John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): Approximate driving time is 30 minutes and distance is 18 miles.

Newark International Airport (EWR): Approximate driving time is 35 minutes and distance is 19 miles.

Driving directions from LaGuardia: Take Grand Central Pkwy west to I-278 (Brooklyn-Queens Expy) west. At Exit 35, merge o­nto I-495 (Long Island Expy) west and take the Queens Midtown Tunnel (toll road). After exiting the tunnel, turn left o­n E 34th St. Turn left o­n 1st Ave, then turn left o­n E 50th St. Turn right o­n Beekman Pl, then right o­n Mitchell Pl.

Driving directions from JFK: Take I-678 (Van Wyck Expy) west and drive for approximately 8 miles. At Exit 12B, merge o­nto I-495 (Long Island Expy) west and take the Queens Midtown Tunnel (toll road). After exiting the tunnel, turn left o­n E 34th St. Turn left o­n 1st Ave, then turn left o­n E 50th St. Turn right o­n Beekman Pl, then right o­n Mitchell Pl.

Driving directions from Newark: Follow signs to take US 1/US 9 north to I-95 (New Jersey Tpke) north (toll road). Take Exit 16E to I-495 (Lincoln Tunnel), then exit to West Side Hwy/40th St. Turn right o­n 40th St, then turn left o­n 1st Ave. Turn right o­n E 50th St, right o­n Beekman Pl, then right o­n Mitchell Pl.

Getting there: From LaGuardia and JFK, the best option for the solo traveler is a shuttle van ($16–25). Groups of two or more will usually find a taxi more economical ($16–25 from LaGuardia; more than $36 from JFK). From JFK, guests traveling light may opt for the Air Train ($5–15). From Newark, guests can choose a shuttle van ($16–25), or opt for the Olympia shuttle bus ($5–15) to Penn Station, then a taxi to the hotel. (All fees subject to change without notice.)

Getting around: A number of nearby shops, restaurants, and attractions can be reached o­n foot. For longer trips, the subway is a good choice (less than $5; fees subject to change without notice), especially during peak traffic hours. Taxis are also readily available. Rental cars are not recommended.