The Kitano is a luxury hotel in New York, designed as a relaxing oasis in the midst of the bustle of the Big Apple, where Western modernity meets Eastern traditions. Its 150 guest rooms and suites boast a modern design with Japanese and minimalist details and include one suite to live the traditional experience with tatami floor and a typical Japanese bath. Facilities include an artisanal chocolate shop, a restaurant serving American contemporary cuisine and offering jazz soirees and a kaiseki restaurant. This hotel in New York has a business center, conference facilities, transportation service, and personal concierge assistance. Registered guests have access to a nearby fitness center and room amenities include soundproof windows, a set of Japanese green tea, WiFi, and marble bathroom with tub and shower. Spaces are decorated with authentic works of art. The hotel offers an excellent location in the neighborhood of Murray Hill in Midtown, 4 blocks from the Grand Central Terminal. The Empire State building is 600 meters (0.3 mi) away and Times Square is 1 kilometer (1.2 mi) from the hotel. La Guardia International Airport (LGA) is 13 kilometers (8 mi) away and John F Kennedy (JFK) and Newark (EWR) airports are 28 kilometers (17 mi) from the property. ***The Kitano Hotel New York is the recipient of the Four Diamond rating by the AAA. Before your trip, please check directly with the national government the entry and stay requirements of the country you are visiting. Keep in mind that it is the responsibility of the traveler to meet the rules and regulations established by the destination country.