Honeymoon stays at Baccarat Hotel: what to expect and how to plan
Baccarat Hotel and Residences New York is a five-star Midtown Manhattan hotel across from MoMA that offers refined rooms and suites, on-site French dining at Grand Salon, Spa de La Mer treatments, and guest-only access to La Piscine. For a honeymoon, expect elegant service, spa-and-pool access with reservable cabanas, and easy walking access to major Midtown sights.
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At-a-glance for honeymooners
Baccarat Hotel and Residences New York sits at 28 West 53rd Street in Midtown Manhattan, directly across from MoMA and within a short walk of Rockefeller Center and Fifth Avenue.
The property offers refined rooms and suites, a full-service spa (Spa de La Mer), a heated indoor pool called La Piscine, a 24-hour fitness studio, and two signature dining venues (Grand Salon and The Bar).
- Address: 28 West 53rd Street, New York, NY 10019
- Spa: Spa de La Mer with four treatment rooms (including couples' suites); spa hours Mon–Thu 9am–8pm, Fri–Sun 9am–9pm
- Pool: La Piscine, a heated 55-foot indoor pool (guest-only) open daily from 7am–9pm; 90-minute pool cabanas are reservable
- Dining: Grand Salon (French cuisine; Mon–Sat 7am–11pm, Sun 7am–10pm) and The Bar (cocktails, wine; opens around 4pm)
| Amenity | Notes |
|---|---|
| Check-in / Check-out | Check-in from 4:00 PM; check-out by 12:00 PM (late check-out subject to availability) |
| Minimum age to check in | 21 years old |
| Wi‑Fi | Complimentary for guests |
Rooms and suites suited to a honeymoon
Rooms and suites have refined, residential-style design. Room types include Classic Room, Classic Suite, Grand Room (Harcourt), Room (Atelier), Suite (The Prestige Suite), and Suite, 1 Bedroom (Harcourt).
For more space or a higher level of privacy, consider The Prestige Suite or the Harcourt One-Bedroom Suite; both offer separate living areas that can make a longer honeymoon stay more comfortable.
- Classic Room — 1 King Bed
- Classic Suite — 1 King Bed
- Grand Room (Harcourt) — 1 King Bed or 2 Double Beds
- Suite (The Prestige Suite) — 1 King Bed
- Suite, 1 Bedroom (Harcourt) — 1 King Bed
- Room (Atelier) — 1 King Bed
| Good for | Which room |
|---|---|
| Short romantic stay, classic feel | Classic Room |
| Extra space for lounging or small celebrations | Classic Suite or Suite, 1 Bedroom (Harcourt) |
| Larger suite with distinct living area | Suite (The Prestige Suite) |
Dining and romantic meal options
Grand Salon serves French cuisine for breakfast, lunch, Afternoon Tea, and dinner beneath a large Baccarat chandelier. Reservations are accepted and recommended, particularly for non-hotel guests.
The Bar offers craft cocktails, wine, and an outdoor terrace overlooking MoMA; it opens in the late afternoon and enforces a smart dress standard in the evening.
- Grand Salon hours: Mon–Sat 7:00 am–11:00 pm; Sun 7:00 am–10:00 pm
- Afternoon Tea is available with advance reservations (reservations recommended up to 30 days ahead)
- The Bar accepts reservations for small parties and has a per-person minimum for reservations
| Venue | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Grand Salon | French menu, Champagne service, formal evening attire suggested after 4pm |
| The Bar | Cocktails, wine, 60-foot counter, outdoor terrace |
Spa, pool and wellness for two
Spa de La Mer is the hotel's full-service spa and the first dedicated La Mer spa in the U.S.; it uses La Mer treatments and includes four treatment rooms, including couples' treatment suites.
Every spa treatment includes access to La Piscine (the 55-foot heated indoor pool), the jacuzzi, and private pool cabanas; guests can reserve 90-minute cabanas by contacting the spa.
- Spa hours: Mon–Thu 9am–8pm; Fri–Sun 9am–9pm
- Minimum age for spa treatments and locker-room use: 18
- La Piscine hours: daily 7am–9pm; pool depth: marked at 4 feet 2 inches
- Pool cabanas: 90-minute reservations available via spadelamer@baccarathotels.com or the spa phone number
| Service | Included |
|---|---|
| Spa treatment | Access to La Piscine and one-hour cabana post-treatment |
| Pool use | Guest-only; no outside food/drink; no running or diving |
Location: Midtown highlights within walking distance
The hotel is directly across from the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) and is within a short walk of Rockefeller Center, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Fifth Avenue shopping, Radio City Music Hall, Central Park, and Times Square.
These attractions make it easy to plan museum visits, a carriage or park stroll, holiday/seasonal events at Rockefeller Center, and evening theatre in the Broadway/Times Square area.
- MoMA: about 1–2 minute walk (across the street)
- Rockefeller Center and Fifth Avenue: about a 5-minute walk
- Central Park and Times Square: about an 8-minute walk
| Attraction | Approximate walk time |
|---|---|
| Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) | 1–2 minutes |
| Rockefeller Center | About 5 minutes |
| Central Park | About 8 minutes |
Practical planning: reservations, check-in, and policies
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is 12:00 PM (noon). Early check-in and late check-out are offered subject to availability. The primary guest must be at least 21 years old to check into a room.
Breakfast is available for an additional surcharge and is not included with the room rate. The hotel does not charge a resort fee, and complimentary Wi‑Fi is provided to guests.
- Minimum check-in age: 21; photo ID and credit card required at check-in
- Breakfast: cooked-to-order options available for an additional surcharge
- Parking: valet parking for a fee; self-parking available nearby (fees apply)
- Pet policy: dogs and cats allowed with a one-time non-refundable pet fee (up to two pets, weight limits apply); service animals exempt
| Topic | What to do |
|---|---|
| Reservations | Book Grand Salon or The Bar in advance; reserve spa treatments and pool cabanas early |
| Arrival | Notify hotel of arrival time; bring photo ID and credit card |
| Incidental holds | The hotel may authorize a daily incidental hold on a card at check-in |
Requests and extras for honeymooners
The hotel can coordinate romance or proposal packages on request; contact the concierge or reservations team to arrange in-room amenities, champagne service, or special setup prior to arrival.
If you want privacy after a spa treatment, note that spa treatments include access to the pool and a one-hour cabana unwind period; ask the spa to book a couples' treatment room if you prefer a shared treatment.
- Contact concierge for romance or proposal packages and special requests
- Reserve Afternoon Tea or a table at Grand Salon in advance for special celebrations
- Ask Spa de La Mer about couples' suites and cabana availability when booking treatments
| Who to contact | Email / Phone |
|---|---|
| General reservations and BookResorts agents (24/7) | +1 (888) 605-1350 |
| Spa cabana reservations | spadelamer@baccarathotels.com |
