The Plaza Hotel has been a New York classic since its opening on October 1, 1907. It has hosted global leaders, diplomats, captains of business, Broadway stars, and Hollywood aristocracy. For more than 100 years, The Plaza has been a fixture for expensive social events and blockbuster films, welcoming people from all over the world to savor its splendor at the castle on Central Park South. The Plaza’s iconic position on Fifth Avenue continues to define elegance with unrivaled service and an ever-evolving contemporary sensibility.

From feast to fete, everyone who passes through the famous rotating door enjoys The Plaza’s exceptional range of sophisticated experiences. Enjoy the enchantment of Afternoon Tea in The Palm Court and take in the sights in the beautiful Champagne Bar.

With the opening of the Legacy Suite collection, The Plaza continues to create a balance between its historic history and unlimited future by offering 282 different guestrooms, including 102 exquisite suites. Classic crown molding contrasts with contemporary pieces of art and luxurious textiles, providing dynamic textural aspects to The Plaza’s bedrooms, which also have dramatic lighting and finely polished woodwork to reinforce the exquisite motif.

 

The hotel’s unrivaled grandeur and comfort are matched by attentive and discreet service in all areas.

Aside from its extensive gastronomic options and beautiful bedrooms, The Plaza also has world-class shopping at The Plaza Boutique, as well as health and wellness amenities such as Guerlain Spa and The Plaza Hotel Fitness Center.

There there was a saying that “Nothing Unimportant Ever Happens at The Plaza.” On October 1, 1907, The Plaza, one of America’s most renowned hotels, officially opened its doors amid a flurry of stunning headlines proclaiming it as the best hotel in the whole globe. The most upscale neighborhood in New York City is home to this premium hotel, which is situated at Fifth Avenue and Central Park South. The most renowned hotel in the world has a rich history, from its initial 19th-century construction through its beautiful $450 million restoration in 2008.

Here are some quotes from celebrities who have stayed at The Plaza Hotel:

Madonna: “The Plaza is my favorite hotel in New York. It’s just so classic and luxurious. I love the lobby, the Palm Court, and the rooms are always so comfortable.”

Diana, Princess of Wales: “The Plaza is my favorite place to stay in New York. It’s so elegant and romantic. I love the view of Central Park, and the food in the restaurants is always delicious.”

Diana, Princess of Wales: “The Plaza is my favorite place to stay in New York. It’s so elegant and romantic. I love the view of Central Park, and the food in the restaurants is always delicious.”

 

ALFRED GWYNNE VANDERBILT IS THE FIRST GUEST

On October 1, 1907, The Plaza opens to the public after spending two years under construction. The young billionaire athlete and member of the illustrious Vanderbilt family, Alfred Gwyne Vanderbilt, arrived in a carriage just as The Plaza’s doors officially opened at 9:00 AM.

Here are some films that have filmed scenes at The Plaza Hotel:

• Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992): The Plaza Hotel is a major setting in this film, and many of the iconic scenes, such as Kevin McCallister sliding down the banisters and running through the lobby, were filmed here.
•  The Great Gatsby (2013): The Plaza Hotel was used as a stand-in for the fictional Plaza Hotel in the film. The film’s opening scene, in which Jay Gatsby and Daisy Buchanan meet for the first time, was filmed in the hotel’s Palm Court.
•  Bride Wars (2009): The Plaza Hotel was used as the setting for the wedding of Anne Hathaway and Kate Hudson’s characters. The film’s final scene, in which the two friends make up, was also filmed in the hotel’s Palm Court.
•  North by Northwest (1959):  The Plaza Hotel was featured in this classic film, in which Cary Grant’s character is mistaken for a spy and chased through the hotel. The film’s most famous scene, in which Grant runs through the hotel’s revolving doors, was filmed here.
• Funny Girl (1968): The Plaza Hotel was used as a setting in this film, about the life of singer Fanny Brice. Barbra Streisand’s character, Fanny, sings “My Man” in the hotel’s Palm Court.

These are just a few of the many films that have filmed scenes at The Plaza Hotel. The hotel is a popular filming location because of its iconic status and its luxurious interiors.

Vlatko Galabov