

The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection, New York, New York

The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection, New York, New York

The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection, New York, New York

The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection, New York, New York

Blue Bar The Blue Bar opened in 1933 following the demise of Prohibition and has since become a New York City mainstay. In addition to after-theatre drinks, guests can also enjoy an array of American dishes with a modern twist while admiring artwork by Al Hirschfeld, an Algonquin regular.

Avocado Benedict In Blue Bar In addition to after-theatre drinks, guests can also enjoy an array of American dishes with a modern twist for breakfast, lunch, and dinner while admiring artwork by Al Hirschfeld, an Algonquin regular.

Writer's Block Cocktails As a tribute to The Algonquin Hotel's status as a Literary Landmark, Blue Bar shakes up a variety of writing-inspired cocktails, including the Writer's Block, which is made with tequila, aloe liqueur, and cucumber.

The Algonquin Cocktail Although its official beginning is a mystery, the Algonquin cocktail first hit the national stage in 1937 as part of a story in Esquire magazine, which was penned by Murdock Pemberton, an art critic and member of the famed “Vicious Circle.”

Salads Served At Blue Bar

Sweet Soy & Pepper Wings At Blue Bar In addition to after-theatre drinks, guests dining at Blue Bar can also enjoy an array of American dishes with a modern twist while admiring artwork by Al Hirschfeld, an Algonquin regular.

Mixed Berry Acai Bowl At Blue Bar In addition to after-theatre drinks, guests can also enjoy an array of American dishes with a modern twist for breakfast, lunch, and dinner while admiring artwork by Al Hirschfeld, an Algonquin regular.

Painting Of The "Vicious Circle" In The Round Table Restaurant Literary luminaries like Dorothy Parker and George S. Kaufman once served up witticisms and colorful commentary every day over lunch as part of their famous Algonquin Round Table gatherings. Their legacy lives on at The Algonquin’s Round Table Restaurant, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Today, guests can dine near a painting created in their honor on American cuisine with a fresh perspective.

Blue Bar Seating Area The Blue Bar opened in 1933 following the demise of Prohibition and has since become a New York City mainstay. In addition to after-theatre drinks, guests can also enjoy an array of American dishes with a modern twist while admiring artwork by Al Hirschfeld, an Algonquin regular.

Lobby Lounge Resplendent in jewel tones and Edwardian accents, The Lobby Lounge in The Algonquin Hotel’s restored lobby fuses historical charm and modern sensibilities to stunning effect.

Lobby Lounge Intimate seating in the Lobby Lounge offers a comfortable place to enjoy some casual conversation, a light bite to eat, and a perfectly mixed cocktail following a day filled with business meetings or big-city adventures.

Hamlet's Corner A pet cat has called The Algonquin Hotel’s lobby home ever since 1923. The lobby’s bookshelves have holes cut out for the feline to prowl through, offering the perfect place to perch when the cat is not busy welcoming guests.

Hamlet's Corner In Hotel Lobby A pet cat has called The Algonquin Hotel’s lobby home ever since 1923. The lobby’s bookshelves have holes cut out for the feline to prowl through, offering the perfect place to perch when the cat is not busy welcoming guests.

Hamlet, The Algonquin Hotel's Resident Cat A pet cat has called The Algonquin Hotel’s lobby home ever since 1923. Male cats are named “Hamlet,” while females are named “Matilda.” Although no one is certain where the name Matilda originated, Hamlet was actually the suggestion of actor John Barrymore, who lived at The Algonquin Hotel while performing the titular role on Broadway.

Writer's Desk Ever since the Vicious Circle—a group of writers like Dorothy Parker and George S. Kaufman, known for their sharp tongues and cutting wit—had their first Round Table lunch in 1919, The Algonquin Hotel has been a favorite of novelists, journalists, playwrights, poets, and critics. Today, The Algonquin Hotel, Times Square, Autograph Collection is a National Literary Landmark and a must-visit destination for aspiring writers and book lovers alike.

Hotel Entrance A favorite haunt of literati and influential creatives for decades, The Algonquin Hotel is as much a Big Apple icon as the soaring skyscrapers and other must-see sights that rest just a short stroll or subway ride away, making it an ideal stay for everyone from book lovers to first-time visitors.

Exterior View Nestled in Midtown Manhattan, The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection sits in the heart of the best that New York City has to offer, at the crossroads of cultural and literary history.

Lobby Entrance Walk in the footsteps of some of The Algonquin Hotel’s most famous guests. Along with American literati, this Times Square hotel has seen many a musician, composer, actor, and actress stop by for a drink or a stay.

James Baldwin Outside The Algonquin Hotel Designated a National Literary Landmark in 1996, the hotel has been a favorite haunt of literati and influential creatives since first opening its doors in 1902.

Exterior Aerial View Debuting as “The Algonquin Hotel” in 1902, the business quickly became one of the most popular social gathering spots in all of Manhattan.

Exterior Street View Given the hotel’s proximity to many theaters and concert halls, The Algonquin Hotel became an attractive destination for writers, actors, and critics.

Exterior Street View The New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission designated The Algonquin Hotel as a New York City Landmark in 1987. The agency specifically cited the building’s wonderfully preserved architectural and fascinating institutional history as the main reasons behind its decision.

Helen Hayes Room Named for frequent Algonquin guest Helen Hayes, this executive boardroom pays tribute to the “First Lady of American Theatre.” A creative dynamo, she was also the first person to win the Triple Crown of Acting and the second person to achieve an EGOT (an Emmy, a Grammy, an Oscar, and a Tony Award).

The Library Appointed with Round Table first editions, signed collectibles, vintage magazines, and more, the Library has been used as a dressing room for Broadway stars during premieres and opening nights.

Banquet Setup In The Oak Room First a supper club and, later, a cabaret that helped launch the careers of artists like Harry Connick Jr. And Diana Krall, the handsome, wood-paneled walls of the Oak Room certainly have more than a few stories to tell. Today, instead of renowned musical acts, this famous space offers a distinctive setting for formal dinners and other events.

U-Shape Setup In The Oak Room First a supper club and, later, a cabaret that helped launch the careers of artists like Harry Connick Jr. And Diana Krall, the handsome, wood-paneled walls of the Oak Room certainly have more than a few stories to tell. Today, instead of renowned musical acts, this famous space offers a distinctive setting for formal dinners and other events.