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Where to Stay in New York for Thanksgiving: Near the Parade Without Being Stuck Behind It — Where to stay in New York for Thanksgiving: how the parade route and street closures shape your choice, why a kitchen matters, and which blocks stay walkable.
Upper East Side vs Hell's Kitchen: Which One Should You Actually Stay In? — Upper East Side vs Hell's Kitchen for where to stay in New York: theatre nights and late food on the west side, quiet blocks, Central Park and museums on the east.
Where to Stay in New York in the Fall: Which Weeks Are Busy, and Which Blocks We'd Pick — Where to stay in New York in the fall, week by week: what late September through mid-November actually looks like, which weeks book out first, and which neighborhoods stay quiet.
How Long Do You Need at the Met? Three Honest Plans: 90 Minutes, Three Hours, All Day — How much time do you need at the Metropolitan Museum of Art? Three hours is the sweet spot. Here are routes for 90 minutes, three hours and a full day, plus how to walk there from the East 60s.
Manhattan or Brooklyn: Where Should You Actually Stay in New York? — Manhattan or Brooklyn for your New York stay? A straight comparison of commute times, cost, noise and nightlife, written from East 62nd Street on the Upper East Side.
Where to Stay in New York for Christmas: Close to the Lights, Far Enough From the Crowd — Where to stay in New York City for Christmas: which neighborhoods put you near the Fifth Avenue windows and the tree without sleeping inside the December crowds.
Where to Stay in New York for Business Travel: Pick Your Base Off the Commute, Not the Brochure — Where to stay in New York City for business travel: how to choose a base around your meetings, realistic subway times to Midtown and FiDi, and what matters on longer trips.
Upper East Side vs Chelsea: Which One Should You Actually Stay In? — Upper East Side vs Chelsea for your New York stay: an honest read on subway lines, walk times, noise at night, food, and who each neighborhood really suits.
How Far in Advance Should You Book a Hotel in New York City? — How far in advance to book a hotel in New York City, season by season, plus the one date that actually matters once you've booked: your cancellation deadline.
Apartment-Style Hotels in NYC: What They Actually Are, and What to Check Before You Book — Apartment-style hotels in NYC give you a kitchen, your own front door and more than one room, booked by the night. Here's how they differ and what to check.
Where to Stay in New York for a Month: What Actually Matters After Week One — Where to stay in New York City for a month: the neighborhoods that hold up over 30 nights, what to check before booking, and why a kitchen changes the trip.
Upper East Side vs Williamsburg: Which One Should You Actually Stay In? — Upper East Side vs Williamsburg for a New York stay: commute times, what each night looks like, cost of the trade, and who should pick which. An honest read.
How to Get to DUMBO From the Upper East Side: The F Train to York St, No Transfer — Take the F from Lexington Av/63 St straight to York St, about 30 minutes and no transfer. Here's the DUMBO route from the Upper East Side, plus the bridge walk.
What's the Closest Subway to Sutton Place? Lexington Av/59 St, About a 12-Minute Walk — The closest subway to Sutton Place is Lexington Av/59 St (4, 5, 6, N, R, W), roughly a 12-minute walk west. Here are the other stations, the buses, and the tram.
Where to Stay Near Central Park: The Four Sides, and What Each One Actually Gives You — Where to stay near Central Park in New York: how the east, west, south and north sides differ on price, noise, transit and what's inside the park gates.
Upper East Side vs SoHo: Which One Should You Actually Stay In? — Upper East Side vs SoHo for where to stay in New York: what each neighborhood is like at 8am and 11pm, transit, prices, noise, and who should pick which.
Where Is Turtle Bay in Manhattan? East 43rd to East 53rd, Lexington Avenue to the River — Where is Turtle Bay, Manhattan? Roughly East 43rd to East 53rd Street, from Lexington Avenue east to the East River. The boundaries, the landmarks, and the name.
Getting to Broadway From the Upper East Side: The Q to 57 St-7 Av, One Stop — How to get to the Broadway theater district from the Upper East Side: the Q from Lexington Av/63rd St to 57 St-7 Av, one stop, plus bus, taxi and walking times.
Where to Stay in New York With Kids: What Actually Makes a Family Trip Easier — Where to stay in New York City with kids: which neighborhoods work, why space beats amenities, and how a family trip runs from a quiet Upper East Side block.
Where to Stay in New York on Your First Trip: A Straight Read on Each Neighborhood — Where to stay in New York City for first time visitors: an honest neighborhood-by-neighborhood breakdown, what each one trades away, and how to pick in five minutes.
How Many Days Do You Need in New York? Our Honest Answer After Hosting a Lot of First Trips — How many days do you need in New York City? Four full days is the sweet spot. Here's what fits in two, three, four, and seven days, from an East 62nd Street host.
Where Is Sutton Place in Manhattan? East 53rd to 59th, Between First Avenue and the River — Sutton Place sits between First Avenue and the East River, roughly East 53rd to 59th Street. Here's where it is, what's there, and how to walk to it.
One Week in New York, Based on the Upper East Side: Seven Days We'd Actually Do — A one week New York itinerary from an Upper East Side apartment: seven days of walks, museums, the tram, downtown and one day off, with real walk times.
Where to Stay in New York If You Want It Quiet: The Blocks We'd Pick — The quietest neighborhoods to stay in New York City, block by block: Sutton Place, the East 60s side streets, Turtle Bay, Carnegie Hill and Yorkville.
Two Hotel Rooms or One Two-Bedroom Apartment? What a Family Actually Gets in New York — Two hotel rooms or a two-bedroom apartment in New York for a family? A straight side-by-side on doors, kitchens, bathrooms, bedtime and what changes.
Open House New York Weekend 2026: The Dates, the Ticket Drop, and How to Plan It From the East Side — Open House New York Weekend 2026 runs October 16-18. Here's the lineup reveal and ticket dates, how to plan a realistic day, and how it works from East 62nd Street.
UNGA Week 2026 on the East Side: The Dates, the Street Closures, and How We Get Around It — UN General Assembly week 2026 runs Sept 22-28. Here's what closes on the East Side, which streets to avoid, and how to get around from East 62nd Street.
Halloween in Central Park: The Pumpkin Flotilla at Harlem Meer, and How to Do It From the East 60s — The Pumpkin Flotilla on Central Park's Harlem Meer is free, runs in late October, and takes a carved pumpkin. Here's how to get there from the Upper East Side.
The Upper East Side Gallery Walk: Madison Avenue From 64th to 79th, and Who's Open When — A walkable route through Upper East Side art galleries on and around Madison Avenue, from Gagosian at 980 Madison to Skarstedt on East 79th. Free, and no ticket needed.
Where to Get Sushi on the Upper East Side, Walking North From East 62nd Street — The best sushi on the Upper East Side, from a late counter on First Avenue to omakase on East 78th, with walk times from East 62nd Street and what each one costs.
Staying Near Memorial Sloan Kettering and Weill Cornell: The Walk From East 62nd Street — Where to stay near Memorial Sloan Kettering and Weill Cornell on the Upper East Side: a 15-minute walk from East 62nd Street, in an apartment with a kitchen.
Where to Get a Drink on the Upper East Side, From East 62nd Street — Bars and wine bars on the Upper East Side, walked from East 62nd Street: Bemelmans, the Second Avenue pubs, and where to go when you want to hear each other.
Where to Eat in Turtle Bay, the Quiet Half of Midtown East — The best restaurants in Turtle Bay and Midtown East, walked south from East 62nd Street: taverns on Second Avenue, steak on Third, and where to eat near the UN.
Where We Actually Go for Brunch on the Upper East Side — The best brunch on the Upper East Side, ranked by walk time from East 62nd Street: our own block, Third Avenue, Madison, and the long walk up Second.
Upper East Side vs Greenwich Village: Which One Should You Actually Stay In? — Upper East Side vs Greenwich Village for a New York stay: quiet blocks, park access and space versus nightlife and restaurant density. An honest side-by-side.
Where to Watch the 100th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in 2026 (From the East Side, Walking Across the Park) — The 100th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is Thursday, November 26, 2026. Where to stand, when to get there, the Wednesday balloon inflation, and how to walk over.
How to Get to Yankee Stadium From the Upper East Side: The 4 Train From 59 St-Lexington Av — The 4 train from 59 St-Lexington Av runs straight to 161 St-Yankee Stadium in about 20 minutes. Here's the walk from East 62nd Street, plus the Metro-North option.
Can You Tour the United Nations? Yes, Weekdays 9 to 5, and It's a 20-Minute Walk From Us — United Nations headquarters tour hours, tickets, and the entrance at 46th Street and First Avenue, plus the walk down from East 62nd Street and the fall closure.
Getting to the US Open From the Upper East Side: The 7 Train, the LIRR, and When to Leave — How to get to the US Open from Manhattan's Upper East Side: the 6 to Grand Central then the 7 to Mets-Willets Point, the faster LIRR option, and when to leave.
Watching the 2026 NYC Marathon on First Avenue, Half a Block From Our Door — Where to watch the NYC Marathon on First Avenue on the Upper East Side: the best blocks in the East 60s, what time runners come through, and how to get around.
Coming to the Upper East Side With a Dog: Where We Walk, and How It Works Here — Dog friendly things to do on the Upper East Side: the walks we actually do from East 62nd Street, Central Park's east entrances, the river path, and our pet policy.
Is the Upper East Side Safe at Night? A Straight Answer From East 62nd Street — Is the Upper East Side safe at night? What the East 60s blocks are actually like after dark, which avenues stay busy, and how to get home late by subway, bus or cab.
Upper East Side vs Times Square: Where Should You Actually Stay in New York? — Upper East Side vs Times Square for where to stay in New York: how the two areas differ on noise, subway access, Broadway trips, food and space, from East 62nd Street.
The Quiet Pocket Parks Between East 42nd and East 86th (Where We Go to Sit Down) — Quiet pocket parks in Midtown East and the Upper East Side: Greenacre, Paley, Sutton Place and five more, with walk times from East 62nd Street and what each is for.
Is the Upper East Side a Good Place to Stay in New York? An Honest Answer From East 62nd Street — Is the Upper East Side a good place to stay in NYC? Yes, if you want quiet streets, Central Park in eight minutes and fast trains to Midtown. Here's the trade.
Upper East Side vs Upper West Side: Which Side of Central Park Should You Stay On? — Upper East Side vs Upper West Side: which side of Central Park to stay on in NYC, compared on quiet, subway lines, museums, food and airports. Honest take.
Three Days in New York, Based on the Upper East Side: The Route We'd Actually Walk — A 3-day New York itinerary run from the Upper East Side: Central Park and the Met on foot, downtown on the Q, then the Roosevelt Island Tram and the East River.
Grand Central Terminal: What's Actually Worth Seeing (and Where to Eat Inside It) — Things to do at Grand Central Terminal: the ceiling, the Whispering Gallery, the Oyster Bar and the market, plus how to get there from the Upper East Side.
Where to Shop Around East 62nd Street: Bloomingdale's, Madison Avenue, and the Blocks In Between — A walkable shopping guide to the Upper East Side from East 62nd Street: Bloomingdale's, Madison Avenue's flagships, Argosy's old books, and the everyday shops on Third.
Upper East Side vs Midtown East: Which Side of 59th Street Should You Stay On? — Upper East Side vs Midtown East for where to stay in New York: how the streets, subways, weekends, and food differ, and who should pick which. From East 62nd St.
A Quiet Day on the East Side, All on Foot From East 62nd Street — A walkable one-day plan from East 62nd Street: Central Park at 60th, the Roosevelt Island Tram, Sutton Place by the river, and Museum Mile. No subway needed.
A Day on the Upper East Side With Kids, Starting From East 62nd Street — A kid-friendly Upper East Side day plan from East 62nd Street: Central Park Zoo, the carousel, the Met, and the quiet blocks. Where to go and how far it all is.
One Day in Central Park, Walking In From the East 60s: A Route From South to North — A full day in Central Park, walked from the East 60s entrance up through Bethesda, the Reservoir, and the Conservatory Garden. Where to enter, and what order to do it in.
What to Do on the Upper East Side When It Rains, From East 62nd Street — A rainy day on the Upper East Side means the museums are a few blocks north, the shops run indoors, and your apartment has a kitchen. Here's how we'd spend it.
An Apartment Stay vs an Airbnb on the Upper East Side: What's Actually Different — Choosing between a short-term apartment and an Airbnb on the Upper East Side? Here's the honest difference in check-in, legality, cleaning, and who to text when something breaks.
Getting to Grand Central and Times Square From East 62nd Street: The F/Q at Lex/63rd, and the Fastest Transfers — The fastest way from the Upper East Side to Grand Central and Times Square: board the F or Q at Lexington Av/63rd St, one block from East 62nd Street. Times and transfers here.
Where to Run in Central Park From East 62nd Street: The Reservoir, the Loops, and How Long Each One Is — The best running routes in Central Park from the Upper East Side: the 1.58-mile Reservoir, the lower 1.7-mile loop, and the full 6-mile loop, with the closest entrance.
A Half-Day on Roosevelt Island, Starting With the Tram Two Blocks From Us — What to do on Roosevelt Island from the Upper East Side: ride the tram from 59th and Second, walk to Four Freedoms Park and the lighthouse, and where to eat.
Where to See Fall Color in Central Park, From the East 60s Side — Where to see the best fall foliage in Central Park, walking in from the Upper East Side. The spots, the timing (usually late October), and the quiet routes.
Museum Mile From East 62nd Street: The Ten-Minute Museums and the Ones Worth the Walk North — The best museums near the Upper East Side, ranked by walk from East 62nd Street. The Frick, the Met, the Guggenheim, and the small ones locals actually love.
The Closest Central Park Entrance From East 62nd Street: Fifth Avenue at 60th, About Eight Minutes — The closest Central Park entrance to East 62nd Street is the Fifth Avenue side at around 60th Street, an eight-minute walk west. Here's the route and what's just inside.
Sutton Place: The Calmest Corner of the East Side, and Why We Send Guests There — A local's guide to Sutton Place, Manhattan's quietest East River pocket: the parks, the bridge views, and where to walk, a few blocks south of East 62nd Street.
Turtle Bay, the Quiet Half of Midtown East: What to Do a Short Walk South of Us — A local's guide to Turtle Bay in Midtown East NYC: Greenacre Park, the UN, the East River, and where to eat, all a short walk south of East 62nd Street.
The Upper East Side in Fall: Where the Leaves Turn, and What to Do When It's Cold — A local's fall guide to the Upper East Side from East 62nd Street: where Central Park's leaves turn, the quiet walk in, and warm places to land when it gets cold.
48 Hours on the Upper East Side: A Two-Day Plan From East 62nd Street — A local's 48-hour Upper East Side itinerary from East 62nd Street: Central Park, the Roosevelt Island Tram, the Sutton Place river walk, and where to eat between.
What's the Closest Subway to The Sixty Two? The F and Q at Lexington Av/63rd St — The closest subway to The Sixty Two at 341 East 62nd Street is the F and Q at Lexington Av/63rd St, about a 5-minute walk. The 4/5/6 run under Lexington nearby too.
What's the Cancellation Policy at The Sixty Two? Full Refund Past 30 Days — The Sixty Two's cancellation policy on East 62nd Street: 100% refund if you cancel more than 30 days before check-in, non-refundable inside 30 days.
What Toiletries and Bathroom Amenities Do You Provide? (Grown Alchemist, Towels, No Robes) — Every apartment at The Sixty Two on East 62nd Street comes with Grown Alchemist shampoo, conditioner, and body wash plus fresh towels. No bathrobes. Here's the full rundown.
Booking Our Two-Bedroom, Two-Bath Apartment on East 62nd Street: Who It Fits and What's Inside — Our two-bed, two-bath apartment on East 62nd Street fits two couples or a small family, with a full kitchen, one tub, and Central Park an 8-minute walk. Here's the honest layout.
Are Pets Allowed at The Sixty Two? Yes, Here's the Policy — Yes, pets are welcome at The Sixty Two on East 62nd Street: up to two pets per reservation, $100 per pet. Here's the full policy and how the Central Park walk works.
Can I Switch to a Different Apartment During My Stay? — Yes, you can move to a different apartment type mid-stay at The Sixty Two on East 62nd Street, subject to availability. Here's how it works and the one fee to expect.
Which Rooms Have a Bathtub, and What We Stock in the Bathroom — Only some units at The Sixty Two on East 62nd Street have a bathtub: the 2 bed / 2 bath and one penthouse. Here's which bathroom has the tub, plus the toiletries we provide.
How Far Ahead Should You Book for Summer on East 62nd Street? — How far ahead to book a summer stay on East 62nd Street: late July and August fill first, whole-house and group dates go earliest, and cancellations are free up to 30 days out.
Apartment Stay vs a Regular Hotel Room on the Upper East Side: How Ours Is Different — Apartment stay vs a standard hotel room on the Upper East Side: kitchen, your own front door and door code, come-and-go access, and when a whole-place stay actually makes sense.
What's Free and Worth Going To in NYC in Early August, From East 62nd Street — Free NYC summer events in late July and early August 2026: SummerStage in Central Park and Lincoln Center's Summer for the City through Aug 8, from East 62nd Street.
The Quiet East River Walk From East 62nd Street: Sutton Place Park, the Esplanade, and the Tram — A short walk east from East 62nd Street gets you to Sutton Place Park, the East River, and the Roosevelt Island Tram. Here's the quiet-blocks route we send guests on.
The Roosevelt Island Tram Is a Two-Minute Walk From Us: Where to Board, Hours, and Fare — The Roosevelt Island Tram boards at East 60th Street and Second Avenue, about a two-minute walk from East 62nd Street. One MTA swipe ($2.90), a 4-minute ride.
What Time Should I Leave for the Airport From East 62nd Street? (JFK, LGA, Newark) — How long to allow from the Upper East Side to JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark on departure day, plus when to book your car so you make your flight from East 62nd Street.
What Room Types Does The Sixty Two Have? Studios Up to the Whole House — The Sixty Two on East 62nd Street is apartment-style: studios and one-bedrooms up to multi-bedroom suites and the whole house. Here's how to pick the right one.
Booking the Whole House Plus Suites for a Group of Eight on East 62nd Street — How to book the full house plus suites at The Sixty Two for a group of eight on East 62nd Street. Multiple units under one roof, one text, your own front doors.
What the Weather's Actually Like on the Upper East Side, and What to Pack by Season — NYC weather by season on the Upper East Side: real Central Park temperatures month by month, plus what to pack for a stay on East 62nd Street and when to expect humidity, rain, or snow.
How Housekeeping Works in an Apartment Stay at The Sixty Two — How cleaning and housekeeping work at The Sixty Two on East 62nd Street: this is your own apartment, not a daily-serviced hotel room. Here's what to expect and how to ask for a clean.
Booking a 3-Bedroom for Six on East 62nd Street: How a Group Stay Works Here — Planning a group trip for six to the Upper East Side? How to book a 3-bedroom apartment on East 62nd Street, what to know about sleeping six, and how check-in works.
Staying Ten Days or a Month on the Upper East Side: How Long Stays Work Here — How extended and monthly stays work at The Sixty Two on East 62nd Street: getting a real quote for 10+ nights, what's in the apartment, and how to settle in.
Where We Send Guests for Italian Near East 62nd Street (and Which Ones Take Walk-Ins) — The best Italian restaurants near East 62nd Street in Lenox Hill, with real addresses, hours, and which ones take walk-ins. Picked by your host on the block.
Where to Hear Live Music Near East 62nd Street This Summer (Starting With Free Shows in Central Park) — Concerts and live music a short walk from East 62nd Street: free SummerStage shows in Central Park, plus piano bars and music spots on the Upper East Side.
What's Actually Worth Seeing Within Walking Distance of East 62nd Street — Landmarks and museums within walking distance of East 62nd Street in Lenox Hill: the Roosevelt Island Tram, Mount Vernon Hotel Museum, the Frick, the Met, and Central Park.
Where to Buy Groceries Near East 62nd Street (You Have a Kitchen Here) — The closest grocery stores, 24-hour markets, and a pharmacy to East 62nd Street in Lenox Hill, with walk times, hours, and what we'd grab for the first night.
Coming to the Upper East Side With a Baby: Cribs, Gear, and the Quiet Blocks — Planning an Upper East Side stay with a baby near East 62nd Street? How to handle cribs and baby gear, plus the closest playgrounds and stroller-friendly walks.
Best Pizza Within Walking Distance of East 62nd Street, Ranked by How Often We Order It — Where to get good pizza near East 62nd Street in Lenox Hill: a slice spot, a Roman al taglio counter, and a sit-down pie, all a short walk from The Sixty Two.
Does The Sixty Two Have a Rooftop or Gym? The Honest Answer (and Where We Send You Instead) — No rooftop bar and no in-building gym at The Sixty Two on East 62nd Street. Here is how the apartment model works and the Lenox Hill gyms with day passes nearby.
How Check-In Works Here: Early Arrival, Your Door Code, and Switching Rooms — Check-in is after 4 PM, check-out by 11 AM. Here's how early check-in, your keyless door code, and changing rooms actually work at The Sixty Two on East 62nd Street.
Living on East 62nd Street: The Walk to Central Park and What's Actually Around Us — How far is The Sixty Two from Central Park, and what's worth walking to in Lenox Hill? A real guide to our block on East 62nd Street, from a host who lives here.
How to Get to The Sixty Two From JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark (and the Closest Subway) — Directions to 341 East 62nd Street in Lenox Hill from JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark, plus the closest subway lines. Real travel times, costs, and which to take.
Is Breakfast Included? No, But Here's Where We'd Send You for Coffee and Eggs — There's no included breakfast at The Sixty Two. Your apartment has a kitchen, and here's where to get coffee, eggs, and bagels within a few blocks of East 62nd Street.
The Best Bagels on the Upper East Side, From Someone Who Eats Them Weekly — The best bagels on the Upper East Side, from The Bagel Shop on 93rd to Tal Bagels on 1st Ave. Here's where to walk from 341 East 62nd St.