Have you ever been to Times Square in New York City for watching the New York Ball Drop on New Year’s Eve? It’s a simply awesome experience. If you still haven’t done so then it’s the perfect time for you now to plan your vacation in the United States and be a part of New Year’s Eve revelry in New York City. Here’s what you can look forward to when in Times Square to usher in the New Year 2016. A lighted Waterford Crystal ball is attached to a 77-foot flagpole right above the One Tines Square building measuring 12 feet in diameter. The ball starts descending down the pole at 11.59 pm on New Year’s Eve and reaches the bottom at exactly midnight. The ball drop can be watched by standing on Times Square. The place is though heavily crowded with the people sometimes reaching the one million mark. However, if you want to enjoy watching the ball drop while avoiding the huge crowds then the best thing for you will be to book your stay at one of the popular hotels offering remarkable views of Times Square. Let’s take a look at some of the hotels where you can consider staying and watch the New York ball drop welcoming the New Year 2016!
Marriott Marquis
Marriott Marquis is one of the famous hotels in Times Square where you can stay to celebrate your New Year’s Eve night. There are some rooms here, particularly on the south side, from where you can get amazing views of Times Square. Book your stay in the hotel in advance or else you will have to pay hefty amount on New Year’s Eve night. You can see the ball drop while staying in your room. You can also enjoy a New Year’s Eve party organized by Marriott Marquis in one of its conference rooms. This 5-star hotels offers many amenities including babysitting services, valet parking and room service till 2 am.
Crowne Plaza
Feel the excitement and witness the action on December 31 at the world’s biggest party in Times Square. You can indulge in New Year’s revelry from the retro-chic comforts of your room at the Crowne Plaza. You will be far from the maddening crowds and still witness the ball drop from your hotel room as if being right there on Times Square itself. You will enjoy watching the millions rupturing into thunderous applause while sipping cocktails from the open bar on Times Square and dancing in merriment to a DJ heartily welcoming the New Year. Look forward to enjoy New Year’s Eve party with a five-course extravagant feast organized at the hotel.
Sheraton New York Times Square
Staying at the 5-Star Sheraton New York Times Square hotel will put you right in the center of the celebration on New Year’s Eve. The hotel in Midtown Manhattan has been hosting New Year ‘s Eve party every year. If you want to avoid the mad frenzy of rapturous crowds on Times Square then consider booking a room at the hotel from where you can comfortably enjoy watching the ball drop at midnight. The hotel also hosts a fabulous New Year’s Eve party as well. While staying at the hotel, you can also gain easy access to many historical sites and attractions in New York City.
Millennium Broadway Hotel
The Millennium Broadway Hotel is situated right in the heart of Times Square. Book a room at the hotel to enjoy fascinating views of the ball drop just minutes before the clock strikes midnight while sipping sparkling wine. Of course, the cosy comforts of Millennium Broadway Hotel offer great opportunity to all those who don’t want to stand out in the cold waiting for hours to see the ball drop. Staying at the hotel will also bring you close to many shopping centers and restaurants as well. The hotel is renowned for its top-notch service and excellent amenities.