HDTV In All Westin New York Times Square Rooms
NEW YORK, NY, June 5, 2007. The Westin New York at Times Square is continuing to stay ahead of the technological curve by bringing high-definition television (HDTV) capabilities to every guestroom, the largest Big Apple hotel to offer this service. HDTV is just one of the many technology upgrades that benefit business and leisure travelers alike, joining a roster of other tech-friendly amenities including wireless Internet access, iPod docking stations and iMac computers in select room categories, and "Playlist Concierges".
All traditional, deluxe and club guestrooms boast 32" LCD HD "Truly Flat" televisions with razor-sharp images, high resolution, bright picture, and a generous viewing angle, perfect for the weary traveler who's spent a long day sightseeing or in meetings. In addition, travelers will not have to leave their bed to check email, as the entire property will be equipped with wireless Internet access by the end of 2007.
Road warriors can also listen to their personal soundtrack while unwinding after a day of traveling or gearing up for meetings in superior and deluxe rooms that include Apple iHome H5 units, an AM/FM radio that fits all iPod models. Spa Inspired guestrooms, Executive Club rooms and Junior Suites are equipped with remote-controlled Apple iPod docking stations for the Bose Wave Radio. The award-winning hotel has appointed several "Playlist Concierges" to help visitors find the perfect tunes to suit their mood while on the road. These digital DJs have put together a variety of soundtrack lists, which are available upon request at the concierge desk, including song title and artist to make it easy to download.
Whether finishing a last-minute proposal or surfing the net, guests in the Executive Club rooms can leave their laptop at home as all 124 rooms feature 17" Apple iMac G5 computers with wireless mouse and keyboard. Fully loaded, the computer features a slot-loading SuperDrive that reads and writes both CDs and DVDs at up to eight times the average speed.
For reservations, call 1-888-627-7149. For information on The Westin New York at Times Square, visit the award-winning web site, www.westinny.com.