We stayed at the Blakely for a week in late June. We loved it! There were four of us in the room, but it was organized so well that it didn't feel crowded. We asked for extra hangers and were given 12! We asked for extra towels and got 8! We ate breakfast every day and most dinners in the room. The housekeeper gave us 4 fresh sets of dishes and cutlery every day when she made up the room. There is a Whole Foods in the Time-Warner Center and an up$cale grocery called Klein's around the corner. The bathroom was a good size, well lit, with a lighted makeup mirror. The tub was very deep for soaking those tired legs and feet. The lobby is tiny, and there is no gift shop, ice machine or pop machines. This hardly matters, as there are small takeouts and newstands right outside the door. The location could not be better - two blocks to the Park, a few more to the Time-Warner Center, and east side shops nearby. The subway is at the end of the block. There is a Hertz location right next door. The staff was very helpful and pleasant. The rooms were very well soundproofed. We had neighbors on both sides and never heard them. New York cannot be soundproofed, but we ran the fan setting on the a/c all night and that helped. This hotel is a wonderful New York secret!

Stayed at the Blakely for a weekend visit to NYC in early July. We shared 2 rooms - one suite with 2 queen beds and one deluxe room, also with 2 queen beds. The rooms were connecting and we found them both to be extremely comfortable. The beds and linens were wonderful. The bathrooms were a little cramped, but nicely decorated and clean. I would stay here again, as would each of my 4 travelling companions. The service was great - very helpful, not intrusive.

We just returned from very enjoyable stay at the Blakley New York.
It is hard to find, as it is half way between 6th and 7th Aves
on 55th St. Great location - a few blocks to Times Square - a few blocks to Central Park - half block to Subway entrance.

Its lobby is nice but small. Our room was large and very nicely
appointed. King bed with sitting area and desk, separate wet bar with
mini-refrigerator. Extra large bathroom with oversized jet tub.
Housekeeping was very helpful with extra towels etc.

Lobby has complementary Internet access and extra umbrellas
for your personal use, which came in handy one evening.

The only negative is there is not a TV in the bar.
We would definitely return.

We ended up at the Blakely by default, as we'd booked the Wellington Hotel (opposite) on Expedia to find on check-in that some clients had not checked out and our room was not available.

The Blakely though proved infinitely superior, in fact it was a shame to leave.

The rooms were 'sooo' comfortable and spacious (which is a novelty for NYC) with a marble bathroom. Tea and coffee provided along with a microwave.

Would strongly recommend this hotel if not above your budget.

The hotel restaurant is a classy italian one, which offers a great theatre menu if you want something great to eat (and maybe a bit special)