This Manhattan hotel attracts a smart, youthful clientele that enjoys the ambience of the residential Upper West Side neighborhood and the many nearby restaurants, access to a nearby fitness club, and easy connections to Midtown Manhattan. A special feature of this New York City hotel is the balcony located on the 16th floor, where guests get panoramic views of the surroundings, where Adirondack chairs and special patio- scaping provide an exclusive retreat above the bustle of the city. The hotel also features concierge services, same-day dry-cleaning service, 24-hour room service from a nearby diner, and a pianist who performs nightly in the lobby.

Guestrooms are appointed with ultra- contemporary décor accented by rich woods and framed prints. Upscale amenities include down duvets, 310-count Egyptian cotton bed linens, Italian frette robes, CD players, complementary CDs, high-speed Internet access, Belgian chocolates and homemade cookies, coffeemakers and complimentary Godiva coffee. The Italian black marble bathrooms are supplied with the hotel's own line of upscale bath amenities. And let's not forget the Belgian chocolates and homemade cookies.

An authentic neighborhood hotel, On the Ave places budget-conscious travelers close to to all things Manhattan, including famous restaurants with to-die-for cuisines.