Personal Paradise: New York City

Taking a look at New York Citys top lodgings, from hidden gems to magnificent resorts, this is the third in our series of high-end hotel guides for vacationers looking for one-of-a-kind, phenomenal lodging experiences. Included are only distinctive, rave hotels, mostly but not exclusively in the high-end of the price range, and features our exclusive "Open Road LuxScore" ratings for each hotel.Author Jay Fenster, who grew up in the greater NYC area and returns frequently, explores the ins and outs of such luxurious haunts as the Mandarin Oriental, The Regency, Hotel Gansevoort, the Four Seasons and many other top-notch selections.Each entry will feature the following: Best Nearby Attractions: (local galleries, world class golf course, festival or cultural event); Best Room or Rooms (for view, unusual furnishings, anything else that makes the room so incredible); Best For (whom): (e.g. families, singles, honeymooners, adventure travelers); Best Dining (best dining room within the resort or best meals outside property if no restaurant on-site, signature dishes). Best Service Feature (this is key for people looking for luxury accommodations, and will be one of the main things distinguishing our series from any other routine guidebook description) Best Little Extras (will include specific anecdotal details whenever possible).